USDOT & MC Authority Setup for New Trucking Companies

ProSource Solutions provides online administrative support for new trucking businesses in Connecticut and Texas. Start with the operation you intend to run so registrations, authority and insurance questions can be reviewed together.

Plan the setup in the right order

  1. Describe your business structure, operating states, vehicle weights, cargo and whether you transport for hire.
  2. Review which USDOT registration and operating authority applications apply to that operation.
  3. Coordinate process-agent designation (BOC-3) and applicable insurance filings with the appropriate providers.
  4. Review UCR and whether IFTA or IRP registrations apply to your vehicles and travel.
  5. Check the official authority status and remaining requirements before accepting work that requires active authority.

How long does authority setup take?

Timing depends on the application, required filings and agency review. A submitted application or assigned number is not the same as active operating authority. Confirm the current process and status with FMCSA; no hauling start date is guaranteed by this service.

FMCSA operating authority guidance

Insurance filings and business formation

The insurer or authorized filing provider handles applicable insurance filings, which may include a BMC-91 or BMC-91X. Requirements depend on authority and operation. Administrative assistance does not bind insurance or grant authority.

Review trucking insurance and business formation support, then start your request.

Common questions

Does every truck need MC authority?

No. Requirements depend on the operation, cargo and travel. Describe your planned work so the applicable process can be identified.

Are IFTA and IRP required for every new business?

No. Vehicle and travel details determine applicability. They should be reviewed separately from the authority application.

Can I start hauling when I receive a number?

Confirm the required authority is active and the relevant insurance and registration requirements are satisfied before beginning regulated operations.