Webinar On-Demand: How to Start a Trucking Company (Part 2: Insurance)
Insurance is one of the biggest hurdles for new trucking companies. Without the right coverage, your authority cannot go active, and without proper planning, premiums can reduce your profits before you even book your first load. In part two of our Trucking 101 live session, Alexandra Figueras, Director of CDL Defense at Simplex Group, explained […]
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FAQs: Trucking Insurance for New Carriers
On September 25, Simplex Group hosted part two of the Trucking 101 series. Alexandra Figueras, Director of CDL Defense, explained everything a new carrier needs to know about trucking insurance requirements, costs, and compliance. Here are the most common questions from the session and the answers you need to understand insurance when starting your trucking […]
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Emergency FMCSA Rule Restricts Non-Domiciled CDLs: What Carriers & Drivers Must Know | Sept 2025
The U.S. Department of Transportation, through the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), has issued an emergency rule that immediately restricts eligibility for non-domiciled Commercial Learner’s Permits (CLPs) and Commercial Driver’s Licenses (CDLs). Moving forward, only the following non-citizens will be eligible for a non-domiciled CDL: States must now revoke and reissue licenses that were […]
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FAQs: Amazon Relay Compliance (2025 Guide for New Carriers)
Here are the most common questions carriers asked about joining and staying compliant with Amazon Relay. If you’re considering hauling with Amazon, this guide explains the Amazon Relay requirements, insurance, compliance thresholds, and performance expectations. 1. What is Amazon Relay and how does it work? Amazon Relay is a load board and carrier program that […]
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Webinar On-Demand: Amazon Relay Unlocked – Compliance Secures Your Loads & Cashflow
On September 11, 2025, Simplex Group hosted an exclusive webinar, Amazon Relay Unlocked: Compliance Secures Your Loads & Cashflow. The session explored how trucking companies can leverage DOT compliance to qualify for Amazon Relay, protect their cashflow, and secure long-term business growth. Why Compliance Matters More Than Ever Compliance is no longer just a checklist, […]
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Florida Turnpike Accident Sparks New Compliance Challenges for Non-Domicile Truck Drivers
The tragic accident on the Florida Turnpike on August 12, 2025 has prompted state and federal authorities to reassess compliance procedures for non-domicile truck drivers. While official guidelines are still being finalized, carriers must act now to prepare their drivers and protect their operations. What’s Changing for Non-Domicile Drivers? Following the accident, the Florida Department […]
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Webinar On-Demand: How To Start A Trucking Company (Part 1)
Owning your own trucking business is a huge step, and it can be life changing. But here’s the truth: it’s not just about driving anymore. You’re now in charge of the money, the paperwork, and the risks. In the first part of our Trucking 101 series, Alexandra Figueras, Director of CDL Defense at Simplex Group, […]
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FAQs: How To Start A Trucking Company (2025 Guide for New Carriers)
Missed the live session? Here are the most common questions new carriers ask — with answers from Alexandra Figueras and the Simplex Group team. If you’re looking for guidance on trucking authority packages, permits for trucking company setup, insurance costs, and compliance, this guide has you covered. 1. What are the risks of starting a […]
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FAQs: FMCSA Compliance Overhaul 2025
Couldn’t make it live? Explore all the questions we answered during the webinar—along with a few bonus ones we couldn’t get to. 1. What are the biggest changes to CSA scores in 2025? In 2025, the FMCSA overhauled its CSA scoring system by replacing the seven BASIC categories with simplified Compliance Categories, consolidating violations into […]
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Webinar On-Demand: FMCSA Compliance Overhaul 2025
The FMCSA has just implemented the most significant compliance update in years. From how CSA scores are calculated to how medical cards are verified, it can seem like almost everything is changing. If you’re not ready, you’re already falling behind. Here’s what every motor carrier, fleet operator, and CDL driver needs to know to stay […]
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