Wisconsin, Rhode Island and Missouri are early adopters of a new online process to streamline the handling of Medical Examiner’s Certification for commercial vehicle drivers.
April 23, 2025FMCSA News Updates
Stay current with the latest Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration news from Transport Topics. Our expert coverage delivers timely updates on FMCSA regulations, enforcement actions and policy changes that directly impact the trucking and freight transportation industries. Whether you're a fleet operator, safety manager or industry stakeholder, our in-depth reporting helps you navigate compliance requirements and stay ahead in a constantly evolving regulatory landscape.
Transport Experts Prepare for Trump-Era Regulatory Shift
President Donald Trump's commitment to reduced federal regulations is expected to lead to a shift in how transportation policy is handled, experts detailed during a discussion April 21.
April 22, 2025FMCSA Removes Two Chiropractors for Deficient Driver Exams
Regulators are removing two Houston chiropractors from the register of medical examiners for failure to adequately perform physical qualification exams on commercial vehicle drivers.
April 14, 2025NHTSA Denies Side Underride Guard Petition From Nonprofit
NHTSA denied a request seeking an investigation into whether side underride guards on trailers could reduce the severity of vehicle collisions with tractor-trailers.
April 2, 2025Intellistop CEO Continues Fight for Pulsating Brake System
Michelle Hanby is seeking reconsideration of a petition denied by the FMCSA in 2022 that would have allowed broader use of Intellistop's technology.
March 27, 2025Trump Taps Derek Barrs for FMCSA Head Amid Turmoil
The nomination of Barrs, a former Florida Highway Patrol chief with more than three decades in public safety, follows a string of leadership changes at the agency.
March 25, 2025FMCSA’s Camire Removed From Website After Brief Appointment
The reason for the sudden departure has not been publicly announced. FMCSA has not issued a statement, and the Department of Transportation has not commented on the change.
March 21, 2025FMCSA Appoints Acting Administrator Adrienne Camire
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has named Adrienne Camire as its acting administrator.
March 7, 2025Stakeholders Urge Congress to Take Action on Cargo Theft
A stakeholder representing ATA on Feb. 27 shared with a Senate panel ongoing industry concerns associated with an increase in cargo theft afflicting the nation’s supply chain.
February 27, 2025Executive Order Aimed at Reducing Federal Regulations
President Donald Trump has issued an executive order to reduce regulations. The action could affect truck safety initiatives.
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