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Get insights into Unified Carrier Registration: why it's mandatory for interstate trucking, who needs to comply, and the consequences of noncompliance. Master UCR in 10 steps.

Discover how long it takes to get a USDOT number for your trucking business & learn about the process and criteria. Get answers to frequently asked questions.

Explore vital considerations for commercial truck lease agreements, including financial factors, truck maintenance, and insurance. Make informed decisions!

Boost profits as a truck owner-operator with our 11 strategies, including controlling costs, negotiating rates, and diversifying clients. Learn more today!

Discover the key differences between commercial trucking insurance and standard commercial auto insurance, and how to protect your business. Learn more today!

Master IFTA Record-Keeping with our comprehensive guide on requirements, licenses, and deadlines for the trucking industry. Stay compliant & avoid penalties!

The Department of Transportation (DOT) requires drug and alcohol testing of safety-sensitive employees to maintain the safety of others who may also be traveling. This requirement was enacted in 1991, and the drug screening rules are listed within Title 47 CFR Part 40, commonly referred to as Part 40. 

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has an audit requirement to ensure new trucking companies crossing state lines and national borders follow the same safety standards. This new entrant safety audit is required for all new trucking companies within the first year of operations. This article includes frequently asked questions about the DOT new entrant safety audit.

The world of commercial trucking can be confusing to new entrants to the industry. One term that may cause additional confusion is interstate operating authority. This article addresses some of the most common questions about interstate operating authority.