Freight factoring is a financial tool that helps trucking companies get paid faster by selling unpaid invoices to a third party. This steady cash flow keeps trucks moving and covers...

What Is an MC Number? An MC number (Motor Carrier number) is a unique identifier assigned by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). It grants operating authority to for-hire...

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is changing the way it identifies trucking companies. Starting October 1, 2025, the FMCSA will stop issuing and using MC numbers. Every motor...

If you’re starting a trucking company or applying for your motor carrier operating authority, you’ve probably come across the term BOC-3. But what exactly is it, and why is it...

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...

Wondering how to get a copy of your DOT authority? In this guide, we’ll show you how to check your USDOT number status, work through the FMCSA portal, and finish...

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...

Get Your MC Number Fast — Start Your Own Trucking Authority Today! Want to start hauling freight across state lines under your own name? You need an MC Number, and...

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...

Finding loads as an owner-operator can be difficult but there are many ways to find work when starting. So you have decided to join the freighting workforce and your next...

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...