Are you going to be your own business? And solicit freight from a direct shipper and/or a freight broker? Are you going to transport freight across state lines?
If any of the above are a Yes! Then yes you need a DOT and MC number and if you go to the FMCSA website they will walk you through the process for $300.00
If you plan on becoming an owner operator leased under someone else’s company/authority than no you’re fine.
If you’re under the 10,000lbs. You are not subject to ELD, paper logs or HOS rules/regulations.
Good luck in your future endeavors.
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