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The Road Less Traveled: Your Guide to In...

If you’ve ever thought about hitting the open road in your own big rig, making your own rules, then you’re in the right place. Let’s talk about what it really means to be an independent truck driver and how you can make this dream a reality. Spoiler alert: It’s not just about driving—it’s about crafting […]

Getting Your Trucking Authority – 9 Must

Turnkey Authority how to get your own authority

The trucking industry plays a vital role in our economy. The domestic US trucking industry employs millions of drivers across the country and is constantly growing. If you’re thinking of starting your own trucking company, you’ll need to obtain your own trucking authority. Don’t worry, I’m here to break down the nine things you need […]

Get Your UCR – 9 Things To Know

Get Your UCR – 9 Things To Know

Are you needing your UCR to ensure you are compliant on the road? Don’t wait around because unregistered motor carriers that cross state lines without the UCR on file could face fines or getting pulled off the road. What is this UCR Program? UCR is the Unified Carrier Registration program for registering the operators of […]

WHAT TO LOOK FORWARD TO….

Starting January 14th, the FMCSA will be flipping the switch on their new online system.  This means you can say goodbye to your Motor Carrier Number, as FMCSA will only be using the U.S. DOT number as your identifier.  If you own a trucking company you have probably been hearing about the Unified Registration System […]

Factoring in the factoring

GEORGE & WENDY SHOW Wendy Parker Factoring in the factoring GEORGE & WENDY SHOW Wendy Parker|June 16, 2016 Let’s talk about getting paid. Dollah dollah bill, y’all! What happens when you’re done with the job and can’t collect on the pay? It’s something I never really considered, until we jumped into this authority thing and […]

It’s as easy as 1, 2, 3 …18, 19, 20?

GEORGE & WENDY SHOW Wendy Parker It’s as easy as 1, 2, 3 …18, 19, 20? GEORGE & WENDY SHOW Wendy Parker|July 08, 2016 I’m a list maker. I make endless lists of things, especially during these past couple of months with the business transition and truck restoration. I make lists because I have a […]

Start Trucking: Being Your Own Boss

Start Trucking: Being Your Own Boss

There is something patriotic to me about starting your own business.  At TurnKey Authority, we get to meet people who are no longer going to drive for someone else but be their own boss and that’s exciting.  They know the business, they know how it should be done, and they are going to take a […]

10 Steps to Get Your Trucking Authority

Whether you are a seasoned driver or a rookie, here are the steps that you will need to take to get on the road with your own operating authority. Sharpen your pencils, stock up on black pens, and flex your typing fingers, you are about to be faced with a mountain of paperwork.   1. […]

5 Quick Tips To Start Your Own Trucking ...

5 Quick Tips To Start Your Own Trucking Company

Are you ready to get out on your own?  Is it time to start making more money for the work you’re doing?  Getting your trucking company started can seem daunting but it can be accomplished in a minimal amount of time by utilizing a company like TurnKey Authority. The Starting Point You’ll want to know […]