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Latest crashes, recalls, regulations, and legal developments affecting truck safety
Comprehensive analysis of the largest trucking companies by revenue and fleet size in 2026, including UPS, FedEx, Ryder, and J.B. Hunt. Understand the industry giants, their safety records, and what it means for truck accident cases.
34 electronic logging devices removed from FMCSA's registered list in 2025, including 8 devices from Gorilla Fleet Safety in a single action. Analysis of why these critical safety devices failed federal compliance requirements and what it means for truck accident cases.
A family of four and another motorist were killed when a tractor-trailer driver from Hope Trans LLC fell asleep at the wheel near Terrell, Texas. The trucking company had a documented history of safety violations.
A tractor-trailer hauling an Amazon shipment caused a massive 17-vehicle pileup near Austin, Texas, resulting in five fatalities including two children. Investigators are examining driver fatigue and delivery pressure policies.
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration announced the removal of almost 3,000 commercial driver's license training providers and placed 4,500 more on notice for not meeting federal training standards, raising concerns about driver preparation.
Federal regulators voided more than 15,000 Medical Examiner's Certificates issued by two medical examiners found to be fraudulent between 2023 and 2025, potentially putting unfit drivers on the road.
A delivery truck carrying propane tanks crashed in Whitfield County, Georgia, prompting emergency evacuations of over 50 people due to the risk of a catastrophic explosion. Hazmat teams worked for hours to secure the scene.
Eight electronic logging devices were removed from the FMCSA's approved list due to non-compliance, requiring affected carriers to transition to compliant devices. Three additional ELDs were removed in December 2025.
As of April 28, 2025, commercial drivers unable to speak or read English adequately face immediate out-of-service placement under stricter FMCSA enforcement of language proficiency requirements.
Major changes coming to how trucking companies are rated for safety, including combining the Controlled Substances/Alcohol BASIC with Unsafe Driving and splitting Vehicle Maintenance into two categories.
This news section is updated regularly with the latest truck accident reports, safety recalls, and legal developments.
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