FMCSA’s driver training rule will eliminate ‘CDL mills,’ association says - truckingdive.com
FMCSA's new driver training rule aims to eliminate 'CDL mills', enhancing the quality of training for new drivers in the trucking industry.
Aforeworn detected this change in the Trucking / FMCSA Compliance space on September 7, 2026 and published this briefing so affected operators are forewarned rather than caught off guard. It is rated Medium urgency. All trucking companies and driver training schools. should confirm how it applies to their specific situation before acting. There is a time constraint attached: Not specified.. Acting after that point can mean penalties, a lapsed licence, or lost eligibility — exactly the kind of surprise Aforeworn exists to prevent. Aforeworn monitors Trucking / FMCSA Compliance continuously and turns every detected change into a plain-English briefing like this one, so you always know first. Forewarned is forearmed.
What changed
Implementation of stricter training requirements for obtaining a Commercial Driver's License (CDL), targeting the elimination of low-quality training programs.
Who it affects
All trucking companies and driver training schools.
What you must do
Review and update training programs to comply with new FMCSA standards.
Deadline
Not specified.
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