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2022-07-26 23:43:54 -

10 tips to help truckers prep for CVSA Brake Safety Week
The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) has a major CMV brake inspection effort planned for August — here are some tips to get you ready. What to Expect During Brake Safety Week CVSA Brake Safety Week is taking place August 21 — 27 in Canada, Mexico and the U.S. During Brake Safety Week, inspectors will perform North American Standard Level I and V Inspections,...

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2022-01-28 02:54:14 -

Cops find 500 pounds of marijuana, fentanyl, mushrooms, during CMV safety inspection
A truck driver and passenger were recently arrested in New Mexico after an inspection led to the discovery of a variety of illegal drugs inside the vehicle. Around 8 a.m. on January 21, 2022, a New Mexico State Police officer conducted a CMV safety inspection on a 2012 Volvo at the Gallup Port of Entry. From New Mexico State Police: As the officer conducted a safety inspection on the CMV,...

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2022-06-10 10:59:56 -

Here’s what you can expect during Brake Safety Week 2022
The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) shared new information on this year’s Brake Safety Week inspection and enforcement campaign. This year, Brake Safety Week will take place throughout the U.S., Mexico, and Canada from August 21 — 27. The area of emphasis for this year’s Brake Safety Week is brake hose/tubing chafing violations. ...

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2022-07-22 14:23:26 -

Here’s what you can expect during Brake Safety Week 2022
The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) shared new information on this year’s Brake Safety Week inspection and enforcement campaign. This year, Brake Safety Week will take place throughout the U.S., Mexico, and Canada from August 21 — 27. The area of emphasis for this year’s Brake Safety Week is brake hose/tubing chafing violations. ...

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2022-07-23 13:13:15 -

Iowa DOT shouts out truckers for safety and professionalism
Iowa DOT Motor Vehicle Enforcement recently took the time to praise truck drivers who passed their Level I inspections with flying colors. On July 15, Iowa DOT took to social media to spread “some positivity and good vibes” by recognizing truckers for their safety and professionalism. From Iowa DOT: Good afternoon everyone! Today, many of our MVE...

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2022-08-20 16:32:53 -

Iowa DOT shows how NOT to fix your trailer brakes ahead of CVSA Brake Safety Week
With the nation’s biggest brake safety enforcement effort just weeks away, law enforcement in Iowa took to social media to highlight a major brake violation. On Tuesday, August 9, Iowa DOT Motor Vehicle Enforcement shared a post asking drivers not to use vice grips as a trailer brake fix. From Iowa DOT: Just so we are on the same page here – vise...

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2021-08-10 23:00:18 -

Three day semi truck ‘safety’ blitz starts today in more than a dozen states
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is spearheading a multi-state enforcement effort meant to cut down on crashes involving commercial vehicles. The “SafeDRIVE” enforcement effort is taking place August 3 — 6 in multiple states, with emphasis on I-95 in North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, and Florida. Other states participating in SafeDRIVE include...

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2021-05-06 20:43:18 -

Troopers shout out 89 year old truck driver and his ‘dedication to safety’ during Roadcheck
The North Dakota Highway Patrol (NDHP) took time to give kudos to an old school truck driver and his attention to safety during the International Roadcheck inspection effort. On Wednesday, NDHP took to Facebook to praise 89 year old Denver-based truck driver Dave Sheets, who drives for Salt Lake City-based trucking company Savannah Transport. NDHP writes: “#NDHP troopers encounter...

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2022-06-13 11:20:48 -

VIDEO: So how do you explain this to the safety department?
Things go from not ideal to nightmarish pretty darn quick in this driver’s dash cam video.

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2025-03-22 01:42:45 -

$150 Million in Lawsuits Filed Over Fatal I-35 Crash in Austin That Killed 5 and Injured Dozens
Two major lawsuits, including one seeking over $100 million in damages, have been filed in connection to a deadly 18-vehicle crash on Interstate 35 in North Austin that killed five people and left at least a dozen others injured. One of the lawsuits was filed by Nathan Jonard, a survivor of the March 13 crash, who alleges that driver negligence and corporate irresponsibility led to the massive...

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2025-05-23 16:57:43 -

38% of Inspected Trucks Placed Out of Service During Roadcheck in Texas’ Permian Basin
PERMIAN BASIN, Texas — The Texas Department of Public Safety (TXDPS) has released alarming results from the 2025 International Roadcheck campaign, revealing that 38% of inspected commercial vehicles were placed out of service during inspections conducted in the Permian Basin from May 13 to 15. The inspections were part of the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s (CVSA) annual...

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2025-06-04 15:15:04 -

Baltimore Pickup Truck Crash Causes Building Collapse, Forces Demolition
A powerful crash in East Baltimore late Monday night, June 2, 2025, left a building partially collapsed and residents shaken, after a pickup truck slammed into the corner of North Patterson Park Avenue and Federal Street. Baltimore Police said the 64-year-old driver reported being forced off the road by another vehicle, leading him to crash into the structure. Though the sound of the impact...

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2025-03-15 03:13:29 -

Chaos on Texas Highways: Multiple 18-Wheelers Flip Over in Amarillo Wind Storm
A massive dust storm swept across the Texas Panhandle on March 14, triggering a deadly highway pileup, multiple wildfires, and a state disaster declaration. Extreme winds reaching 80 mph fueled hazardous conditions, causing low visibility, dangerous travel, and rapid fire spread. Fatal Multi-Vehicle Pileup on Highway 60 A major crash on Highway 60 near Bovina resulted in one...

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2025-02-09 01:34:23 -

Cochise County Sheriff’s Office Seeks Help in Rest Stop Robbery Investigation
The Cochise County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) is asking for public assistance in an ongoing investigation into rest stop robberies that occurred last year, following recent suspicious activity that may be connected. On February 6, 2025, CCSO issued a statement requesting help in identifying suspects involved in a series of robberies at a rest area off I-10 near San Simon, Arizona, in...

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2025-05-07 02:27:06 -

CVSA Announces Enforcement of English Proficiency Standards for Commercial Truck Drivers Starting June 25, 2025
The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) has announced that beginning June 25, 2025, commercial vehicle operators in the U.S. who fail to comply with federal English language proficiency (ELP) requirements will be placed out-of-service. This significant announcement comes days after President Trump signed an Executive Order reversing a 2016 directive that prevented authorities from...

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2025-03-27 22:13:04 -

Dash Cam Video of Truck vs. Pickup Merge Crash Sparks Heated Online Debate
A dash cam video showing a collision between a semi truck and a black pickup during a highway merge has gone viral, igniting strong opinions across the internet about who was truly at fault. The footage shows the pickup truck speeding up in the merging lane, attempting to cut in front of the oncoming semi. Despite having limited space and time, the pickup does not slow down or pull onto the...

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2025-02-15 16:25:07 -

Deadly Crash Inside I-80 Tunnel Sparks Fire, Blocking Rescue Efforts
A fatal crash inside the Interstate 80 tunnel near Green River, Wyoming, on Friday morning resulted in a fire that burned for hours, with falling debris preventing emergency crews from extinguishing the flames. Authorities confirmed that at least two people were killed, with multiple others injured, but the unstable conditions inside the tunnel have made it impossible to assess the full...

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2025-06-11 20:40:20 -

Denton County Truck Inspections During Roadcheck 2025 Lead to High Out-of-Service Rate
The Denton County Sheriff’s Office (DCSO) has released key findings from a recent multi-agency truck inspection effort conducted as part of Roadcheck 2025, a coordinated North American safety campaign led by the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA). The 72-hour inspection initiative took place from May 13 to May 15, 2025, with DCSO partnering with several local and state law...

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