FMCSA Guidance for New Owners-Operators (2026)
Starting a trucking company in 2026 means stepping into a regulatory environment built on decades of layered rules, deadlines, and federal forms. This FMCSA guidance for new owner-operators breaks the
Box Truck DOT Number Requirements (2026 Guide)
Not every box truck on the road needs a USDOT number, but many owner-operators assume they are exempt when they are not. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) requires
FMCSA Revokes Another 10 ELDs: September 8 Deadline for Carriers
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has removed another 10 electronic logging devices (ELDs) from its list of registered devices after determining they no longer meet the agency’s minimum
Owner-Operator Compliance Services: Staying FMCSA Compliant in 2026
Regulatory compliance services help owner-operators stay current with FMCSA registrations, annual renewals, tax filings, drug and alcohol testing requirements, and state permits. Rather than tracking dozens of deadlines yourself, a
DOT Compliance Review Guide for Small Fleets in 2026
A DOT compliance review is an investigation conducted by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) to determine whether a motor carrier complies with federal safety regulations. For small fleets,
Hazmat Transportation: Requirements, Regulations & Compliance Guide
Hazmat transportation is the movement of hazardous materials by commercial vehicles, rail, air, or vessel under strict federal safety regulations. In the trucking industry, hazmat transportation includes everything from fuel
DOT Violation Fine Increases (2026 Update)
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has increased the fine amount for DOT violations to reflect inflation. On December 30th, 2024, the FMCSA published a Final Rule increasing the
Electronic Logging Device (ELD) Use and Regulations
Electronic Logging Devices, or ELDs, help record driving hours for commercial motor vehicle operators. These systems connect directly to the commercial vehicle’s engine and track driving time, engine power status,
FMCSA-Revoked ELDs and Compliance Risks Guide
FMCSA-revoked ELDs have become a growing concern for truck drivers, owner-operators, and motor carriers across the trucking industry. The FMCSA has increased ELD enforcement activity in recent years, removing a
MOTUS DOT Registration System Explained
The FMCSA is rolling out a new registration platform called MOTUS. For interstate motor carriers, CDL operations, brokers, and freight forwarders, this system changes how federal registration data is accessed,