CDL Rules and Requirements for Truck Drivers

Find out what’s required if you drive a commercial motor vehicle that needs a CDL. This section explains medical cards, drug testing, entry-level driver training (ELDT), and how to meet DOT rules for CDL drivers and carriers.

MIS Report

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....

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Doctor's office visit

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...

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A vehicle that requires a HVUT (Form 2290)

What is the Heavy Vehicle Use Tax (HVUT)?

All commercial vehicles exceeding a certain weight are subject to the Heavy Vehicle Use Tax. Let’s review the basics and see if they apply to you and your business. Understanding...

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Trucking filling out their Highway Use Tax

What is a Highway Use Tax (HUT)?

Certain states impose a highway use tax (HUT) on carriers who travel on their roads. While the specifics vary between states, the tax is similar. Understanding Highway Use Tax If...

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Clearinghouse drug test for truckers

The Guide to the FMCSA Clearinghouse

If you are operating a CDL-class commercial vehicle, then the FMCSA Clearinghouse is something you will have to be familiar with. The FMCSA Clearinghouse is a critical component of the...

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