It’s the end of an era on RadioNemo. Host Jimmy Mac welcomes Tom Bray, Senior Industry Business Advisor at J.J. Keller & Associates, for his final appearance before retirement. Since 2016, Tom has been a trusted voice for truckers nationwide, and today he delivers one last deep dive into one of the most important topics in trucking: Hours-of-Service regulations.

Tom takes us on a journey from the 1935 Motor Carrier Act through every major change in HOS rules — including exemptions, personal conveyance debates, the rise of electronic logging devices, and proposed updates on the horizon.

With decades of experience and insider knowledge, Tom shares not only the “how” but the “why” behind the regulations that keep drivers safe and the roads running.

From the early days of paper logs to the digital age of ELDs, and from strict limits to controversial exemptions, this is the most comprehensive on-air history lesson you’ll ever get on Hours-of-Service. Plus, Tom reflects on his career, the changes he’s witnessed, and what he hopes to see in the future of trucking safety.

In this special extended episode of On the Highway with Tom Bray, hosted by Jimmy Mac on Road Gang Radio, we cut through the regulatory noise and focus on what’s truly changing in the world of the DOT—and why it matters to you.

Tom Bray, Senior Industry Business Advisor with J. J. Keller & Associates, breaks down the latest rule changes, proposals, and clarifications, including:

The quiet death (again) of the speed limiter rule

Removal of outdated regulations like the rear bumper label and ELD user manual requirements

Updates to roadside inspection and conviction self-reporting

Studies that could reshape Hours of Service flexibility

DataQs overhaul and what it means for disputing violations

From fuses to fines and everything in between, Tom helps drivers and fleet leaders stay ahead of the FMCSA curve in a constantly evolving regulatory environment.

This is one hour you’ll want to hear—and maybe replay.

On this episode of Road Gang Radio, Jimmy Mac welcomes regulatory expert Tom Bray for another installment of the recurring segment On the Highway. This week, they dive deep into driver qualifications — an issue making headlines due to upcoming changes related to English language requirements and out-of-service designations.

Tom breaks down what every driver and carrier should know about staying compliant, including the basics of §391.11, pilot programs for younger drivers, ELDT standards, and the ever-important English language rule going into effect June 25, 2025. From medical cards to CDL validity, from training to disqualifying offenses — this conversation is a must-hear for anyone trying to stay on the right side of the regulations and out of the penalty zone.

Whether you're behind the wheel or running a fleet, this segment is packed with critical reminders and new updates that could impact your ability to stay on the road.

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