About Lance
Lance Lansdown works with Truck Comply USA's compliance-focused team to create clear, practical resources for commercial motor vehicle operators and trucking business owners. Through his role in marketing and IT, Lance helps manage Truck Comply USA's online content strategy, website experience, internal systems, and customer-facing resources. His focus is on turning technical trucking compliance topics into content that is organized, accurate, and easier for drivers, owner-operators, and fleet managers to use.
Lance's content work covers topics such as USDOT registration, operating authority, BOC-3 filing, UCR registration, IFTA and IRP requirements, HVUT Form 2290, driver qualification files, safety compliance, and state-specific trucking requirements.
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Articles by Lance (159)
Hazmat Transportation: Requirements, Regulations & Compliance Guide
Read time: 11 minutes Last Updated: June 08, 2026 Hazmat transportation is the movement of hazardous materials by commercial vehicles, rail, air, or vessel under strict federal safety regulations....
Jun 8, 2026
FMCSA Revoked 12 ELDs: What Carriers Need to Know
Read time: 5 minutes The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has removed 12 additional electronic logging devices from its list of registered ELDs, continuing the agency’s aggressive...
May 22, 2026
FMCSA Grants $217M for CDL Enforcement and Trucking Safety
Read time: 5 minutes The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) announced a new $217 million funding package aimed at improving trucking safety, modernizing CDL systems, expanding...
May 21, 2026
What is a Driver Qualification File and Do I Need One?
Read time: 6 minutes Driver qualification files are required records for businesses that operate commercial motor vehicles. These files show whether drivers are legally qualified to operate a...
May 19, 2026
Understanding the International Fuel Tax Agreement (IFTA)
Read time: 7 minutes Last Updated: June 2, 2026 What Is IFTA? The International Fuel Tax Agreement (IFTA) is a cooperative agreement between most U.S. states and Canadian provinces that simplifies...
May 19, 2026
List of International Fuel Tax Agreement (IFTA) Websites
Whether you're new to the trucking industry or have been around for a while, it's important to know about the International Fuel Tax Agreement (IFTA). If your company employs CDL-required commercial...
May 18, 2026
DOT Violation Fine Increases (2026 Update)
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has increased the fine amount for DOT violations to reflect inflation. On December 30th, 2024, the FMCSA published a Final Rule...
May 14, 2026
How Do Owner-Operators Find Loads?
Finding loads is one of the most important parts of running a successful owner-operator trucking business. When you first start your company, finding consistent freight can feel difficult. New...
May 14, 2026
FMCSA Revokes More ELDs as Enforcement Efforts Continue
Read time: 3 minutes The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has removed three more electronic logging devices (ELDs) from its list of registered devices, continuing a broader...
May 11, 2026
FMCSA-Revoked ELDs and Compliance Risks Guide
Read time: 9 minutes Last Updated: May 2026 FMCSA-revoked ELDs have become a growing concern for truck drivers, owner-operators, and motor carriers across the trucking industry. The FMCSA has...
May 11, 2026
Electronic Logging Device (ELD) Use and Regulations
Read time: 5 minutes Electronic Logging Devices, or ELDs, help record driving hours for commercial motor vehicle operators. These systems connect directly to the commercial vehicle’s engine and...
May 11, 2026
FMCSA Proposes UCR Fee Increase for 2027
Read time: 4 minutes The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is proposing an increase to Unified Carrier Registration (UCR) fees beginning in 2027, with an average increase of about...
May 4, 2026
MOTUS DOT Registration System Explained
Read time: 7 minutes The FMCSA is rolling out a new registration platform called MOTUS. For interstate motor carriers, CDL operations, brokers, and freight forwarders, this system changes how...
May 1, 2026
FMCSA Advances Truck Driver Schedule Crash Risk Study
Read time: 5 minutes The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, FMCSA, is moving ahead with a new study focused on how truck driver schedules may affect crash risk. The research will look at...
Apr 28, 2026
Electronic Pull Notice (EPN) Program Guide for California Trucking
Read time: 7 minutes The Electronic Pull Notice (EPN) program, also known as the Employer Pull Notice program, is a California compliance system that allows an employer to monitor driver records...
Apr 28, 2026
What is a BOC-3 and Do I Need One?
Read time: 6 minutes If you’re starting a trucking business or applying for a motor carrier authority, you’ve likely seen the term BOC-3 during the FMCSA application process. This filing is...
Apr 28, 2026
Hot Shot Trucking: How to Get Started
Read time: 9 minutes Hot shot trucking is one of the fastest-growing niches in the trucking industry. It gives owner operators a way to haul time-sensitive freight without the cost of running full...
Apr 22, 2026
2026 CVSA Roadcheck, What Drivers Need to Know
Read time: 4 minutes The 2026 CVSA International Roadcheck is scheduled for May 12 through May 14. During this 72-hour enforcement period, commercial motor vehicle drivers across the United States,...
Apr 9, 2026
Understanding IRP (The International Registration Plan)
Read Time: 7 minutes Starting your own trucking company can feel overwhelming, especially when it comes to handling all the registration and licensing requirements. One of the more confusing...
Apr 6, 2026
DOT Reinstatement Guide: Reactivate Your USDOT & MC Authority
Read time: 8 minutes DOT reinstatement is required when your USDOT number or operating authority becomes inactive, suspended, or revoked. Without completing the reinstatement process, your business...
Mar 30, 2026
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