Truckers Want Flashy Amber Brakes to Stand Out More
Published Date: 4/17/2025
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Summary
Yarde Metals wants permission to use a flashing amber brake light on their trucks along with the regular steady brake lights. This change affects their commercial vehicles and could make their trucks more noticeable when braking. The government is asking for public feedback before deciding, so keep an eye out for the comment deadline!
Analyzed Economic Effects
1 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
Exemption for Pulsating Amber Brake Lamps
Yarde Metals, Inc. (USDOT No. 299202) has asked the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration for permission to use an amber brake-activated pulsating lamp on its commercial motor vehicles in addition to the required steady-burning brake lamps. The agency is requesting public comment on that exemption request before deciding.
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