Christopher Shepard

ELDT was implemented to create a national standard for truck driver training, ensuring all new drivers receive a baseline level of education before obtaining their commercial driver’s license (CDL). While individual states can have additional regulations, every training provider must meet FMCSA requirements and be listed on their registry. This system helps prospective drivers identify legitimate schools and prevents unregulated training from leading to licensure. Ultimately, ELDT increases safety, enhances driver preparedness, and ensures consistency across the trucking industry. Check out the full video on my channel now: https://lnkd.in/gDsuS9ms

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Today, the FMCSA revoked five ELDs from its approved list , a clear reminder that not all ELDs are built to last under federal scrutiny. At KODEA, we’ve built our platform on one principle: compliance must be verifiable. When devices fail, drivers revert to paper, fleets scramble, and liability grows. KODEA’s Formally Verified HOS Defense ensures your data stands even when your ELD doesn’t. Accuracy isn’t optional. Compliance is protection.

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The Truck Safety Coalition is pushing for reforms after new data revealed a 26.4% rise in fatal large truck and bus crashes between 2016 and 2022, according to FMCSA. https://ow.ly/SqW650X4mkK

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A federal court in Michigan awarded nearly $10.5 million to about 100 owner-operators in a case against RSP Express, alleging the carrier underpaid drivers on cross-border freight revenue. Judge Gershwin A. Drain found the company violated contract terms and committed fraud by underreporting gross revenues. Source: FreightWaves

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🚨 BREAKING: U.S. Orders Roadside Crackdown on Truckers' English Skills 🚨 The FMCSA just issued a sweeping new order: every truck driver must now prove English proficiency—or risk being placed out of service. The guidance? Heavily redacted, leaving many in the industry with more questions than answers. Here’s what this means for trucking professionals: 1️⃣ Regulatory Uncertainty: With enforcement details kept secret, drivers and carriers are left guessing about what will trigger a violation. This lack of clarity could lead to inconsistent roadside checks and confusion across the industry. 2️⃣ Major Industry Shift: This move follows a recent executive order making English the official U.S. language. It signals a significant change in how compliance will be measured and enforced for all drivers, regardless of background. 3️⃣ Real-World Impact: For fleets and owner-operators, the stakes are high. Training, documentation, and communication protocols may need urgent updates to avoid costly out-of-service orders. The big question: How will this affect driver recruitment, retention, and day-to-day operations? Will it improve safety—or create new barriers for skilled drivers? Your turn: How is your company preparing for this regulatory shift? What questions or concerns do you have about the FMCSA’s new English proficiency order? #Trucking #FMCSA #Regulations #TruckDrivers #Logistics #Transportation #SupplyChain #TruckingIndustry #FleetManagement

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🚛💡 Want to Pass Your CDL Test on the First Try? 💡🚛 At Oasis Enterprises Academy, we specialize in helping future truck drivers pass with confidence. Our FMCSA-approved, 100% online CDL training gives you the tools, study hacks, and insider prep you need to succeed. ✅ 3 Proven Hacks to make sure you crush your CDL exam the first time ✅ Step-by-step permit prep for General Knowledge, Air Brakes & Combination ✅ Self-paced, mobile-friendly online training you can take anywhere in the U.S. 🎥 Watch our free video here: 👉 Oasis Enterprises Academy YouTube Channel Don’t leave your future to chance. With Oasis Enterprises Academy, you’ll be ready to earn your CDL, start your career, and hit the road the right way. #CDLTraining #TruckDrivingSchool #CDLPermitPrep #ELDT #PassYourTest #OasisEnterprisesAcademy #Truck

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🚛 Big News from C1 Truck Driver Training We’re excited to share that the Indianapolis Board of Public Works has extended their contract with C1 Truck Driver Training LLC through November 7, 2026 — and expanded it to include unrestricted Class A CDL certification for certain DPW (Department of Public Works) employees. CitizenPortal This is a strong example of how we partner with public agencies and private companies to deliver custom driver training programs — giving employees the qualification they need while helping organizations build safer, more capable teams. Some highlights from the program so far: Over 100 DPW employees have completed the training. CitizenPortal The city reports a 96% retention rate among participants — showing how this is a powerful incentive and development tool. CitizenPortal The new amendment allows divisions that run semi-trucks and heavy equipment to ensure their personnel meet U.S. Dept. of Transportation requirements. CitizenPortal ✨ Why this matters By partnering with employers, C1 bridges the gap between workforce development and operational readiness. We offer full CDL training on-site (or in hybrid setups), aligned to company needs and compliance standards. 👉 If your organization is looking to upskill or certify employees with Class A or Class B licenses, we’d love to talk. Let’s build better fleets — and better careers — together. #C1TruckDriverTraining #CDLTraining #ClassA #WorkforceDevelopment #Partnership #GovernmentContract #Transportation #PublicWorks

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Where is capacity at in the dry van truckload sector, and what impact will the heightened examination of driver qualifications have on capacity? Two charts below inform my answers to these questions. Thoughts: •The top chart answers the capacity question using data from the BLS for payrolls in general freight trucking, long-distance, truckload (NAICS 484121). Payrolls as of April 2025 were 520k, which represents a ~30k decline from the late 2022 peak. Interestingly, 550k has been a threshold for payrolls in this sector for the past 35 years, with peaks in early 2000 and 2007 also corresponding to that number. This suggests capacity is around 2019 levels, and likely slightly higher because of a greater presence of nonemployer firms (e.g., for-hire owner-operators). •The bottom chart is from a forthcoming article in Journal of Business Logistics that used data provided by Kevin Hill from his days running CarrierLists where hundreds of trucking companies with 5 – 100 power units were surveyed each week about whether they had started ELD compliance (confidence bands included to show precision of estimates). We only have 70% compliance right before the ELD mandate hits. •What does the bottom chart have to do with driver licensing enforcement? My answer: it provides a sense of the most recent regulatory supply shock versus effects of licensing enforcement. The ELD mandate was a much greater supply shock because a large share of firms, even those with a good number of power units, hadn’t adopted ELDs prior to the mandate’s enforcement. •In contrast, driver licensing issues are likely most serious at small, young carriers that (i) aren’t concerned about compliance in the first place and (ii) experience a low probability of inspection. As such, to expect all these carriers will suddenly clean up their act is naïve and completely contradicts everything we know about misconduct (see https://lnkd.in/gAH8cHVK). Will heightened enforcement cause some carriers to self-select non-compliant drivers off the road? Absolutely. Will all exit? Absolutely not. Implication: every recent strong expansionary pricing cycle in the dry van truckload sector has been driven primarily by sustained increases in demand. While restrictions in supply can compound this, greater enforcement of driver licensing will, by itself, not be enough to shift the dry van TL sector into the type of expansionary pricing cycle we saw in the 2nd half of 2017. #supplychain #freight #trucking #logistics #transportation

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Alliance of Illinois Repossessors (AIR) Brings Attention to “Chicago Tow Truck Wars” Chicago, IL – The Alliance of Illinois Repossessors (AIR) is raising the alarm over escalating dangers in the Chicago-area towing and repossession industry, where reckless “chasers” have created an unsafe and predatory environment for motorists and legitimate businesses alike.  #repossess #tow #chicago #gangs https://lnkd.in/gThdUzrr

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New U.S. Tariffs on Medium- & Heavy-Duty Vehicles, Parts, and Buses – Effective Nov 1, 2025 Section 232 duties are coming into effect under Presidential Proclamation 10984, impacting importers of medium- and heavy-duty trucks, vehicle parts, and buses. 📌 Tariffs range from 10% to 25% 📌 Applies to goods entered on or after November 1, 2025 📌 Includes detailed filing instructions, HTSUS classifications, FTZ treatment, and drawback eligibility This change brings significant compliance requirements for importers and brokers. Buckland has summarized the key points in a client-facing bulletin to help you navigate the changes with confidence. Get the full breakdown on our website: https://hubs.la/Q03R1Szx0 Need help understanding how this affects your shipments? Our team is here to support you. #TradeCompliance #Section232 #Customs #HTSUS #Logistics #Buckland #ImportDuties #SupplyChain #CrossBorderTrade #USMCA #MHDV #Tariffs

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Indiana wants to fine carriers $50K for hiring the wrong drivers. But if chameleon carriers can just reopen under a new DOT number… What’s the point? Charles Gracey welcomes Brandon Wiseman and Rob Carpenter, CDS., CDM/E of Trucksafe to discuss on the latest Brake Check. 👇 Full Episode: https://bit.ly/4aAhBJr

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We're excited to announce the acquisition of STB Freight Group, a Michigan based provider known for its dependable and customer focused approach to #logistics. “STB’s service driven culture and commitment to transparency are a perfect fit for BlueGrace,” said Bobby Harris, Founder and CEO. “By joining forces, STB customers gain access to our Managed Logistics® platform, providing end to end visibility and optimization across all modes.” This acquisition strengthens BlueGrace’s footprint across North America, giving STB customers access to the full suite of #ManagedLogistics, LTL, TL, refrigerated, and multimodal services supported by advanced technology and data driven optimization. Read the full #pressrelease 📃 https://hubs.li/Q03SC75_0

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