How to Start a Trucking Company Without Losing Your Mind
Trucking Compliance That Will Help You Thrive
As a new motor carrier, you have a lot to look forward to: The promise of a growing industry, the independence of owning your own business, and the freedom of the open road. There are also a lot of regulations you must meet – and that starts with the permits, registrations, and DOT compliance programs you need to operate legally.
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Your One-Stop Shop for DOT Compliance
Having the correct DOT permits and registrations is one of the first steps to operating a legal trucking company. You need a DOT number, Authority to Operate (MC number), BOC-3 (Blanket of Coverage), Unified Carrier Registration (UCR)—and that's just the beginning. We'll decipher the acronyms, help you file everything correctly and on time, and answer your questions you have along the way.
You'll undergo a DOT safety audit within the first 12 months of operating a new trucking business to demonstrate that you're meeting all federal safety and compliance requirements. If you fail, the DOT could revoke your DOT number and place your operations out of service. Work with us, and we’ll help you pass.
New entrants often have trouble finding insurance coverage — or knowing how much is sufficient in the eyes of the DOT. At Foley, we have a vast network of reputable insurance providers to help you find the coverage you need at a price you can afford.
The FMCSA hours-of-service (HOS) rules help truck drivers operate their vehicles safely by avoiding excessive fatigue. We'll explain how long you can drive, when you must take time off, and how long to rest — along with what to know about electronic logging devices (ELDs).
Your One-Stop Shop for DOT Compliance
Having the correct DOT permits and registrations is one of the first steps to operating a legal trucking company. You need a DOT number, Authority to Operate (MC number), BOC-3 (Blanket of Coverage), Unified Carrier Registration (UCR)—and that's just the beginning. We'll decipher the acronyms, help you file everything correctly and on time, and answer your questions you have along the way.
You'll undergo a DOT safety audit within the first 12 months of operating a new trucking business to demonstrate that you're meeting all federal safety and compliance requirements. If you fail, the DOT could revoke your DOT number and place your operations out of service. Work with us, and we’ll help you pass.
New entrants often have trouble finding insurance coverage — or knowing how much is sufficient in the eyes of the DOT. At Foley, we have a vast network of reputable insurance providers to help you find the coverage you need at a price you can afford.
The FMCSA hours-of-service (HOS) rules help truck drivers operate their vehicles safely by avoiding excessive fatigue. We'll explain how long you can drive, when you must take time off, and how long to rest — along with what to know about electronic logging devices (ELDs).
Why Choose Our DOT Compliance Services?
The only way to know you're in full DOT compliance is by working with a partner like Foley. But remember, not all compliance partners are created equal. Here's how we're different.