Trucking Authority Packages
Trucking Authority Packages
Get your paperwork filed quickly and easily with DAT Copilot™ Authority Program.
Thinking about getting your trucking authority and looking for the best trucking authority packages? Get your carrier or broker business up and running fast with the DAT Copilot™ Authority Program. Our authority experts will guide you through the paperwork and help you get your trucking business started in no time.
- Take the guesswork out of the paperwork.
- Be confident that your business is ready to roll.
- Our team of experts is ready to help — anytime, anywhere.
Take the guesswork out of the paperwork.
Acquiring all the right certifications and keeping them up to date doesn’t have to take up your valuable time.
For truckers, time is money. Filing for the correct paperwork and keeping it current can take up valuable time that you could be spending on the road. The DAT Copilot™ Authority Program will take the hassle out of applying for certifications like your USDOT and MC number. Plus, we’ll keep those requirements up to date so you can be confident that you’re completely in the clear to grow your business.
Be confident that your business is ready to roll.
Get your trucking business certified quickly and easily.
When starting your own trucking business, there are a lot of hoops to jump through. You’ll need clearance to transport across state lines, permission to transmit regulated commodities, proof of insurance, and more. The best trucking authority packages help you with the paperwork. The DAT Copilot™ Authority Program not only handles the paperwork but also provides you with a team of experts to help grow your business at every turn.
Our team of experts is ready to help — anytime, anywhere.
DAT Copilot™ Authority Program offers trucking authority packages that provide all the support you need to start your small business.
DAT Copilot™ Authority Program offers trucking authority packages that don’t just help you get your USDOT and MC number — they also give you access to a team of trusted experts who’ll guide you every step of the way. Get the support you need to choose the right package and start your business with confidence.
"Some say it's simple to get your authority, and that you should save your money and do it yourself. Other people, including myself, are not sure where to even begin. I used a service provided by DAT to get my authority. It was important to me that it was done right the first time, by people who have done this before."
- Chad Boblett - Boblett Brothers Trucking
"They took me by the hand an led me through all of the difficult and confusing steps to ensure that I started off on the right foot. I cannot say it any clearer than these folks know what it's all about."
- Gregg Knight, LTL Trucking
The first thing you’ll need to start your own trucking business is operating authority. Operating authority applies to any for-hire carrier over 10,000 gross vehicle weight (GVW) who will be crossing state lines. To be a legal operator, you’ll need motor carrier authority from the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT). You are also required to get an MC number, which is issued by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). This number allows you to transport regulated commodities.
First, you’ll need to choose a unique name for your company. From there, you’ll need to consult an accountant to determine whether sole proprietorship, partnership, LLC, or corporation titles work best for you. Then, you’ll need to decide exactly what you’re hauling and obtain proof of insurance, along with a host of other requirements.
Obtaining your MC and USDOT numbers requires a lot of preparation, such as providing proof of insurance, filing Unified Carrier Registration with the state you’re located in, and appointing process agents. Any incorrect paperwork can mean a delay in obtaining your operating authority. The best trucking authority packages make sure your applications are accurate and up-to-date, so you can get your small business moving faster.
If you choose to file your paperwork yourself, the trucking authority cost will likely be somewhere around $340, plus the price of insurance. However, if you submit incomplete or inaccurate paperwork, your application will be held up until your information is complete, which costs you in the long run. The best trucking authority packages include fees, and for just a bit more, ensure your applications are complete and are approved on the first try.
It can generally take about five to seven weeks to get through both the state and federal approval processes. Federal approval on its own can take about 16 business days. In addition, you’ll need insurance policies, registration fee payment, and completed BOC-3 process agent forms. So you will likely need to spend quite a while waiting. However, the DAT Copilot™ Authority Program mean you spend less time waiting with the confidence that your paperwork is accurate and up-to-date.
The DAT Copilot™ Authority Program provide everything you need to get your trucking business up and running as quickly as possible. In addition to making sure all your paperwork is accurate and filed with the correct agencies, you get access to our team of trucking experts to provide all the advice you need to get trucking authority fast. So all you have to worry about is getting on the road!
For trucking authority packages, the DAT Copilot™ Authority Program has you covered.
Getting your trucking authority doesn’t have to be a hassle. The DAT Copilot™ Authority Program takes care of your paperwork, making sure it’s complete, accurate, and up-to-date. That way, you can focus on getting your trucking business up and running without worrying about certifications, fees, or other authority-related tasks. Get moving faster with DAT Copilot™ Authority Program!
DAT Copilot™
Authority Bundle
- Federal MC Authority ($300)
- BOC-3 MC Authority ($30)
- 50% off DAT One for 6 months (from $150)