The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has decided to renew an exemption for International Motors, LLC, allowing Mr. Thomas Nickels to drive commercial motor vehicles (CMVs) in the U.S. without a U.S.-issued commercial driver's license (CDL). This exemption is valid from November 21, 2024, to November 21, 2029. Mr. Nickels holds a German commercial license, which FMCSA found to be equivalent to U.S. standards. The exemption includes several conditions, like requiring Mr. Nickels to carry the exemption document and being accompanied by a U.S.-licensed driver.
Simple Explanation
The U.S. government gave special permission to a German driver, Mr. Nickels, to drive big trucks in America using his German driver's license, but he has to follow some rules, like always bringing his permission paper and having an American friend with him when he drives.