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05/29/2026

05/27/2026

🚨 FMCSA Revokes 12 ELDs — Drivers Must Switch Before July 20, 2026

FMCSA has officially revoked 12 electronic logging devices, and carriers using them now have a 60‑day window to replace the units with an approved ELD.

After July 20, 2026, any driver still running one of the revoked devices may be treated as operating without an ELD, which can lead to citations and out‑of‑service orders.

What drivers should know:
• Check whether your current ELD is on the revoked list
• If it is, your carrier must switch to paper logs or logging software during the transition
• A compliant ELD must be installed before the July deadline to avoid enforcement issues
• Hours‑of‑service records must still be available during the switch

FMCSA has now removed 79 ELDs since 2025, reinforcing the importance of staying compliant and up to date.

Stay safe. Stay compliant. Keep rolling. 🚛💨

05/26/2026

🚨 DOT Issues New Warning for Truck Drivers 🚨

There’s been a lot of talk about ma*****na being moved to Schedule III — but DOT just made one thing crystal clear:

Nothing has changed for CDL drivers.
A positive ma*****na test still counts, even if the driver has a state medical ma*****na card, doctor’s note, or dispensary receipt.

DOT reminded the industry that:
• State ma*****na laws do not override federal DOT rules
• MROs cannot mark a ma*****na-positive test as negative
• Medical ma*****na programs do not qualify as a legitimate medical explanation
• A positive test can impact hiring, job status, and safety‑sensitive eligibility

For drivers, owner‑operators, and fleets, this is a serious compliance reminder. Stay informed, stay safe, and protect your career.

👉 Bottom line: Ma*****na rescheduling does not change DOT drug testing rules.

05/18/2026

Owner‑operators and small carriers are being hit with official‑looking USDOT notices that aren’t from FMCSA or the Department of Transportation. These misleading letters often pressure truckers into paying unnecessary fees for services they could complete themselves.

A new proposal in Congress — the Stop Scamming Truckers Act — would require private companies to clearly state that they are not affiliated with any federal agency. It would also ban government‑style logos, seals, and branding that scammers use to trick drivers.

If passed, the bill would even give truckers the right to take legal action against companies sending deceptive USDOT‑related messages.

For small fleets and owner‑operators, this could mean fewer scare tactics, less confusion, and more protection from costly mistakes.

🛑 Bottom line: Always double‑check who sent a USDOT notice before paying any fee. Not every “official” letter is actually from the government.

05/11/2026

Spot market rates are climbing across dry van, re**er, and flatbed, with broker‑posted rates hitting a new all‑time high. Even with a slight dip in load postings, demand is still running 40% higher than this time last year.

Dry van and re**er rates are trending upward, flatbed continues its long winning streak, and with International Roadcheck coming May 12–14, capacity is expected to tighten even more — which usually pushes rates higher.

For drivers, that means one thing:
A strong market and better opportunities on the road.

Stay safe, stay prepared, and keep rolling strong. 💪

05/04/2026

🚛 Big news for drivers on the Ohio Turnpike!

Love’s Travel Stops has opened a brand-new location in Delta, OH — adding 108 truck parking spaces right off I-90 at Exit 39. With free parking, diesel pumps, showers, laundry, and fresh food options (Subway & Godfather’s Pizza opening soon), this site was built with drivers in mind.

At over 22,000 sq. ft., the stop also brings 68 new jobs to the community and includes amenities like a CAT Scale, dog park, RV hookups, and space for future EV charging.

Meanwhile, Love’s also reopened its Aurora, Nebraska location with upgraded showers, restrooms, and expanded food offerings — part of their ongoing push to improve driver comfort nationwide.

🛑 More parking.
🍕 More food.
🚿 Better amenities.