Safety
Tips for CMV Drivers on the Road
10 Tips for CMV Drivers on the RoadTips for Driving Safely Around CMVs
Large trucks or buses (commercial motor vehicles, or CMVs) have operating limitations such as large blind spots, long stopping distances, and limited maneuverability that make it essential for other vehicles to put extra focus on safety. Fortunately, you can take simple actions to avoid...
Safety Advisory: Canadian Cargo Tank Facilities Required to Register with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and follow United States (U.S.) Test, Inspection,and Repair Regulations
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is updating and re-issuing this safety advisory as a reminder of the registration requirements for Canadian cargo tank facilities and persons engaged in the manufacture, assembly, certification, inspection or repair of a USDOT specification...
FMCSA's Previous Crash Preventability Demonstration Program
From August 1, 2017 through September 30, 2019, FMCSA accepted eligible crashes that occurred from June 1, 2017 through July 31, 2019. The Demonstration Program is now closed.
The following crash types were eligible for participation in the program:
When the...