October 16, 2025
*This blog has been updated as of October 16, 2025 to include important corrections and relevant updates announced by the FMCSA for all freight professionals. Use this link to see the revised sections with October’s announcements. This year is shaping up to be one of the most significant years for the U.S. trucking industry in the past decade. Fleet owners, safety managers, and drivers are about to experience two major regulatory shifts that will reshape how safety and compliance are managed across the country. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is in the process of overhauling its Safety Measurement System (SMS). At the same time, several new federal trucking regulations are set to take effect in the coming months and years. Carriers and brokers must understand these changes, including their timelines, impacts, and how to stay compliant. This guide breaks down both the expected SMS changes and the latest […]