Haul Talk

The FMCSA’s new rule on non-domiciled CDLs marks a critical step toward restoring integrity and accountability in the trucking industry. For compliant carriers, this isn’t about advantage — it’s about finally competing on a level field where safety, standards, and proper vetting matter. At Meiborg, we’ve always operated this way, and as enforcement strengthens, the industry moves closer to where it should have been all along.

This blog covers the key things drivers should double-check before hitting the road to stay safe, compliant, and in control. It focuses on cargo securement, proper blocking and bracing, following distance, and the importance of pre-trip and post-trip inspections. The article also explains how small issues can quickly turn into serious problems at highway speeds and why staying proactive matters, especially with International Roadcheck approaching.