Hazmat/Safety

Operation SafeDRIVE, conducted across 26 states and Washington, D.C., sidelined nearly 2,000 unqualified truck drivers and vehicles during a three-day enforcement initiative.

Operation SafeDRIVE sidelines nearly 2,000 truckers

ATA is applauding the three-day enforcement action, which FMCSA says resulted in 704 drivers placed out of service, including 500 for English language proficiency violations.

Feb. 10, 2026

FMCSA is accepting nominations for the Motor Carrier Safety Advisory Committee and the Medical Review Board to gather expert advice on safety policies, regulations, and driver qualifications.

Regulations

FMCSA seeks advisory group nominations

Jan. 30, 2026

The 2026 TCA Elite Fleet certification highlights 57 top North American truckload carriers excelling in safety, driver satisfaction, and operational efficiency, with Chalk Mountain Services of Texas and Western Dairy Transport among them. The program emphasizes driver-focused environments validated through comprehensive evaluations and driver surveys, setting industry benchmarks for excellence.

Fleet Management

TCA names 2026 Elite Fleets class

Jan. 26, 2026

J.J. Keller introduces new light-up safety products designed to improve worker visibility in low-light and high-traffic settings, supporting OSHA and ANSI compliance and reducing accident risks.

Hazmat/Safety

JJ Keller expands safety lighting solutions

Jan. 23, 2026

Bud Dungan, founder and CEO of Gastronics, at left, shakes hands with Kevin McKeigue, Safe Monitoring Group Americas president.

Technology

Safe Monitoring Group acquires Gastronics

Jan. 21, 2026

ATA President and CEO Chris Spear and ATA Chairman Greg Hodgen, CEO of Groendyke Transport, recently visited Capitol Hill to advocate for legislation that helps the trucking industry crack down on cargo theft.

Regulations

Cargo theft bill advances in House

Jan. 20, 2026

Chalk Mountain Services of Texas placed second in Division III in the 50th Annual TCA Fleet Safety Awards, showcasing its commitment to safety across 15-24.99 million miles. The Fort Worth-based oilfield services company also finished first in its division in TCA’s 2022 Fleet Safety contest.

Hazmat/Safety

Chalk Mountain ranks among TCA’s safest fleets

Jan. 14, 2026

FMCSA has finalized a rule permitting states to waive the hazardous materials endorsement requirement for Class A CDL holders transporting up to 1,000 gallons of jet fuel for seasonal agricultural aircraft operations, citing safety and efficiency benefits.

Regulations

FMCSA overrides NTTC’s safety concerns to grant jet fuel waiver

Jan. 9, 2026

Fleet safety technology, especially telematics and video dashcams, is increasingly vital for driver exoneration, risk management, and reducing insurance premiums, transforming fleet operations into strategic assets.

Hazmat/Safety

Report: Safety tech boosts driver exonerations

Jan. 8, 2026

Hazmat/Safety

Operation SafeDRIVE sidelines nearly 2,000 truckers

FMCSA seeks advisory group nominations

TCA names 2026 Elite Fleets class

JJ Keller expands safety lighting solutions

Safe Monitoring Group acquires Gastronics

Cargo theft bill advances in House

Chalk Mountain ranks among TCA’s safest fleets

FMCSA overrides NTTC’s safety concerns to grant jet fuel waiver

Report: Safety tech boosts driver exonerations

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