Clear Road ComplianceDOT & FMCSA consulting
DOT & FMCSA Compliance Consulting

Keep your fleet compliant, audit-ready, and on the road.

Clear Road Compliance handles the paperwork, the regulations, and the audit prep so you can focus on moving freight. From FMCSA registration to ongoing DOT compliance, we cover the full picture.

6core service areas
100%compliance focus
48hrtypical response time
1point of contact

Three pillars of motor carrier compliance.

Each service area is built to reduce your regulatory risk and keep your authority in good standing.

Clear road markings - compliance means staying on course
100% focused on trucking compliance
Why Clear Road

Compliance is not a side service. It is the only service.

Most trucking consultants split their time between freight brokerage, dispatch, and compliance. We do not. Every resource, every system, and every hour we work is pointed at one thing: keeping your carrier operation legal and your drivers protected.

We work with owner-operators, small fleets, and growing carriers. Whether you are getting your authority for the first time or cleaning up after a compliance review, we know the path through.

  • Audit-ready documentation maintained year-round, not just before an exam
  • FMCSA and DOT filings handled on your behalf, on time
  • Driver qualification files built and maintained to 391 standards
  • Drug and alcohol testing consortium enrollment and management
  • Plain-language answers when you have a regulation question
  • Ongoing support as your fleet grows and rules change
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Our Standard
"A carrier who understands their compliance standing drives with confidence. Our job is to make sure you always know where you stand and what to do next."
Clear Road Compliance

Every service you need to stay compliant.

Six defined service areas covering the full scope of federal motor carrier requirements.

01
DOT Compliance Reviews
Audit Preparation
Full safety management system review against DOT standards. We identify violations, document corrective actions, and prepare your files for a compliance review or safety audit.
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02
FMCSA Registration
Authority & Filings
USDOT and MC number applications, operating authority, BOC-3 designation, UCR registration, and ongoing annual filings. We manage it so nothing lapses.
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03
Driver Qualification
DQ Files & Testing
Complete DQ file setup and maintenance per 49 CFR Part 391. MVR monitoring, medical certificate tracking, drug and alcohol consortium enrollment, and clearinghouse compliance.
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04
Vehicle Maintenance Programs
Inspection & Records
Systematic maintenance program setup, DVIR review processes, annual inspection documentation, and maintenance record retention schedules that satisfy Part 396 requirements.
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05
Ongoing Compliance Management
Retainer Programs
Monthly or quarterly compliance monitoring, regulation update alerts, CSA score tracking, safety performance history management, and on-call support when issues arise.
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06
Consultation & Training
Advisory Services
One-on-one compliance consultations, new-entrant safety program setup, supervisor reasonable suspicion training, and policy and procedure manual development tailored to your operation.
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Get in Touch

Ready to get your operation audit-ready?

Tell us about your fleet, your current compliance standing, and where you need help. We will respond within one business day with a clear path forward.

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About Us

Built for carriers, not corner offices.

Clear Road Compliance exists because trucking compliance is too important to get wrong and too complicated to handle alone. We do this work because we know what is at stake.

The road ahead - Clear Road Compliance
100% trucking compliance, nothing else
Our Story

Compliance expertise built from the ground up in the trucking industry.

Clear Road Compliance was founded by professionals who have spent careers working inside the motor carrier industry. We have seen what happens when carriers try to manage DOT compliance with spreadsheets and guesswork. Violations accumulate. CSA scores climb. Audits catch carriers unprepared.

We built Clear Road to be the resource that every carrier should have on their side: a dedicated compliance partner who knows the regulations, tracks the changes, keeps the files, and answers the phone when something comes up.

We work with single owner-operators getting their authority for the first time, mid-size fleets cleaning up after a compliance review, and established carriers who want an outside expert to verify their program is solid. Every engagement starts with understanding your specific operation.

01
Specificity

Generic compliance checklists miss the details that actually matter. Every carrier is different.

02
Proactive, not reactive

We flag issues before they become violations, not after the roadside inspection report arrives.

03
Plain language

Regulations are dense. Our job is to translate them into clear action steps for your team.

04
Accountability

When we manage your compliance program, we own the outcome. Not you.

What Drives Us
"Every carrier deserves to know exactly where they stand with the DOT. That certainty should not require a law degree or a full-time compliance staff. That is why we exist."
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Ready to work with us?

Start with a free 30-minute consultation. No commitment, no sales pressure. Just a direct conversation about your compliance situation.

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Services

Six service areas. One compliance partner.

From your first USDOT number to an ongoing compliance management program, Clear Road Compliance covers every stage of your carrier operation.

Full-scope compliance services for motor carriers.

Every service is tailored to your fleet size, operation type, and current compliance standing.

01 · Audit Preparation
DOT Compliance Reviews
New Entrant & Standard Audits
We conduct a full pre-audit review of your safety management systems, driver records, vehicle files, and operational documents. We identify violations, assign severity ratings, and provide a step-by-step corrective action plan. When the FMCSA examiner arrives, you are ready.
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02 · Authority & Filings
FMCSA Registration
Operating Authority & Annual Filings
Complete USDOT and MC number applications, operating authority requests (property, passenger, HHG, or broker), BOC-3 process agent designation, UCR registration, and MCS-150 updates. We track your filing calendar so nothing lapses and your authority stays active.
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03 · DQ Files & Testing
Driver Qualification
Part 391 Compliance
Initial DQ file setup and ongoing maintenance per 49 CFR Part 391. Includes application review, MVR ordering and monitoring, medical certificate tracking, annual review documentation, drug and alcohol testing consortium enrollment, and FMCSA Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse compliance.
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04 · Inspection & Records
Vehicle Maintenance Programs
Part 396 Compliance
Systematic preventive maintenance schedule development, driver vehicle inspection report (DVIR) process setup, annual inspection documentation management, and maintenance record retention systems. Designed to satisfy Part 396 and hold up in a compliance review.
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05 · Retainer Programs
Ongoing Compliance Management
Monthly & Quarterly Programs
Dedicated compliance oversight on a monthly or quarterly retainer. Includes CSA score monitoring, DataQs challenge management, regulation change alerts, file audits, driver record reviews, and on-call support for compliance questions as they arise throughout the year.
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06 · Advisory Services
Consultation & Training
One-on-One & Group Sessions
New-entrant safety program setup and orientation, supervisor reasonable suspicion training (DOT-compliant), policy and procedure manual development, and one-on-one consultations for carriers navigating enforcement actions, consent orders, or operations reviews.
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Not sure which service fits your situation?

Start with a free 30-minute consultation. We will review your current compliance standing and recommend a clear path forward. No obligation.

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Resources & Digital Products

Compliance tools you can use today.

Guides, checklists, and templates built for motor carriers. Practical resources that help you understand your obligations and keep your files in order.

Free guides and premium tools.

Everything here is written for carriers and owner-operators, not lawyers.

Free Guide
New Carrier Compliance Checklist
The 23-point checklist every new motor carrier must complete in the first 18 months of operation. Covers USDOT registration, operating authority, insurance filings, driver files, vehicle records, and the new entrant safety audit requirements.
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Free Guide
Understanding Your CSA Score
A plain-language breakdown of the seven BASIC categories, how violations are weighted, what percentile thresholds trigger FMCSA attention, and three specific steps to take if your score is climbing in any category.
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Free Guide
What to Expect in a DOT Audit
A step-by-step walkthrough of the compliance review process: what the examiner requests, what they score, common violations that generate conditional ratings, and how to respond if you receive a notice of violation after the review.
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Digital Product
Driver Qualification File Template Pack
$49 one-time
Complete DQ file template set aligned to 49 CFR Part 391. Includes employment application, road test form, annual review checklist, annual inquiry letter, MVR request form, and a file setup instruction guide for your HR or safety staff.
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Digital Product
Preventive Maintenance Schedule Builder
$39 one-time
A structured spreadsheet system to build out a Part 396-compliant preventive maintenance schedule for your fleet. Includes vehicle record sheets, inspection interval calculator, and a vendor and repair documentation log.
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Digital Product
Safety Policy Manual Template
$79 one-time
A fully editable carrier safety policy and procedure manual template. Covers drug and alcohol policy, hours of service policy, accident review procedures, vehicle inspection policy, and cargo securement procedures. Formatted and ready to put your company name on.
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More digital products are in development.

We are building a full library of compliance templates, training guides, and audit prep tools. Leave your email and we will notify you when new resources launch.

Contact

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Free 30-minute compliance consultation.

Tell us about your operation and we will spend 30 minutes reviewing your compliance standing, identifying your biggest risks, and mapping the next steps. No charge, no commitment.

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What to expect
  • 30-minute phone or video call
  • Review of your current compliance standing
  • Identification of your top risk areas
  • Clear next steps with no sales pressure
No hidden costs

The initial consultation is completely free. If you want to continue working with us after the call, we will send a proposal. Zero obligation to proceed.