FREE DOT CHECKER
Is My Fleet DOT Regulated?
Answer a few quick questions about your vehicles and where they go. You’ll see whether federal or Georgia DOT rules likely apply, the regulation behind the answer, and the records that usually come with it. Free, with no sign-up.
THE KEY FACT
The rules follow the vehicle, not the industry. Any vehicle or combination rated at 10,001 pounds or more and used for business can be a commercial motor vehicle.
Source: eCFR, 49 CFR 390.5
WHAT YOUR PFM TEAM HANDLES
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- Your free assessment confirms the answer for your fleet, truck by truck
- It names the regulation behind every gap it finds
- You get a 12-page report to keep, whether or not you work with us
Common questions
Does a pickup with a trailer count?It can. The 10,001-pound line uses the combined weight rating when a truck tows a trailer.
Do the rules apply if my trucks never leave the state?Usually, yes. Most states, including Georgia, apply the same safety rules to in-state trucks. CDL drug and alcohol testing applies in every state.
Does the checker save my information?Only your answers, to improve the checker. It never asks for or saves names, emails or phone numbers.
This page explains the rules in general. It isn’t legal advice, and exemptions depend on the details of your operation.
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