Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) Guidance

If we do not install an accessory, but sell it with a chassis or body, is the accessory subject to Section 4051 tax?

We were told Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration would allow our delivery fleet to have brake-activated pulsating warning lamps. However, our vehicle builder said they can’t install flashing brake lights on our...

Even if you aren't a vehicle OEM, federal motor vehicle safety regulations may affect your business. This whitepaper delves into federal safety certification responsibilities for truck dealers, vehicle upfitters and...

We are a truck equipment distributor getting ready for snowplow season. What key factors should be considered before installations?

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to adopt a new Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard to require automatic emergency braking (AEB), including pedestrian AEB...

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued a notice of proposed rulemaking adopt a new Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) to require automatic emergency braking (AEB) systems on...

Cargo vans are a staple for many commercial vehicle fleets, including the telecom, parcel delivery and service industries (such as plumbing, HVAC and catering). Today’s cargo van has evolved, with many OEMs offering a...

​​​​​​​Companies looking to incorporate sustainable materials in vehicles are exploring occupant compartments, especially for vehicles such as cargo vans being upfit with additional seating, headliners and other interior...

We are an upfitter, and during the body and equipment installation process, we noticed some chassis with frontal area and completed vehicle weight limitations in their incomplete vehicle documents and body builder books...