Start Your Trucking Company Right
Whether you are starting your business from the very beginning or needing to make appropriate updates, TurnKey Authority helps you each step of the way. Let’s look at the trucking basics you’ll need to get started:
MCS-150 (DOT #)
In order to obtain a USDOT number you must fill out an MCS-150 form as it is your Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) registration. This form must be updated every two years to maintain compliance with the regulations. Hazardous Material Carriers must use the MCS-150B form that included the Hazmat Permit Application. Get Started
Interstate Operating Authority (MC #)
Before hauling loads or arranging freight, you must obtain your Interstate Operating Authority. Acquiring your Operating Authority (or your MC Number) can be a little more complex than the MCS-150 form. This is where the team at TurnKey Authority comes in to save you time and ensure accuracy within the many necessary forms for your business setup. Get Started
BOC-3
All truckers for hire, brokers, or freight forwarders must file a BOC-3 form with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) before Authority will be issued. The BOC-3 form designates a process agent in every state who will accept and forward legal documents being served on the motor carrier by an individual or legal entity from outside the carrier’s base state. Get Started
Insurance
A carrier is required to obtain Liability and Cargo insurance. It is recommended that you obtain a $1,000,000-liability policy and a $100,000 Cargo policy. It is necessary to obtain insurance within the first two weeks after your MC number is filed to avoid delays in the processing of your authority. Your authority may be dismissed if you fail to get your insurance on file within the first 60 days. Waiting beyond a year to obtain your insurance will cause you to have to start the authority process over again as well as repay all applicable fees. Get Started
Unified Carrier Registration (UCR)
Individuals and companies that operate commercial motor vehicles across state lines are required to register and pay an annual fee based on the size of their fleet. This requirement also includes companies operating as brokers, freight forwarders, or leasing companies. TurnKey Authority can take the confusion out of this filing for you. Supply us with your basic necessary information about your business and we’ll handle the rest. Get Started
Simple Permits
KYU Number
You are required to obtain a Kentucky weight distance number if your truck/trailer (and load) weight is over 59,999 pounds traveling in Kentucky. Quarterly reports are required to the State of Kentucky. Get Started
New York HUT
All vehicles with a registered GVW of 18,001 pounds or more and traveling within New York State are required to obtain and carry a New York Highway Use Tax or HUT permit. The quarterly taxes you must file with the state is based on miles traveled and weight of the vehicle traveling in New York. Get Started
New Mexico WD
Carriers that are 26,001 pounds or more and traveling the highways of New Mexico must obtain the New Mexico Weight Distance Tax permit. The quarterly taxes are based on miles traveled in New Mexico and weight of the vehicle. Annual renewal is required. Get Started