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Standard Carrier Alpha Code – Things You Should Know Before You Apply
It is very essential to know the basics of the standard carrier alpha code before you apply for it on the National Motor Freight Traffic Association website. This code is a 2-to 4-letter code that has been developed by the NMFTA. The SCAC identification number came...
SCAC (Standard Carrier Alpha Code) – Frequently Asked Questions
1. What Is The Standard Carrier Alpha Code? The standard carrier alpha code is also known as the SCAC and it is a unique 2-to-4 letter code that is used for the identification of carriers and transportation companies. The National Motor Freight Traffic Association...
Standard Carrier Alpha Code (SCAC) Issues & Challenges You Should Be Aware Of
Are you facing any issues with your Standard Carrier Alpha Code? There could be a few errors with the verification process of your SCAC number. A lot of carriers and trucking companies face this problem every now and then. You must have an SCAC number in case you are...
New Entrant Safety Audit – What All You Must Know Before It Begins
So it has begun. You have applied for your FMCSA authority. Do you know that you will be required to go through a new entrant safety audit as well? Things could get a little scary over there. But if you pay attention to the requirements and compliance rules laid down...
Mastering FMCSA Authority: Understanding The Critical Requirements
FMCSA authority is essential for you if you are working as a for-hire carrier and intend to haul loads across state lines. The federal government in Washington requires FMCSA authority for most of these loads. If you want to haul loads across state lines and get paid...
Private Carriers – Compliance Requirements And More To Keep You Running Smoothly
If you are a private carrier and you want to cross state lines to do business, there are certain regulations, compliance requirements, rules, legal formalities, and protocols that you must follow and comply with. Private carriers that intend to haul their own products...
What Farm Truck And Trailer Regulations Should Mean For Your Company
If you are not aware of the typical farm truck and trailer regulations, you should continue reading this blog. If you are a farmer and you use a pickup truck to haul your own products, if the gross vehicle weight of the loaded truck is 10,000 lbs or below, and if you...
Single State Registration System – Repealing The Old System For More Efficiency
There was a time when the Single State Registration system was applicable. The same has been replaced by the Unified Carrier Registration program as the UCR. Let's Have A Look At The History Of The Single State Registration Program For any carriers that intend to...
Do You Want To Cross State Lines With A Farm-Plated Truck?
If you are a farmer you must own a farm-plated truck. You might also face situations where you have to cross state lines with your grain or livestock. You could also be carrying farm equipment across state lines. Whatever the purpose is, getting into another state and...
Crossing Indiana State Lines With A Farm Plated Truck – Does The Weight Matter?
If you are a farmer in Indiana and own a semi-tractor or a trailer, and intend to haul your own products, you can place a 30,000 lbs farm plate on your tractor. The Indiana Bureau of motor vehicles license branch is going to facilitate this. You can haul your loads...
Understanding the BOC-3 List Of Process Agents: All You Need to Know
There are certain requirements that are laid down by the federal motor carrier safety administration regarding the BOC-3 list of process agents. These apply to all transportation companies, motor carriers, brokers, and also freight forwarders. They are required to...
Unified Carrier Registration (UCR): All You Need to Know for Compliance
The UCR is a must in all states across the country. There are 41 participating states to be exact that need you to fulfill this requirement without fail. The 9 states that do not participate are Oregon, Wyoming, Nevada, Arizona, Florida, Vermont, New Jersey,...
