Coronavirus

Yesterday the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) published an announcement giving states permission to explore ways for CDL testers to use technology so that they can practice social distancing while administering the skills test.

Authorities in New Jersey are permitting businesses like truck stops to refuse service to customers who are not wearing some form of face covering in an attempt to slow the COVID-19 pandemic.

One of the largest pork producers in the U.S. shuttered a plant indefinitely after hundreds of workers tested positive for COVID-19.

After initially requiring all drivers entering the state to fill out an electronic COVID-19 travel declaration, officials in Utah have issued a new exemption for truckers and other essential workers.

Officials in Georgia say that truckers are welcome to park and rest at weigh station locations as they deliver supplies during the Coronavirus pandemic.

Those who appear in public in parts of California without a face covering could now be subject to a $1000 fine.

Officials in Utah have announced that all drivers -- including truckers -- over the age of 18 must fill out a health screening form as they cross the border into the state.

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has extended nationwide regulatory relief for truck drivers hauling relief supplies for Coronavirus/COVID-19.

Missouri authorities recently announced that they are are allowing semi truck parking at all weigh stations during the COVID-19 emergency.

The North Carolina Attorney General has opened an investigation into towing companies accused of predatory booting and towing of truckers carrying essential supplies during the pandemic.

A coalition made up of trucking schools and motor carriers is asking for emergency action to get new truck drivers behind the wheel during the COVID-19 crisis.

Federal authorities have issued notice that they will allow states to permit food trucks to serve truckers in rest areas.