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CRST has just been granted an exemption by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) which will allow CDL permit holders to drive as a part of a traditional team.

WHAT DOES THAT MEAN? It means that a brand new school graduate can handle a Truck with out supervision according to the FMCSA and CRST. What is your opinion on this. Do you feel safe with New drivers hauling 80,000lb around your family with out havng an instructor right beside him in case of an emergency. 

Plus … Protesters angered by the police shooting death of Alfred Olango have taken to the streets in San Deigo. Police have formed a line near Ballantyne Street and they appear to be trying to keep the protesters from entering SR 67.

Tune in tonight at 830 eastern

Show Links – http://www.livetrucking.com/large-trucking-carrier-granted-exemption-to-allow-non-cdl-holders-to-drive-by-themselves/