Never Miss a Trucking Compliance Deadline Again

Running a trucking business means tracking a dozen different compliance deadlines — UCR, IFTA, IRP, insurance, CDL, medical card, MCS-150, BOC-3, drug testing, annual inspections — all with different frequencies and different due dates. According to FMCSA, over 11,000 carriers had their authority revoked in 2024 due to compliance failures, many of which were simply missed deadlines. A single missed insurance renewal can shut down your entire operation overnight. TRU LOAD’s smart compliance calendar tracks everything with 60/30/7/1 day alerts so you never get caught off guard.

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11,000+
Authorities revoked in 2024
12+
Compliance items to track
4 alerts
Per deadline (60/30/7/1 days)

12 Critical Compliance Deadlines TRU LOAD Tracks

IFTA Quarterly Filing

QuarterlyApr 30, Jul 31, Oct 31, Jan 31

Penalty: $50-$500/jurisdiction + interest

UCR Registration

AnnualOct 1 - Dec 31

Penalty: $100-$500 fine + suspension

IRP Registration Renewal

AnnualVaries by base state

Penalty: Cannot operate legally

CDL Renewal

Every 4-8 yearsVaries by state

Penalty: Cannot drive commercially

DOT Medical Card

Every 2 yearsBased on exam date

Penalty: CDL downgraded immediately

Insurance Renewal

AnnualPolicy expiration date

Penalty: Authority revoked

BOC-3 Process Agent

As neededMust be current

Penalty: Authority revoked

MCS-150 Update

BiennialBased on USDOT number

Penalty: $1,000-$10,000 fine

Drug & Alcohol Testing

Random + annualYear-round

Penalty: CDL revoked + fines

Annual Vehicle Inspection

Annual12 months from last inspection

Penalty: OOS violation + fines

Fire Extinguisher Inspection

Annual12 months from last check

Penalty: OOS violation at roadside

HazMat Endorsement Renewal

Every 5 yearsBased on issue date

Penalty: Cannot haul hazmat

How TRU LOAD Solves This

1

Auto-Populated From Your Authority

Enter your MC or DOT number during setup. TRU LOAD pulls your authority data from FMCSA SAFER and auto-populates known compliance items including UCR status, insurance on file, and MCS-150 due date.

2

Smart Alert Sequence

Every deadline gets 4 alerts: 60 days (plan ahead), 30 days (take action), 7 days (urgent), and 1 day (final warning). Alerts come via push notification, SMS, and email. Critical items also trigger voice reminders.

3

One Dashboard, All Deadlines

See every upcoming deadline on a single calendar view. Color-coded: green (60+ days), yellow (30-60 days), orange (7-30 days), red (under 7 days). Never wonder what is coming up next.

4

Action Links for Each Item

Each alert includes a direct link to take action — file IFTA, renew UCR, schedule medical exam. TRU LOAD walks you through the steps so you know exactly what to do and where to do it.

Compliance Dashboard Preview

IFTA Q1 Filing
Due in 2 days — Apr 1, 2026
URGENT
DOT Medical Card
Expires in 18 days — Apr 17, 2026
SOON
Insurance Renewal
Renews in 45 days — May 14, 2026
PLAN
CDL Renewal
Expires in 287 days — Jan 11, 2027
OK
Included in Starter at $49/month

Every Deadline Tracked. Every Alert Sent.

Compliance calendar is included in every paid plan. Free plan tracks 3 items. Starter ($49/mo) tracks unlimited items with push + SMS alerts. Pro ($99/mo) adds fleet-wide compliance management.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does TRU LOAD know my compliance deadlines?+

During onboarding, TRU LOAD pulls your authority information from FMCSA's SAFER database using your MC or DOT number. It also asks you to input key dates like insurance renewal, CDL expiration, and medical card expiration. From there, it calculates all deadlines and sets up automatic alerts.

What type of alerts do I receive?+

TRU LOAD sends alerts at 60, 30, 7, and 1 day(s) before each deadline via push notification, SMS, and email. You can customize which channels you receive and adjust the alert timing. Critical deadlines (insurance, CDL) also trigger voice reminders through the TRU LOAD app.

Can I add custom compliance items?+

Yes. Beyond the standard trucking compliance items, you can add custom deadlines for things like trailer registrations, permits, lease agreements, or any recurring date you need to track. Each custom item gets the same 60/30/7/1 day alert sequence.

Does it work for fleets with multiple drivers and vehicles?+

Yes. Fleet managers on the Pro ($99/mo) and Business ($149/mo) plans can track compliance for all drivers and vehicles in their fleet from a single dashboard. Each driver and vehicle has its own compliance profile with independent alert schedules.

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One Missed Deadline Can Shut You Down

TRU LOAD tracks every compliance deadline with 60/30/7/1 day alerts. Auto-populated from your authority data. Push, SMS, and email notifications. Never get caught off guard.

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