The short answer? Unfortunately, yes.
But it is important to note that there are legal nuances regarding when and how that truck inspection takes place, especially during a mandated rest period, which is governed by a combination of federal regulations and operational policies.
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This article* by Brad Klepper was originally posted in the Ask the Attorney Column, The Trucker, December, 2025. Got questions about this topic? The CDL attorneys at Drivers Legal Plan® can help!
If you are a fleet safety director or a professional driver in late 2025,… Read This Article
In the constantly evolving sphere of trucking regulations, maintaining currency with federal mandates is an operational imperative for both commercial drivers and fleet operators. In this blog, we dive into an in-depth episode of The CDL Files, where Marilyn Surber, Chief Growth and Strategy Officer… Read This Article
FMCSA officially removing driver-facing camera requirement from under-21 pilot
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration announced via a Federal Register notice that will publish Tuesday, May 14, that it is removing two requirements from its under-21 interstate pilot program, as directed by Congress.
The agency’s notice revises… Read This Article
