The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) announced progress on two pilot programs that will test whether giving truck drivers more flexibility in managing their schedules can maintain or improve safety. The agency completed small-scale pre-tests in 2026 and is preparing for a larger rollout in 2027. Flexible Sleeper Berth Pilot Program This pilot will allow participating drivers to split their required 10 hours of off-duty time into two periods in any combinati
