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....

A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) is required by federal law and state governments to operate large or heavy vehicles in the United States. This license ensures that drivers can safely...

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...

A DOT pre-employment drug test is mandatory for applicants to safety-sensitive transport roles. It helps protect public safety by screening for specific drugs. This article outlines the requirements, substances tested,...

If you own a trucking company that uses CDL-required vehicles, then you’ve probably heard about IFTA (International Fuel Tax Agreement). But what exactly is it, who needs it, and how...

Essential Guide to Apportioned Plates for Interstate Trucking Success Following IRP rules matters for companies if they want to avoid penalties and fines. The base jurisdiction, or base state, is...

A cab card is proof of registration and compliance with registration requirements for commercial trucks, required for legal interstate operation. This article explains what a cab card is, who needs...

The ELDT rule establishes minimum requirements for entry-level driver training standards for those who provide training and those applying for a Commercial Drivers License (CDL). When Did the New ELDT...

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...

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...

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...

Whether you’re new to the trucking industry or have been around for a while, it’s important to know about the International Fuel Tax Agreement (IFTA). If your company employs CDL-required...