Start Your Trucking Company in 3 Simple Steps
Follow our step-by-step guide to launch your trucking business and get on the road faster.
START YOUR COMPANY
GET YOUR AUTHORITY
GET ROAD READY
Choose a business name, form your LLC, and get your EIN.
Apply for your USDOT and MC Number so your company can legally operate.
Complete your BOC-3, insurance, compliance requirements, and prepare to haul freight.
What You'll Learn
Business Formation
Learn how to form your LLC and obtain your EIN.
Commercial Truck Insurance
Understand the insurance requirements before activating your authority.
USDOT & MC Authority
Understand how to apply for your operating authority.
Startup Resources
Discover fuel cards, factoring companies, and other tools used by successful carriers.
BOC-3 Filing
Learn what a BOC-3 is and why every motor carrier needs one.
Finding Loads
Learn how new authorities find freight and begin generating revenue.
Avoid Common Startup Mistakes
Most new trucking companies waste thousands of dollars by completing steps out of order. Our roadmap shows you exactly what to do, when to do it, and what to avoid along the way.
Paying for services you don't need yet
Activating authority before you're ready
Buying insurance without understanding your options
Where Are You in the Process?
Activated Your Authority? Purchased Insurance? Filings posted to FMCSA?
What is next?