FMCSA Compliance for Owner Operators
Winter gear every truck should carry: a snow and ice brush, anti-fog spray, and insulated boots so you can work safely in cold, slick yards.
Don’t fail your FMCSA New Entrant Safety Audit. See the common failure triggers and what to do instead so you pass the first time. 🚚✅
Q: Is the $7,500 truck driver tax credit real for 2025?
A: The proposal is real, but it’s not an IRS-ready credit yet. Here’s what the bill says, who it’s for, and what to track now.
You can eat better in the truck with a 12V fridge, a compact microwave, and a steering wheel tray so you’re not living on fast food every day.
Is DOT Hair Testing About to Become Law? DOT hair testing rules could be changing in 2025 — and most drivers still don’t know it’s coming. Congress is reviewing a bill that would make hair drug tests count the same as urinalysis, meaning failed tests could end up in the FMCSA Clearinghouse. The proposed law … Read more
See what FMCSA expects you to carry: warning triangles, the right fire extinguisher, and a trauma first aid kit built for real roadside emergencies.
Top tech gifts truck drivers actually use: a clear dash cam, a truck-specific GPS, and a solid phone mount that keeps eyes on the road.
Three practical winter gifts truck drivers actually use: heated gloves, a heated vest, and diesel anti-gel to keep the rig running in the cold.
The 3 Automatic Failures of the FMCSA New Entrant Audit (And How to Fix Them Today) If you’re a brand-new carrier, the FMCSA New Entrant Safety Audit can either confirm you’re ready for business—or shut you down before you ever really get rolling. Most carriers don’t fail because of an accident or a bad driver. … Read more
FMCSA released an English-proficiency enforcement policy with key details blacked out. Here’s what carriers and CDL drivers need to know right now.