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At Motor Transport Alliance, we’re committed to keeping our clients and partners informed about the latest developments in the trucking industry and updates from our own organization. From new partnerships and service offerings to industry trends and regulatory changes, our Blog page is your source for timely and relevant information.
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How Do I Get My CDL?
What is a CDL and Why Do You Need One? A CDL is a commercial driver’s license. It is required by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) to operate commercial motor vehicles of a certain size transporting goods across state lines. What Driving Jobs Require a CDL? Many jobs that require the operation of…
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How to Start a Trucking Company
1. Determine Your Business Type Determine that type of business you are going to have and how you will manage it. The type of company and business model you choose will determine how you file your legal documents, complete taxes, obtain insurance, and get all necessary certifications to stay in complete compliance with all state…
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How to Start as an Owner-Operator
What is an Owner-Operator? An owner-operator is a self-employed trucker that is also a business owner who manages their own fleet of semi-trucks. A lease-purchase owner-operator is a truck driver who leases or rents their vehicles from another commercial vehicle company. The trucker may or may not outright purchase their vehicle down the line. The…
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How Does a Fuel Card Work?
What are Trucking Fuel Cards? Fleet fuel cards, also known as trucking fuel cards or simply fuel cards, are specialty cards that offer real-time discounts on fuel purchases along with other potential savings, such as discounts on vehicle maintenance, tires, and truck washes. How Do Fuel Cards Work? Signing Up for Owner-Operators Getting Discounts at…
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How Do I Get a Fuel Card for My Business?
1. Research Fuel Card Providers Start by researching reputable fuel card companies that cater specifically to the trucking industry. Look for features like discounts, real-time tracking, and tools for account management. 2. Evaluate Your Business Needs Determine your priorities and assess how your business consumes fuel: These factors help you identify the fuel card program…
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What Are Benefits of a Fuel Card?
What are the Benefits of a Fuel Card? Fleet management can be complicated. A good fuel card program can make the process easier with fuel card benefits like fuel savings, fraud protection, and spending controls. How Fuel Cards Work The basic process for using fuel cards at gas station pumps is as follows: This process…