Question 1

I am with a company, and a I have an overweight permit. If I switch companies does my overweight permit come with me since I paid for it?

Accepted Answer

No, the overweight permit is based on the USDOT number that the company has.

Question 2

I received a text claiming that USDOT, MCS150, TXDOT is expired?

Accepted Answer

The federal motor carrier and TXDMV will not text you updating you on expiration dates.

Question 3

I received a call from DOT Compliance Group claiming my trucking DOT, MCS150 or Drug Compliance is expired.

Accepted Answer

DOT Compliance Group is a company attempting to earn your business since USDOT  information is public knowledge. Please disregard. If you believe your DOT, MCS150 or anything else is expired please contact me.

Question 4

How do I know if my MCS150 is still good?

Accepted Answer

Your MCS150 and USDOT can be looked up via the FMCSA website. This website is public knowledge and will display company name, address, USDOT #, and expiration date and the reason why companies are able to reach you regarding your USDOT/MCS150.

Question 5

I am getting audited by the DOT what do I do?

Accepted Answer

Come on in to the office with the information that the DOT provided to you regarding the audit and we can go from there. Many times you are the lucky one that got picked and they are just double checking. We will typically need VIN Numbers of equipment and IFTA reports if applicable.

Question 6

I need more IFTA decals, what do I do?

Accepted Answer

According to the Texas Comptroller, a request email can be sent to ifta@cpa.texas.gov requesting additional stickers.

The email should include the Taxpayer Name, Taxpayer Number, Requester Name, Phone Number, IRP Account Number, License Plate Number (for the additional trucks), and Number of sets (2 stickers per set for each side of the truck).

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