Watch50-State WatchNebraska Eases HOS, Adds 10% Weight Tolerance for Fuel Haulers
Carriers & fuel haulers operating in Nebraska: the HOS relief and 10% weight tolerance run through Nov. 18 only — confirm which routes and vehicles qualify before loading heavier.
FMCSA Reopens Comment on Grote's Flashing Warning-Lamp Exemption
Carriers & Fleets: Grote now says RCW lamps pulse amber and never turn steady red on their own; review the change and file comments by November 19, 2026.
Texas Court Denies FedEx, Allecom Bid to Halt Driver Lawsuit
Carriers & Brokers: FedEx and Allecom failed to halt trial court proceedings in a driver liability suit; the underlying case moves forward in Bexar County.
Massachusetts Finds 1,300+ Truck Violations in Regional Sweep
Carriers & Owner-operators: expect continued multi-day, multi-state CVES sweeps targeting logbooks, CDL status and brakes; audit driver qualification files and vehicle maintenance records now.
Daily Brief: Tuesday, October 20, 2026
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