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For Pennsylvania dump truck fleets working across the Maryland border, registration renewals now come with a change: a paper credential is replacing the second Maryland plate previously issued to qualifying out-of-state trucks. Effective September 28, 2026, Maryland MVA began issuing Dump Service Certificates for out-of-state dump trucks with apportioned registrations, four o...

Choosing a motor carrier is no longer just a capacity decision. It is a risk-management decision that could later be examined by a shipper, insurer, attorney, judge, or jury. A carrier may have active operating authority and an insurance certificate but still present significant safety, operational, financial, or fraud-related risks. If a serious crash occurs, […]

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Starting a trucking company means coordinating equipment, insurance, customers, and compliance. When the federal registration system becomes another obstacle, it can be difficult to know whether to wait, submit more paperwork, or ask for help. FMCSA’s transition to Motus, the USDOT Registration System, has prompted temporary relief for certain biennial updates. However, new c...