Which permits does my truck need? Free quiz

Question 1 of 13

Do you already have a registered company?

No, I want to form a new LLC Yes, I already have an LLC or corporation

Question 2 of 13

Where will your trucks work?

It counts as "interstate" if the freight comes from or goes to another state, even if your truck never leaves Texas (for example, freight that arrived from another state and you deliver it within Texas).

Only inside Texas (the freight starts and ends in Texas, not coming from or going to another state) In Texas and in other states Interstate freight only (never a load that starts and ends in Texas without coming from another state) I'm not sure

Question 3 of 13

Will you drive through any of these states?

These states require their own permit apart from IFTA. Check the ones you'll drive in.

New Mexico Kentucky New York Connecticut Oregon Not sure yet

Question 4 of 13

What kind of hauling will you do?

Other companies' freight, for pay Only my own company's goods Both Passengers Moving / household goods

Question 5 of 13

What vehicle will you use?

Semi truck / trailer Box truck Hotshot / pickup with trailer Dump truck Tow truck Other

Question 6 of 13

How much does the vehicle (or truck with trailer) weigh?

It's the maximum gross weight: truck + trailer + load. It's on the truck door or the title.

10,000 lbs or less 10,001 to 26,000 lbs 26,001 to 54,999 lbs 55,000 lbs or more I'm not sure

Question 7 of 13

How many axles does the truck have?

Count the truck's axles (not the trailer).

2 axles 3 or more axles I'm not sure

Question 8 of 13

How many trucks will your company have?

1 truck 2 trucks 3 to 5 trucks More than 5 trucks

Question 9 of 13

Do your drivers need a CDL?

Yes No I'm not sure

Question 10 of 13

Will you haul hazardous materials?

The ones that require hazmat placards.

Yes No I'm not sure

Question 11 of 13

Which registrations or permits do you already have?

Check all that apply.

Question 12 of 13

What do you need to do?

Form a company and get all the permits Get permits for my existing company Add trucks to my company Renew registrations or permits Update my company's information Check if my company is compliant Something else

Question 13 of 13

Done! Where do we send your recommendation?

With your phone we can call you if you have questions. We don't share your information.

Full name

Phone

Company name (if any)

Email (optional)

Final requirements depend on the type of operation, the vehicle and legal exceptions.

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