Truckers no longer need to carry liquid-burning flares

The US Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration plans to remove rules requiring commercial trucks to carry liquid-burning flares. This change updates safety equipment requirements to reflect modern technology.

For decades, truck drivers had to carry a specific type of warning flare that is now rarely used. This small regulatory update means they can rely on more modern, safer alternatives like reflective triangles or LED lights. It's a minor but practical change that brings safety rules in line with current equipment.