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Trucking News: FMCSA Denies Window Tinting

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is responsible for the issuance and enforcement of safety regulations to reduce crashes, injuries, and deaths in the trucking industry. Recently, the International Window Film Association submitted an application for an exemption regarding the maximum allowed window tinting level in large trucks; however, this request was denied. Keep reading to learn more about the request and how window tinting and trucker safety are related.

Current Window Tinting Rule

FMCSA regulations place a limit on the amount of tinting that may be added to the windows of a truck cab. These regulations refer to the windshield and windows immediately to the left and right of a trucker. The current FMCSA regulations state that truck windows may not be tinted to a point that allows less than 70% of light to pass through them.

Exemption Request

The International Window Film Association (IWFA) recently submitted a request for an exemption with regard to the current window-tinting rule for large trucks. By reducing the amount of light that enters the truck cab, the film would prevent trucker eye strain and lower the ambient temperature in the cab for greater comfort. This film would also improve a truck’s energy efficiency by reducing the amount of energy required to maintain a comfortable interior temperature in the cab.

FMCSA Denial

The FMCSA denied the IWFA’s request to permit exemptions in the amount of tinting applied to truck windows. Several reasons were stated for the denial, particularly the need to maintain sufficient window transparency for truckers to clearly see the road and the conditions around them. Additionally, the FMCSA cited concerns regarding injuries that could occur as a result of the impact of objects against a glazed surface, as well as the risk of truckers being thrown from the cab during accidents.

You can learn more about trucker comfort and current trucking regulations when you check out DSW Drivers on the web. We offer all the information and resources you need to pursue a successful trucking career in Tucson; you can also reach us by calling 1 (888) 266-7534.

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