How to Obtain a New USDOT Number (A Step-by-Step Guide)
So you're starting a trucking company? Maybe expanding your fleet? Either way, you'll need a USDOT number before those wheels start rolling. Skip this step, and you're looking at fines, impoundment, or worse - a complete shutdown.But here'...
The Top 10 DOT Violations and How to Avoid Them
Picture this: your driver's sitting at a weigh station. The inspector walks around the truck and spots a worn brake pad. Boom - you've got a violation, a fine hanging over your head, and your safety rating just took a hit.Nobody wants that...
Don't Risk Penalties: A Quick Guide to UCR Compliance
Ever had that sinking feeling when you see enforcement lights in your rearview mirror?Now imagine getting slapped with a $1,000 fine and watching your truck get detained - all because of one missing registration. That's the reality carriers...
2026 UCR Compliance: Simple Steps to Keep Your Trucks on the Road
Picture this: Your driver pulls into a weigh station. Everything looks good. Then enforcement flags them down.No UCR registration.Your truck? Detained. Operations? Stopped dead. Fines? They start piling up fast.This isn't some rare scenar...
Can I get a DOT number without a truck?
Short answer: yes, you can. A USDOT number identifies your company.It does not attach to a specific truck. FMCSA requires you to register before you begin interstate operations, not after you buy equipment. So you can secure the number whil...
Rules & Regulations for Truck Drivers in DOT Compliance
You're behind the wheel of an 80,000-pound machine. The Department of Transportation (DOT) wants to make sure you know exactly how to operate it safely. These rules aren't just bureaucratic red tape. They protect you, your cargo, and everyo...