Is the trucking industry fixing its problems… or just covering them up?

In this episode of Brake Check, we dig into the real issues shaping the future of trucking in 2026 and what they mean for drivers, carriers, and the entire supply chain.

Joining us today:

David Owen (NASTC)
Kendra Cimmino (InformData)
Christina Tattory (InformData)

We break down three critical conversations happening right now across the industry:

CDL Reform & Driver Pipeline

Are we lowering the bar to move freight faster? Or building a stronger, safer next generation of drivers?

Compliance Pressure on Small Carriers

New regulations and enforcement are stacking up but are smaller fleets being pushed out while larger players adapt?

The Shift to Continuous Driver Monitoring

From MVR delays to hidden violations, we expose the visibility gaps that fleets can’t afford to ignore and how real-time data is changing risk management.

This is not surface-level trucking talk.

This is the reality behind the policies, the data, and the decisions shaping the road ahead.

If you’re a driver, fleet owner, recruiter, or industry leader ... this is a conversation you need to hear.

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Drop your thoughts in the comments:

Are we improving safety… or just creating more risk?

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