Driver Onboarding Basics: (DOT & FMCSA Commercial Vehicle Compliance)
Onboarding new drivers doesn’t have to be a lengthy administrative process filled with compliance challenges. If you’ve faced this struggle, rest assured, there’s a simpler, more efficient path to getting your new hires on the road. Let FMCSA.com streamline your onboarding process in a matter of minutes. What to expect when onboarding drivers? The most […]
What is Factoring in the Trucking Industry?
How does factoring work: The steps to working with a factoring company are fairly straightforward, allowing even the busiest companies to rely on the financial service. The steps are as follows: This process allows trucking companies to receive cash quickly, typically within 24 hours, instead of waiting the usual 30 to 90 days for brokers […]
Introductory Guide to Commercial Vehicle Compliance. A Compliance Guide for New Entrants
Who might find this guide helpful? Part 1: Getting Started Congratulations. It is a significant milestone to purchase a truck and begin your journey in this industry. Whether you plan to expand your fleet in the future or operate at a small scale, the following steps are critical to remain compliant and legal when operating […]
Delilah Law and CDL Eligibility: DOT Compliance Considerations for Motor Carriers and Commercial Drivers
Background In 2024, 5-year old Delilah Coleman was severely injured in a collision with a truck driven by an undocumented individual. The individual, named Partap Singh, is an Indian national who illegally entered the U.S. in 2022 and obtained a California Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). The current administration seeks to address safety concerns involving undocumented […]
Montgomery v. Caribe Transport: The Future Verdict of Holding Freight Brokers Accountable
The Facts of the Accident On December 7, 2017, Shawn Montgomery sustained severe injuries when his parked tractor-trailer was struck by another truck on an Illinois highway shoulder. The vehicle that struck Montgomery’s tractor-trailer was operated by Yosniel Varela-Mojena, an employee of Caribe Transport, a motor carrier contracted by the freight brokerage firm C.H. Robinson […]
Everything You Need to Know About the MCS-150 Form
Failure to file accurately and timely will result in your operations being put on hold by the FMCSA. File with FMCSA.com today and let us take care of all your trucking compliance needs efficiently and stress-free. What is an MCS-150? The MCS-150 is a form required by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) used […]
DOT Inspection: What to Expect
When are DOT Inspections Conducted? Inspections can occur at any place and on any given day, whether that be at a rest stop, on the road, or at weigh stations. Impromptu inspections are conducted by a board-certified member of the USDOT, such as state troopers and USDOT state workers. Similarly, the FMCSA and the Commercial […]
Unified Carrier Registration (UCR) Guide
The Unified Carrier Registration (UCR) is a federal requirement for commercial motor carriers that conduct interstate travel. Since 2005, a federal mandate has been in place to create a unified motor carrier database. This consolidation of individual state databases enables the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) to regulate commercial vehicles across the nation. The […]
English Proficiency & Safety Requirements
Updates to English Proficiency and Safety Requirements On May 20, 2025, USDOT Secretary Sean P. Duffy signed an enforcement order that introduces stricter enforcement for English Language Proficiency (ELP) to all commercial motor vehicle (CMV) drivers. This shift comes years after the 2016 policy that loosened up ELP requirements for the trucking industry. During this […]