Due to the potential for more severe accidents when trucks are involved, truck drivers and trucking companies are regulated by the United States government. Specifically, most trucking companies must register with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and abide by the rules of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSR). These regulations set out specific requirements that trucking companies and truck drivers must follow, which are designed to increase safety and decrease the likelihood of accidents involving trucks. Some of the most significant of these mandates include the following: Learn More