[On-Demand Starting a Trucking Company in 2026: DOT Requirements & Updates for New Businesses
Many truck drivers dream of becoming owner-operators or launching their own trucking company. But navigating FMCSA requirements can be confusing and costly if done wrong.
This webinar covers everything you need to know about becoming an owner-operator, filing FMCSA permits and registrations, passing your New Entrant Safety Audit, and meeting 2026 FMCSA regulations.
What we’ll cover:
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2026 updates to DOT and MC numbers
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Operating Authority and Blanket of Coverage (BOC-3)
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Purchasing your first truck/trailer
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Liability insurance requirements
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IFTA and IRP apportioned plates
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Unified Carrier Registration (UCR)
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Electronic logging devices (ELDs)
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Passing the New Entrant Safety Audit
Aspiring owner-operators, new owner-operators, small trucking company owners, and DOT compliance managers.