True that. Got pulled over and the binder was exactly what the DOT officer wanted and officer complimented me on how organized it was.

You are so right. Get extra copies if need . MAKE, you got to have EXTRA COPY have that MED-card.

Excellent advice!! I’ve been carrying a binder like yours for 20 years. Makes a very positive impression with DOT. Great videos man.... 👍👍

Thanks for breaking it all down! This has been a huge help!!! There isn’t a lot of info on exactly what we need to get into the business and this helps a ton!

Great advice for new hotshot driver You always have very detailed information in your videos. Thanks

On point! 🎉Good Job !!!

This was great. I’m still setting up my business so this will definitely help me get on the right footing.

I took notes. Thank you.

Good Video, you forgot the paper log book sheets enough for 7 - 8 days worth also, in case your ELD goes down. So just keep a little paper log book handy and put in the binder. Unless you are using paper logs already and not ELD.

Huge Information here, really appreciate you taking the time to outline the contents of that binder!! Cheers man and safe driving

Thank you very much. This has been super helpful. The lady that handled this left us.

"Love this great video, this is the way it's supposed to be done. I've been driving a Class A truck for under various companies (W2 & 1099) and noticed that DOT often pulls over a lot of hotshot trucks. I've asked a few DOT officers over the years why they do this so much. My guess would be that they're easy inspections, but they've said it's because the carrier is either straight as an arrow or crooked as hell. We're starting our FIRST hotshot job next week and will make sure it can generate good income in my local area/OTR. We might consider buying a hotshot truck or a Class A depending on the demand and income results. I've always kept a binder like this and kept it up to date; it really makes us stand out from the rest of the trucks. Many drivers will just lose the binder or not keep it up to date. In my experience also 100% if the DOT officer see this binder his own demeanor changes in a good way. I would saying being organized would only help your inspections I have had Level 1 go to Level 3 because my truck was new and easy. "Hey man, great videos! I am just now coming across your channel ,great stuff I been checking out your whole channel. I am going to reach out of IG for some advice in my upcoming adventures, if you got some time. Lets get and update video where you are now in your business and life.

this is a very handy video esp for someone like myself who is just starting out

appreciate that loadmizer!! Im getting my book setup now off your content!!

This is the kind of dumb stuff wannabes like me desperately need to know as we investigate joining the trucking world. Thank you. I watch many, many trucking channels and you are the first to cover this in depth.

THANK YOU!!! I have learned so much from you and I am excited to get my hubby up and running!

Priceless information! Beautiful!

Good video and love the beat at the end!

Awesome video man, this was some great advice to someone like me who's just starting with their own authority, i never would've thought about a few of these! Thanks again

Spot on, once again.

I'm also setting up my business, ty for the detail information you provided.

Man its so much stuff u gotta do and have smh , i had my truck and trailer a year now and still haven't gotten it on the road yet trying to get everything i need up and right now im seeing your video and seeing i don't have some of the things i need to have with like Portion tags there goes some more money lol but by the grace of God ill get everything together, but thanks for making this video it really helps out people like me trying to get started and don't know alot God bless you and your thanks.....

I find this fascinating for some reason.

Great info to keep us new guys out of trouble. Thanks!!

Great video!!!!! And YES, you need to have a copy of your Authority Letter.

Have just subbed as I enjoy your videos greatly. So many people post conflicting information. I have no doubt and trust what you say. Thank you for the great content

Did I see lease agreement for my man TOW PIGLET ??? nice 👍

Copious amounts of knowledge here we all need to have! I need to lease on with you!

THANKS FOR BREAKING IT DOWN... 😎💪🏿💪🏿💪🏿💪🏿💪🏿

That’s for sure. Dealing with DOT is just part of the business. But make your meeting as Pleasant as possible. I have have many dealings with DOT over the years. Each time I never had a bad experience. As long as I had my stuff together. But I have gotten tickets. But each time I was in the wrong. I’m a ex police officer. So I know your attitude will make it much better.

Your videos are extremely informative and helpful. Thanks again and I look forward to watching more of them. Thanks again

Well said,kudos to you brother

Thanks for the info. Made my compliance binder today

Very good info. Thanks for taking the time to explain it all.

I also have a negative alcohol & Drugs tests and copy of my current drivers license, results. drive safe

Great video bro. Thanks for the upload

You hand him a binder of all paper work for the vehicle awesome! he hands you a book of summones.

Thank you for sharing. Very informative. Stay safe out there brother.

You pass, good job.

Another good one!

Great Information!!!

Another essential video!! Thank you sir!!

Thanks for the knowledge I appreciate it!!! Super helpful

Great Info!!

Great information as always

Well done video. Thanks for the info.

Thanks, well done!

As always Good information

Awesome video

Great..thanks again..💪💯😎

Awesome another great video, working on stuff now

Great video bro

Good video Sir Very helpful

the authority is good to have. Driver license, ELD , trip inspection current, Cab card represents your permission to enter other states (interstating). its really about taxes. each state gets a little bit of your registration fee dependin on the miles you run in each state. IRP International Registration Program. International Fuel Tax Agreement IFTA settles out when you buy too much fuel in one state or province for the number of miles, and don't buy enough in another state. That gets settled out, usually by the girls in the office once a month. For every truck for every gallon of fuel that crosses state lines.

Good Information Driver

Good stuff thanks 👍

Med card not necessary any more , is link directly to State DOT , if not valid , you licence automatically suspended .Authority in on cloud as well but good to have hard copy .One think you forgot is buckled of logbook in case LED stop working. Great video.

Fantastic content Sir thank you

Thank you for sharing

Thank you for sharing from your experience….very helpful!

Awesome help man

great video thanks!

Hey Sir!! Are you still running? Ken! Oh!✌🏿

Nice video. Will subscribe. Thanks

Thanks again good video

The DOT database collects your CDL data and records the currency of your driver's medical for display to the officer roadside. Not so critical anymore to carry the card. But keep your medical current.

Wow you amazing bro .thanks. God bless

thank you very much for the info !

Just saw you coming out of flying j in Kentucky! Drive safe.

Great info, thanks.

Can you do a video on a BOL step by step

you rock man!

Keep a long form physical also. Current inspection longform trac and trailer. Some of us are not on eld. Old tractor. Paper logs still.

Thank you

If you have a hazmat load, not only do you need the endorsement on your drivers license, you also need proof from your carrier that you completed the appropriate HazMat training.

How soon do u need to get an annual inspection on truck and trailer when u start? And where do u get it done ?

You could be a great broadcaster with your vocal.

Do not forget the current Bill of Ladens for everything on your truck

God Bless!

I like the start-up video, super helpful. Something I've been researching and having a hard time finding any information on would be: How would a new guy whom is required to maintain ELD and IFTA info manage a vehicle and records if his Hotshot truck was also his daily driver? I have read about personal conveyance time etc, however my dually would also be used for hauling RV, for hunting, family trips and what not. How would an individual properly manage records if this was the case and he could not afford a truck dedicated solely to work as well as personal vehicle? Thanks for any input👌

Thank you very much great help

I would call a roll of TP a neccassary item as well

ok. getting my binder today... great info . I know all sounds obvious to you . but thanks for helping us newbies out man !!

I got a CDL set up with 15k axles but my registration card on trailer says 25,900 pounds. My question is how much I’m I legally ok to load on my trailer ? It already weights 10,200 pounds

Tank you!

So I have a class but my buddy and I are trying to get in on this hotshot thing and team drive for the time sensitive loads. But I'm confused do we run paper logs or ELD? I'm assuming it's similar to semi truck otr

Thanks for this dude, where do I go get a dot inspection for my truck ?

I used to drive over the road 20 yrs ago before elb,so my question is as long as your 150 air miles and no future do I have to use elb? 90% of where I will be going will be under 150 miles. I probably won’t break that but a hand full of times a month. My understanding you have 8 days in 30 day you can go over 150 miles and don’t have to run elb. I appreciate any help,thanks.

I know you always have your wallet with, but accidents do happen. So print a enlarged copy of your license front and back. It will save you the one time you lose your wallet or don't get your license back from security, the truck stop, etc.

Also spare fuses, triangles, and fire extinguisher

Medical card is linked with your license in NC now. They don't even ask me for a card anymore.

What kind of dash cam would you recommend?

Is a cab card for big trucks or do we need one for our hotshot dually?

What things DON'T you need if you're non-CDL? Cab Card, IFTA? Do you still have to ELD/log when non-CDL?

Hi does it have to be a binder? Or can I give them a tablet with the photos?

A lease a truck from enterprise it not come with comercial plates, I will have problem ?

Good info brother. How about make a video telling how many hours that you are allowed to run a day and do y’all have to take breaks or lunch breaks and if you do have to take them do they have to be at a certain amount of time from start time for the day. How long after end of day do you have to wait before you can start a new day. Things like that brother. You may have done one but I myself have not found one on. KZfaq

The reason we Don't carry Medical cards anymore is because when you get your physical you take that paperwork to the DMV and it's logged in an tied to your driver license..

What if your truck is registered in Florida but your driver stays in Massachusetts and runs loads in the Northeast?

If I’m doing hotshot will the truck inspection that I get before I renew my registration, or do I need to get the truck and trailer registered together?