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Oregon Extends Temporary Change to Summertime Fuel Requirements The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality has extended the temporary change to the state’s motor vehicle fuel standards to remain aligned with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s emergency fuel waiver. It has now been extended through July 19. The original order was signed by Oregon DEQ Director…

Motor Carriers: Participate in Study Assessing the Potential Safety Benefits of Driver-Facing Cameras The American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) has called on motor carriers to participate in its Safety Impacts of In-Cab Monitoring research, which will assess how driver-facing cameras (DFCs) can positively impact safety and operational metrics. Motor carriers are invited to participate by Friday,…

Emergency Declaration and Suspension of HOS Regulations in Response to Wildfire Activity in Oregon Due to critical statewide fire danger as declared in Governor Kotek’s June 15 Executive Order (EO 26-10), and pursuant to ORS 823.012, ODOT Interim Director Lisa Sumption has issued an emergency waiver (ODOT EW 26-01). Per 49 CFR 390.23(b), Parts 395.3…

ATRI Seeks Insight on Adoption of Onboard Safety Technologies The American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) is conducting a follow-up survey to motor carriers and truck drivers on adoption levels and user perspectives for onboard safety technologies. The research is part of the ongoing TechCelerate program, which is sponsored by FMCSA. The TechCelerate research team includes ATRI, ATA’s…

ATRI Seeks Input on Scale of Unauthorized Cabotage While B-1 visa-holders are generally allowed to make one pick-up or delivery in the U.S., anecdotal evidence indicates that some foreign truck drivers actively conduct new business throughout the U.S. and beyond the border commercial zones, which is prohibited by federal law. Known as “cabotage,” ATRI’s Research…

DEQ: Temporary Change to Oregon’s Summertime Fuel Requirements DEQ’s policy and rulemaking board approved a temporary change to Oregon’s motor vehicle fuel standards. The action follows the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s nationwide emergency fuel waiver and provides clarity to fuel suppliers; helps prevent potential fuel supply disruptions; and allows the sale of E15 gasoline during…

How to Prepare for FMCSA’s New Registration System – Motus If you have a USDOT number or USDOT number with operating authority, it is recommended that you complete the following steps by May 14 to prepare for the launch of Motus, FMCSA’s new registration system. Log in to the FMCSA Portalto ensure your account is active.…

Redesigned Oregon Trucking Online (TOL) Launches April 21 ODOT’s Commerce & Compliance Division (CCD) will be launching a new modernized design of Oregon Trucking Online (TOL) on April 21, 2026. This new look and feel will bring an improved user experience that focuses on maximizing usability for all CCD customers. The responsive design will automatically adjust…

Comment Now: Draft Grant for Medium- and Heavy-Duty EV Charging Stations The ODOT Climate Office is planning a grant opportunity for public medium- and heavy-duty electric vehicle charging stations on Interstates 5 and 84. A draft of the grant opportunity is now available and ODOT is looking for feedback from industry stakeholders before the final…