U.S. Senate confirms Sean Duffy as Secretary of Transportation
On January 28, 2025, the U.S. Senate confirmed Sean Duffy as the new Secretary of Transportation, marking a significant appointment in President Donald Trump’s administration. Duffy, a former U.S. Representative from Wisconsin, brings a diverse background to the role, encompassing law, politics, media, and even reality television. His confirmation has garnered attention across various sectors, particularly within the trucking industry.Duffy's BackgroundBorn on October 3, 1971, in Hayward, Wiscon
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Trump enacts regulatory freeze: What it means for trucking
Among his first official acts while in office, President Donald Trump issued an executive order titled “Regulatory Freeze Pending Review,” initiating a comprehensive halt on federal rulemaking activities across executive departments and agencies. This directive mandates a thorough review of all pending regulations, including those promulgated by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and other agencies under the USDOT’s umbrella. Regulatory freezes are not unprecedented. In fact
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FMCSA to undertake new study on effectiveness of warning devices for stopped CMVs
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has announced its intention to conduct a new study to evaluate the effectiveness of warning devices for parked or disabled commercial motor vehicles (PDCMVs). This initiative would be a step forward in advancing road safety for commercial motor vehicles (CMVs) and underscores FMCSA’s ongoing commitment to mitigating crash risks in increasingly complex driving environments.The Importance of Warning Devices for PDCMVsStopped or disabled CMVs
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Year in Review: 2024 Regulatory Highlights and 2025 Outlook for Fleets
As 2024 winds down, the trucking industry finds itself reflecting on a transformative year while preparing for potential regulatory shifts in 2025. Episode 44 of Trucksafe LIVE! tackled key regulatory milestones, upcoming challenges, and industry-shaping court cases. Here's a comprehensive look back at 2024’s top trucking regulations and a forward-looking perspective on what fleets might expect in 2025. Catch the replay of the episode below! Trucksafe LIVE! | Ep. 44 - Year-in-review & 2025 outlo
Brandon Wiseman
What should fleets expect with a Republican Administration in 2025?
As the U.S. heads toward a presidential transition from a Democrat to a Republican administration in January 2025, fleet managers and industry leaders are preparing yet again for potential shifts in regulatory focus. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), in particular, plays a crucial role in shaping the trucking industry, affecting compliance, safety, and operational standards for motor carriers nationwide. And like other federal agencies, the FMCSA and its policies are heavi
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Understanding FMCSA Changes and Compliance Trends: Insights from Jack Van Steenburg
In Episode 43 of the Trucksafe LIVE! podcast, host Brandon Wiseman discussed major FMCSA updates, the agency's operational focus, and regulatory outlook with special guest Jack Van Steenburg, former Chief Safety Officer for the FMCSA and an expert in commercial motor vehicle safety compliance. This episode provided a deep dive into upcoming changes impacting fleet operations and the trucking industry as a whole, especially in light of the 2024 U.S. election, which may lead to significant shifts
What You Need to Know About the Clearinghouse II Roll Out by FMCSA
In an effort to close gaps in federal drug & alcohol testing regulations, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) will soon roll out Clearinghouse Phase II—a significant change to the manner in which driver drug & alcohol violation data is accessed and utilized by State Driver's Licensing Agencies (SDLAs). BIG changes in store for the Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse!Effective November 18, 2024, FMCSA, the federal agency charged with regulating the operation of commercial drivers an
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Trucksafe's Wiseman discusses rule changes at FreightWaves event
Trucksafe's president Brandon Wiseman recently presented at FreightWave's Small Fleet & Owner Operator Summit on upcoming FMCSA rulemaking initiatives and what they could mean for fleets and drivers. Topics discussed: • Speed limiters • Safety ratings • CSA scores • FMCSA staffingCatch the replay below! About Trucksafe Consulting, LLC: Trucksafe Consulting is a full-service DOT regulatory compliance consulting and training service. We help carriers develop, implement, and improve their safety p
Trucksafe's Brandon Wiseman featured by FleetOwner in article on 2024 regulatory outlook
Trucksafe's president Brandon Wiseman joined FleetOwner magazine for a two-part series on upcoming rulemaking activities likely to impact regulated fleets in 2024. In the article, Wiseman highlights the following issues and how they could affect motor carriers this year: • Revisions to Safety Measurement System (CSA scores) • Changes to safety rating methodology • Expansion of Crash Preventability Determination Program • DataQs independent appeals board • New entrant knowledge exam • Oral fluid
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