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CDL\’s fraud operation uncovered in Louisiana

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Six people indicted in Louisiana for illegal CDL\’s sales scheme. The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Louisiana has formally charged six individuals for their alleged involvement in a fraudulent scheme involving Class A commercial driver’s licenses (CDLs), which allowed applicants to obtain licenses without meeting the legally established requirements. The defendants face […]

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FMCSA grants new exemption for the use of paper copies of medical certificates

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CDL and CLP holders, as well as transporters, may now use the physical copy of medical certificates for an extended period of up to 60 days from the date of issuance. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has announced a modification to the exemption issued on July 14 regarding the use of printed copies

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Mack Pioneer: the new era of Mack Trucks enters production

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The Mack Pioneer combines advanced aerodynamic design, remarkable driver comfort, and improved fuel efficiency. The official production of the new Mack Pioneer was announced this Wednesday by Mack Trucks. According to the statement, the new highway truck will be manufactured at the Lehigh Valley Operations (LVO) plant, located in Macungie, Pennsylvania. This model, which was

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In brief: CDL reform, clean energy, and state vs. federal regulations

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As safety concerns rise and electric infrastructure expands, the trucking industry faces mounting pressure from conflicting regulations and calls for systemic change. No more non-domiciled CDLs, demands OOIDA The Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) has called on the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) and the governors of 43 states to immediately suspend the issuance of

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California strengthens its fight against vehicle emissions

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California is moving forward with the development of new vehicle emissions regulations in its effort to maintain leadership in the fight against climate change. Once again, California is advancing in the development of new vehicle emissions standards as part of its ongoing effort to lead in the fight against climate change. The state’s clean air

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Crash in Florida under investigation: non-domiciled CDLs and lack of English language proficiency

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Tragic Florida crash claims three lives; DOT investigates driver’s immigration status and license irregularities A tragic accident in Florida that claimed the lives of three people is under investigation by the U.S. Department of Transportation and Secretary of Transportation, Sean Duffy. The incident was caused by a truck driver holding non-domiciled commercial driver’s licenses (CDLs)

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Sisters of the Road: the female force in trucking to celebrate World Photography Day

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Sisters of the Road is a gallery of 40 women truck drivers photographed by Anne-Marie Michel. August 19 marks World Photography Day, a date to recognize this art form that, beyond capturing images, conveys emotions, stories, and messages that often say more than a thousand words. Through the lens, the photographer chooses the narrative and

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The real cost of the truck parking crisis

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The truck parking problem is costing the trucking industry $100 billion in productivity. A recent report published by Truck Parking Research reveals a harsh truth about the lack of truck parking: this issue results in an annual loss of $100 billion in productivity. Although the United States has a total of 23.4 million suitable truck

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IRS Form 2290 deadline is close: here’s what truckers need to know

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Form 2290 must be filed annually by anyone who registers a highway motor vehicle in their name with a taxable gross weight of 55,000 pounds or more. The deadline to file IRS Form 2290 for truckers is quickly approaching. This form applies to owners of heavy vehicles operating on U.S. highways and is required by

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