Texas, the largest state in the United States, has the highest concentration of truck drivers in the country. If you’re a truck driver domiciled in Texas and you’re thinking of starting a small trucking company there, you’re well on your way to success, since you already have the right kind of experience and knowledge to get your trucking company hauling cargo quickly.
As a trucker from Texas, you’re probably very familiar with the regulations of the DOT for the State of Texas. As such, you know that if you plan to have your trucking company haul loads in-state you will need your ICC authority/numbers as well as a Texas DOT license.
Yet you also know that the DOT state of Texas doesn’t require a Texas DOT license for all vehicles; some are exempt from the requirement. One exemption is for farm vehicles that have a gross weight of less than 48,000 pounds. Another exemption is for vans that transport people from hotels, day care and senior centers, etc.
As a truck driver starting a small trucking company in Texas, you also know you’ll also need to have a minimum of $300,000 to $750,000 in liability insurance for your fleet. The actual insurance amount depends on the gross weight of your trucks or tractor/trailers.
If you’re starting a small trucking company and your fleet will include trucks that weigh 26,001 pounds or more, you must register for the Texas Motor Fuel Permit as well as the IFTA fuel tax.
Starting a business, especially starting a small trucking company, is filled with tons of details and to-do lists. Your Authority Service knows the details of insurance requirements, how to get the authorities you need from federal and state governments (including regulations of the DOT state of Texas). We look forward to helping you get your Texas trucking company up and running quickly.