IFTA Guide
IFTA Tracking Device vs App: Which is Better for Your Fleet?
Compare IFTA tracking devices vs apps. Learn why smartphone apps have replaced expensive hardware for automatic mileage tracking and fuel tax reporting in 2026.
8 min read
DOT Compliance Insights
Expert advice on driver qualification files, FMCSA regulations, and fleet compliance best practices
IFTA Guide
IFTA Automation: How GPS Tracking Eliminates Manual Mileage Logs
Learn how IFTA automation with GPS tracking eliminates manual mileage logging. Discover how automatic state detection saves time, reduces errors, and maximizes fuel tax credits.
10 min read
IFTA Compliance
IFTA Audit Survival Guide: What Auditors Look For and How to Prepare
Learn what triggers an IFTA audit, what auditors examine, common findings and penalties, and how to prepare your records. Complete IFTA audit defense guide.
12 min read
Compliance
MCS-150 Biennial Update 2026: Complete Filing Guide & Due Date Calculator
Everything you need to know about the MCS-150 biennial update for 2026. Calculate your due date using your USDOT number, file online, and avoid $1,000/day penalties.
12 min read
Compliance
UCR Registration 2026: Fees, Deadlines & How to Register Online
Complete UCR registration guide for 2026. Learn the fee schedule by fleet size, the December 31, 2025 deadline, step-by-step registration, and how to avoid roadside enforcement.
10 min read
Getting Started
New Trucking Company Checklist: Complete Startup Guide for 2026
Everything you need to start your trucking company the right way. From DOT registration to compliance systems, this step-by-step checklist ensures you don't miss critical requirements.
22 min read
DOT Compliance
Complete DOT Audit Checklist for Small Fleets (2026)
Prepare for your FMCSA compliance review with confidence. This comprehensive DOT audit checklist covers every document, record, and process auditors examine—plus the most common violations that catch small carriers off guard.
15 min read
Driver Hiring
DOT Driver Hiring Requirements: Complete Compliance Guide
Learn the complete DOT driver hiring requirements including background checks, drug testing, MVR checks, and documentation. FMCSA-compliant hiring checklist for motor carriers.
16 min read
DQF Software
Best Driver Qualification File Software 2026: Top 10 DQF Platforms Compared
Compare the best DQF software for trucking companies. In-depth analysis of J.J. Keller, Tenstreet, Samsara, Motive, and more with pricing, features, and recommendations.
18 min read
Founder Story
I've Had My CDL for 10 Years. So I Built the Compliance Software I Actually Needed.
FleetCollect founder Herman Armstrong shares why he built DOT compliance and IFTA software after a decade behind the wheel. Learn how FleetCollect solves the real problems Samsara and Motive ignore.
8 min read
IFTA & Fuel Tax
IFTA Fuel Tax Credits: How Trucking Companies Leave $5,000+ on the Table Every Year
Learn how strategic fueling and IFTA fuel tax credits can save your fleet thousands annually. Discover why most truckers miss these credits and how GPS technology automates optimization.
12 min read
Technology
AI in Trucking: How Artificial Intelligence is Transforming Fleet Management 2026
Complete guide to AI in trucking: how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing fleet management, IFTA reporting, GPS tracking, predictive maintenance, and DOT compliance automation.
14 min read
IFTA Software
Best IFTA Software 2026: Top 10 Solutions Compared
Compare the best IFTA reporting software for trucking companies. In-depth analysis of Motive, Samsara, ExpressIFTA, Geotab, and more with pricing, features, and recommendations.
15 min read
IFTA Guide
How to File IFTA: Complete Step-by-Step Guide for 2026
Learn how to file IFTA quarterly reports step by step. Includes deadlines, required documents, calculation methods, and tips to avoid common mistakes.
12 min read
Free Tool
Free IFTA Calculator: Calculate Your Fuel Tax in Seconds
Use our free IFTA calculator to estimate your quarterly fuel tax liability. Enter your miles and fuel purchases by state, and instantly see what you owe or what credits you're due.
5 min read
CDL Training
CDL Training Programs: What to Expect and How to Choose (2026)
Complete guide to CDL training programs in 2026. Learn what to expect, costs ($3,000-$10,000), timeline (2-8 weeks), and how to choose the right CDL school.
12 min read
Safety & Compliance
CSA Scores Explained: Complete FMCSA Safety Measurement System Guide 2026
Master the FMCSA Safety Measurement System (SMS). Learn how CSA scores work, the 7 BASICs categories, intervention thresholds, DataQs, and proven strategies to improve your safety ratings.
16 min read
DOT Compliance
FMCSA Drug and Alcohol Testing Requirements: Complete 2026 Compliance Guide
Complete guide to FMCSA drug and alcohol testing requirements under 49 CFR Part 382. Learn pre-employment, random, post-accident, and Clearinghouse compliance for commercial drivers.
15 min read
Compliance
Complete Motor Carrier Compliance Calendar for 2026
Every DOT filing deadline you need to know: MCS-150, UCR, IFTA, IRP, and Form 2290. Complete fee schedules, penalties, and step-by-step filing instructions for motor carriers.
15 min read
Compliance
Complete Driver Qualification File Checklist for 2026
Master FMCSA 49 CFR 391.51 requirements with our comprehensive DQF checklist. Learn what documents you need, when they expire, and how to stay audit-ready.
18 min read
Compliance
Complete DOT Medical Card Requirements Guide for 2026
Master FMCSA medical certificate requirements, National Registry verification, DOT physical standards, and expiration tracking to avoid costly violations.
15 min read
Regulations
What is HOS? Complete Hours of Service Rules Guide for 2026
Understand Hours of Service regulations, 11-hour driving limits, 14-hour on-duty rules, rest requirements, and how to avoid costly HOS violations.
12 min read
Compliance
What is an MVR? Complete Motor Vehicle Record Guide for 2026
Understand Motor Vehicle Record requirements, when to pull MVRs, how to read them, annual review compliance, and what violations to watch for.
10 min read
Tools
Free Fuel Tracker for Truckers | Find Cheapest Diesel 2026
Find the cheapest diesel fuel with our free tracker. Real-time truck stop prices by ZIP code, city, or address. Compare 100+ stations instantly and save thousands on fuel costs. No sign-up required.
8 min read
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