Motor Carrier HQ

We take care of everything, from helping you organize your business and tax structure to getting your operating authority and navigating all the red tape that comes with starting your own business. Our main services include: getting your operating authority, passing the new entrant safety audit, drug and alcohol supervisor training, DOT compliance, and more!

Nope! Give us a call, and we can walk you through everything we offer and build a no-obligation, custom plan to start your business. We work hard to be completely transparent and we’re happy to answer any questions you have about starting your own trucking company before you’ve even paid us a dime.

That all depends on what you need. Something unique about us is that we tailor our services to you making sure you get what you need and make sure you aren’t paying for anything you don’t. We’ll even let you know how much goes to us, and how much goes to any registration fees or taxes, so you can be sure you’re getting the most out of your buck.

Yes! We offer a new motor carrier authority package, designed to help you get your motor carrier authority. However, because of the unique nature of our business, we actually recommend giving us a call first to help determine what you actually need. We understand that every company is different, so we don’t want to recommend something that costs you money that you don’t need to spend.

While we are not an insurance company, we do help you find the right insurance plan through a variety of insurance companies that we trust. When getting proper trucking insurance, we know how important it is to find a commercial insurance provider. If you have questions about getting truck insurance for your business, call us.

We are a unique operating authority company, because we do more than just get your DOT and MC numbers. We create a custom plan designed for your company to get everything you need, and nothing you don’t. We’re completely transparent and walk you through everything, plus we take the next steps to make sure you keep your company on the road.

We can take care of everything to keep your company on the road. If your company has already gone through a new entrant safety audit, we can help you update a conditional or unsatisfactory safety rating. If you need help managing payroll, taxes, or other day-to-day management, we help with that too!

We understand that there may be some instances where you need your MC number even if it’s not required by the FMCSA. We’re still happy to help you get it, and we’ll walk you through the entire process, just like we would for any of our other clients. Know that when you work with us, we won’t pressure you into getting something you don’t need.

There are a lot of pieces you need to sort through to get your operating authority. In general, you’ll most likely need: a business structure, your own operating authority, insurance, and a truck. Give us a call and we'll walk you through everything you need.

Give us a call! We’ll go over all the paperwork for you to determine what your company isn’t compliant with and take the necessary steps to prevent future violations from missing certain paperwork or registrations.

As a general rule, you need an MC number if: you’re operating for hire, transporting passengers or arranging transport across state lines, or transporting federally regulated goods through more than one state. We can help you determine whether or not you need your MC number, also called operating authority. Just give us a call to get started.

You need a DOT number if you are operating with: vehicles over 10,000 lbs, transporting between 9-15 passengers and are being paid to do so, transporting more than 16 passengers, hauling hazardous materials. There may be some exceptions where you don’t need it to run your business, while other states require it even if you don't meet these requirements. Contact us, and we can help you determine if you actually need it for your business.

The FMCSA requires you to fill out specific paperwork and pay a $300 fee to get your operating authority. When you give Motor Carrier HQ a call, we’ll walk you through the entire process and make sure the paperwork is filled out properly the first time.

The biennial update is a requirement set by the FMCSA to renew your business’ information every two years.

IFTA is the International Fuel Tax Agreement. IFTA takes into account the amount of fuel purchased in a variety of states and adjusts the cost to balance how much you actually paid as compared to what you owe. IFTA requires tax reports to be submitted every quarter. IFTA reports are something we can help with too.

If you are a motor carrier operating in two or more areas defined by IFTA. Your vehicle needs to be registered under IFTA If your vehicle: has two axles and a gross vehicle weight over 26,000 pounds, has three or more axles, or is used in combination with a weight that combined exceeds 26,000 pounds of a gross vehicle weight or registered gross vehicle weight. There are a lot of other rules that come with IFTA. We can help you navigate them.

If you’re in Utah, we can help you take care of the registration process and help you with your quarterly fuel tax reports. Just give us a call to get started. Outside of Utah, the process is typically done when registering under the IRP to get an apportioned license plate.

The new entrant safety audit is a requirement set by the FMCSA for all new motor carrier entities to make sure they are staying compliant with all necessary regulations. We offer services to help you prepare for the audit. Give us a call to learn more!

We can help! We offer a DIY or full assistance package that outlines everything you need to prepare for the new entrant safety audit. We’ll coach you through everything so you can be completely ready.

If you fail a DOT audit, your company will be put out-of-service unless your company creates a corrective action plan that outlines what your company will do in order to stay compliant with all of the safety requirements set by the FMCSA.

If you are unhappy with your results after a new entrant safety audit, give us a call. We can help you create a corrective action plan that fulfills the requirements set by the FMCSA.