Laws & Regulations

Six states team up for 4/20 ‘impaired driving’ enforcement blitz

Law enforcement agencies across six state are planning a major enforcement campaign on a popular "stoner" holiday. 

Troopers to target distracted drivers with ‘Operation Incognito’

Tennessee police are launching a major enforcement campaign to catch distracted drivers in the act.

Truckers fight back against ‘big truck wreck’ attorney billboards

A Louisiana trucking group is taking action against "billboard blight" -- especially those billboards advertising for "big truck wreck" lawyers -- by supporting new legislation in the state's House and Senate.

Truckers can now be placed out of service for these 4 violations

The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) has updated their Out of Service criteria -- and here's what you need to know. 

Truck driver out of service for continuing to drive after multiple drug violations

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) announced that they ordered a truck driver off the road for multiple controlled substance violations. 

New York becomes first city to introduce ‘congestion pricing’ for cars and trucks

Lawmakers in New York have agreed to a plan to add 'congestion pricing' for drivers who want to enter congested midtown Manhattan. 

Truckers must register with federal drug database to change jobs starting in 2020

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has set out new rules that will require truck drivers to register with a federal database before they are allowed to change jobs. 

Over 24,000 trucks recalled for exhaust pipe defect that could cause crash

Tens of thousands of semi trucks have been recalled for an exhaust pipe problem that could result in a traffic accident. 

New law lets locals earn money by tattling on idling commercial vehicles

A new video from Vice News shows how New York residents can earn thousands of dollars by telling city officials about idling trucks and busses.

DOT promises truckers ‘increased flexibility’ in Hours of Service rules soon

Today, the head of U.S. Department of Transportation made a major announcement about upcoming changes to Hours of Service regulations.

Trooper teaches drivers what the left lane is actually for

A Colorado State Trooper's much-needed video lesson on how to actually use the left lane properly has gone viral. 

CVSA releases dates for 72-hour Roadcheck inspection spree

The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) has announced the dates for this year's International Roadcheck inspection blitz.

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