Understanding the FMCSA New Entrant Safety Audit

For new trucking companies entering interstate commerce, safety and compliance are top priorities. The Department of Transportation (DOT) requires every new entrant motor carrier to complete a New Entrant Safety

What are GVW, GVWR, and GCWR?

Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), and Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR) are often confused, but they each serve different purposes. The GVWR is the maximum allowable

MIS Report FMCSA: What It Is and Why It Matters

An FMCSA MIS report, or Management Information System report, is a yearly summary required by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), a DOT agency responsible for transportation safety oversight.

What are the DOT Insurance Requirements?

Liability DOT insurance is mandatory for any company that transports people or cargo in the United States. These requirements exist to protect the public, reduce financial risk, and keep carriers

Understanding the FMCSA Return to Duty Drug Test

The FMCSA Return-to-Duty Drug Test is required for commercial drivers who violate federal drug and alcohol rules. This process makes sure drivers are rehabilitated and safe to return to their

How To Avoid A 34-Hour Reset

Did you just find out about a 34-hour reset, but you dislike the idea of taking such a long break? You’re not the only one. Many truck drivers view the

What is a Medical DOT Card?

A Medical DOT card, also called a Medical Examiner’s Certificate, is a document that proves a commercial driver is healthy enough to operate a commercial motor vehicle. This certificate is

Have You Been Placed on DOT Out-of-Service Status?

If you’ve been placed on DOT out-of-service (OOS) status, you’re legally prohibited from operating a commercial vehicle. This restriction applies not just to drivers but also to their trucks. A