Dakota Group Blog

During the 2026 State of the Union address, President Donald Trump proposed a federal initiative that aims to enhance roadway safety and establish uniform standards for Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) eligibility across states. While the legislation remains subject to congressional action and potential regulatory rulemaking, it signals a broader policy focus on driver qualification verification and consistent oversight of CDL issuance across jurisdictions.

A 2017 Illinois tractor-trailer crash is now the center of a landmark Supreme Court case regarding liability in the logistics industry. In March of 2026, the Court will decide if federal law protects freight brokers from being sued when the carriers they hire are involved in accidents, or if they are the ones who will be ultimately at fault.

To stay compliant with trucking regulations, it is essential to file an MCS-150 biennially, regardless of whether any changes have been made to the company. This article serves as a comprehensive guide for filing the biennial update.

To stay compliant with trucking regulations, it is essential to understand both the function and the requirements for filing the MCS-150. This article serves as a comprehensive guide, providing you with everything you need to know about the required form.

DOT inspections are routine audits that assess the safety of vehicles, drivers, and loads. These federally mandated checks are conducted to ensure that safety standards and regulations are complied with.

The Unified Carrier Registration (UCR) is a federal requirement for commercial motor carriers that conduct interstate travel. Since 2005, a federal mandate has been in place to create a unified motor carrier database.