Federal/Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards 212/219

February 1, 2026

Mounting equipment on light-duty vehicles presents unique compliance challenges that aren’t always obvious during upfit planning. This Tech Trends article examines how certain equipment installations can affect conformity with Federal and Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards related to windshield mounting and intrusion.

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) Guidance

Make NTEA your Association today and unlock access to exclusive resources, tools and insights.

Join online

FET on trailer resale within six months

Federal Excise Tax (FET) considerations can become especially complex when trailers or semitrailers change hands shortly after an initial sale. This Tech Trends article explores why trailer resale within a six-month...

February 1, 2026

Federal Excise Tax (FET) Implications

Tech Trends

Obtaining a Motor Carrier ID number (MCS-150)

Operating as a motor carrier in interstate commerce comes with specific registration responsibilities that can be confusing for companies navigating the process for the first time. This Tech Trends article provides an...

February 1, 2026

Government Regulations

Tech Connections

Untangling commercial truck rear end requirements

Rear end requirements for commercial straight trucks can be complex, involving overlapping federal, state and application-specific considerations. In this Tech Connections article, NTEA’s Steve Spata explores common...

February 1, 2026

Federal/Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards 212/219

Recommended Articles

FET on trailer resale within six months

Obtaining a Motor Carrier ID number (MCS-150)

Untangling commercial truck rear end requirements