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CDL CAREERS

Military CDL Waivers and GI Bill Training: What Veterans Should Verify

Qualified military drivers may have a faster route to a civilian CDL, while approved truck-driving programs may qualify for VA education benefits.

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FRAUD ALERTJuly 26, 2026

FMCSA Warns Motor Carriers About Fake Government Documents

Scammers are sending fictitious notices and may misuse carrier registration data, making independent verification essential.

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DRIVER WORKFORCEJuly 25, 2026

Veteran Truck-Driver Recruitment Expands Amid Immigrant-CDL Crackdown

A new campaign promotes trucking careers for veterans while tighter non-domiciled CDL rules continue reshaping the driver workforce.

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REGULATION WATCHJuly 24, 2026

AEB and Broker Transparency Proposals Remain on the 2026 Trucking Calendar

Expected federal rulemaking could affect heavy-vehicle equipment and freight transactions, but a proposal is not a final rule.

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FREIGHT DATAJuly 23, 2026

Trucks Moved $99.7 Billion in May Transborder Freight, Up 15%

New federal data shows the continued importance of trucking to U.S. trade with Canada and Mexico.

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FREIGHT MARKETJuly 22, 2026

Dry-Van Spot Rate Moves Above Contract Rate in July Market Review

A rare rate crossover points to tighter capacity, but owner-operators still need lane-level cost analysis.

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FEDERAL RULEJuly 21, 2026

FMCSA Ends Duplicative CDL Conviction Self-Reporting Requirement

A federal rule effective July 22 removes a CDL holder’s duplicative duty to notify the home state of certain convictions.

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ELD COMPLIANCEJuly 20, 2026

FMCSA Deadline Arrives for 12 Revoked ELD Models

Drivers and carriers using affected devices should replace them immediately to avoid citations and possible out-of-service action.

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ELDT ENFORCEMENTJuly 19, 2026

FMCSA and HSI Target Suspected Fraud at About 75 CDL Schools

Federal investigators are examining schools suspected of false training records, improper certifications or inadequate instruction.

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WEEKLY BRIEFJuly 18, 2026

U.S. Trucking Brief: Freight, Parking and Fleet Operations

The week’s major trucking developments, distilled for working drivers, owner-operators, fleet teams and CDL students.

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INFRASTRUCTUREJuly 17, 2026

Five States Share $62 Million for Truck-Parking Projects

Funding is expected to add spaces and support parking plans in Illinois, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi and Wyoming.

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CROSS-BORDER FREIGHTJuly 16, 2026

Gordie Howe Bridge Set to Expand Detroit–Windsor Freight Capacity

The new crossing is scheduled to open July 27 and is projected to handle substantial commercial traffic.

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FREIGHT MARKETJuly 15, 2026

How Drivers and Small Fleets Should Read Freight-Market Signals

Rates, tender activity and capacity data can explain direction, but decisions still require lane-level cost analysis.

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EQUIPMENTJuly 14, 2026

DEF-System Changes Put Fleet Maintenance Records in Focus

Federal guidance and manufacturer responses are drawing attention to how trucks react to DEF system faults.

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DRIVER UPDATEJuly 13, 2026

Driver Roundup: Roads, Parking and Truck-Stop Changes

Driver-centered reporting turns national trucking headlines into practical route and safety decisions.

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