About Bob Stephens Expertise If you need advice on truck and trailer purchasing, DOT regulations, start up costs, I can help. I also can help new drivers pick a company thats best fits them, what to look for in a company and what to expect if your new to truck driving. If your starting a business, what commodities to haul, working with Brokers and more.
Experience 16 years in the Trucking Industry. 8 years as an over-the-road driver traveling cross country. 4 years as a local driver in Chicago and Tampa, Fl. 4 years as co-owner of a small trucking company.
Organizations American Trucking Association
Education/Credentials AA, 1991, Liberal Studies, Purdue University
Awards and Honors Numerous Safe Drving Awards with the American Trucking Association.
Question Would like to start a car hauling business in our local area. West Palm Beach Fl. But would like to know what kind of paper work should be done. What kind of permits,insurance and so on is needed to get started. We already have a 350 dually and a 3 car hauler. I just need to know what kind of paper work needs to be done to get started. Do we need a motor carrier number DOT number ect.. Thanks for any help
Answer Hi Sonja.
Yes, your going to have a intrastate (if you only plan to run in Florida) DOT number. I've put a link below where you can research and contact the Florida DOT.
You can see if you need an IFTA (or any fuel tax) decal. You will need proof of insurance also. If you want someone else to do the legwork, go to a site like www.dotauthority.com and they can do it for you.
