FMCSA emergency waiver

A demand spike in truckload markets can leave independent drivers particularly vulnerable to fraud and theft.

Inside this edition: Showdown between freight forwarders and customs brokers; FMCSA’s new regulations; and shiny new purchases for Overhaul and DHL.

AskWaves looks into why the trucking industry is resisting a proposal to tighten the scope and duration of temporary federal exemptions for motor carriers.

Bipartisan legislation would provide new funding for truck drivers and truck parking while exempting ag haulers from hours-of-service rules.

Fuel haulers are getting relief from hours-of-service rules as a winter storm moves into the Northeast.

Rules continue to be waived for freight deemed essential during pandemic.

Drivers should closely watch the market and adapt to the freight in high demand.