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The latest USDOT inspection, on the road, and highway safety news.
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Jan
Jan
DOT Mobile Express can handle all your ANNUAL DOT INSPECTION needs. Our on-site Mobile Inspection Service reduces necessary unit downtime and labor cost as we offer service at your location, Weekdays, Weekends, and Evenings. DOT Mobile Express also provides standard vehicle inspections for customers operating non-USDOT tagged vehicle, but want their company’s vehicles to follow […]
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Dec
Dec
I just love talking up a true craftsmen, especially when they reside right here in the Treasure Valley. John Fallis is a horseman as well as a saddle maker, and we all know how important it is to ride a well crafted and let’s not forget a “comfortable” saddle. John made his first saddle when […]
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Dec
Dec
Avoid Company Vehicle liability Issues A company vehicle in many cases is vital to support the service one offers. It is as well an ideal platform to showcase your company brand and services offered through vehicle signage. This advantage is negated if your vehicle gets in an accident or breaks down and sits on the […]
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Oct
Oct
Effective June 2025, require medical examiners to electronically submit commercial drivers’ medical exam results directly to the FMCSA and the state licensing agencies. This means drivers won’t need to carry a paper medical card after the 15-day post-exam period. To ensure a successful DOT physical, it’s important to maintain a healthy lifestyle, monitor health metrics, […]
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Sep
Sep
What is a USDOT Number? What is a USDOT Number? It is a unique identifier used by the US Department of Transportation (DOT) to monitor safety practices and controls of companies or independent owner-operators. Who needs a USDOT Number? Companies that operate (CMVs) that transport cargo or passengers across state lines (interstate commerce) must have […]
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Aug
Aug
I recently had the opportunity to attend a roadshow open house at the Commercial Tire Fleet Center and Bandag Retread Plant in Boise. Commercial Tire has teamed with industry retread leader Bandage and the event was geared to showcase the Bandag latest technology in retreading at the Commercial Tire Fleet Center / Bandag retread plant […]
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Jul
Jul
DOT Reflective Tape Requirements Stay in compliance and avoid any issues As of January 2026, the FMCSA requires certain commercial trailers to have reflective tape for improved visibility. This includes using DOT-C2 compliant tape in alternating red and white stripes, each stripe six inches long and two inches wide, covering at least half of each […]
DOT Mobile Express has teamed with Anywhere Auto Repair LLC to offer Mobile Vehicle Maintenance Service. Services offered range from lube, General Maintenance to Heavy Duty Diesel Repair with all work performed by an ASE Certified Master Mechanic. Richard Van Dyke with DOT Mobile Express told us “with DME being a mobile service, teaming with […]
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May
May
Getting ready for your Inspection Whether a USDOT Annual, BIT90-day, or other state-required vehicle inspection, make it a policy to conduct the required regular Inspections on the vehicle, and address any issues when they come up, you are likely ready for your DOT Annual or State Inspection. I would add, avoid any unneeded required repair […]