DOT Compliance & Motor Carrier Authority Services
TIPS is a DOT compliance company that gets owner-operators, for-hire fleets, and private-property carriers on the road and keeps them there. From new trucking start-ups to companies who've been in business for years, we can help.
Everything you need to run legal.
From your first filing to your audit and every renewal after, we handle it for trucking companies, construction fleets, and anyone else running commercial trucks.
DOT, MC, BOC-3, and every filing you need to pass your safety audit, in one package, with lifetime compliance support.
LLC filings and EIN applications for those still at square one. We file directly with your state and the IRS.
Form my companyUSDOT numbers, MC authority applications, BOC-3 process agent filings, and more. We handle all of the paperwork.
Get my DOT & MCDriver files, drug testing, biennial updates, IFTA & IRP. We keep it current so you never pay for a missed deadline.
Get compliantWe'll help you pass your New Entrant Safety Audit. If you already failed, we'll make sure your Corrective Action Plan (CAP) gets approved ASAP.
Get audit helpUse our TIPS Tools dashboard to manage your fleet's compliance. Add drivers & equipment, track deadlines, calculate your cost-per-mile and more. 14-day free trial, no payment details required.
Start my free trialNot sure what you need? Call us. We'll tell you what applies and how we can help, free of charge.
(208) 278-6722What happens after you call.
You make one call. We do the rest and stay on it.
- Step 1
Talk to an expert at TIPS
Tell us a bit about your business; what vehicles you run, where you drive, and what you carry. We'll tell you what applies and what order it needs to be done in.
- Step 2
We handle the paperwork
Whether it's a DOT & MC number, state permits, drug & alcohol testing, and everything else the DOT expects of you; we handle the hard part and make sure it's done right.
- Step 3
You get confirmation it's done
We'll send you confirmations as each step is complete, with any documents you'll need to keep in the truck or pass your audit. You'll be informed of any steps you need to take from there.
- Step 4
We keep you operating legally
Renewals, updates, deadlines, and rule changes - we track all of it. Anytime you have questions or concerns, call your TIPS agent and get answers without paying a dime in consulting fees.
What carriers say after working with us.
Bailey and Samantha took care of our DOT interstate and motor carrier authority applications and saved us a lot of hassle. I attempted to do this myself and ended up applying for a second DOT number by accident. Thanks for your help!
Steve B.Google review, new authority setupThe best customer service ever. If you are new to the trucking world like me and need a company to help set up all the required items, they are the team. Call backs and follow up are no issue, and you get free lifetime questions.
Robert P.Facebook review, new box truck carrierTIPS is an amazing group. They take care of you and your company. Super friendly and very fast. Prices are right for the great work!
Nate S.Google reviewTotal Insight Professional Services has been an excellent partner for our business, helping us stay on top of all our transportation compliance needs. Samantha is sharp, knowledgeable, and dedicated, always following up and following through.
Syracuse Trailer DepotGoogle review, ongoing complianceSamantha has been amazing to work with me. Responsive, professional, and she goes beyond the required to help me out in the process. Great partner to work with. Thanks again for all your help and support!
Doug MoodyGoogle reviewI absolutely love working with this company and its people. They are so helpful and respectful with a quick response time. Recommend 10 out of 10 times.
Rodger PippenGoogle reviewCompliance veterans who put carriers first.
Total Insight Professional Services (TIPS) is a DOT compliance company based in Boise, Idaho, serving carriers nationwide.
Founded by DOT compliance experts Samantha Vickery and Bailey Hoak, TIPS has helped thousands of companies get their USDOT numbers, get into compliance with state & federal regulations, pass their audits, and avoid bad safety scores. With over 20 years of combined experience, we make it easy for owner-operators, for-hire fleets, and private-property carriers to get their trucks on the road and keep them there.
In October 2026, BBB named TIPS the 2026 Spark Awards winner for Idaho.
Read our story on CDLLife- ExpertservicePros with over a decade in the industry who know exactly what auditors look for.
- CompletecomplianceAll of your compliance managed in one place, with deadlines tracked for you.
- One-on-onesupportYou work with a dedicated TIPS agent from day one, who's there when you need them.
- HonestpricingYou know what you're paying up front, at a fraction of the cost of the other guys.
Questions carriers ask us most
Do I need a DOT number?+
What's the difference between a DOT number and an MC number?+
How do I start a trucking company?+
What is DOT compliance?+
What is the New Entrant Safety Audit?+
Have a different question? Read the full compliance FAQ or call us.
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Tell us a bit about what you do, and we'll tell you exactly what's required and how we'll handle it. Take 10 minutes of your time to get the peace of mind you need.