SERVICES

The TMTC staff is dedicated to working with you to keep you as a business, or an individual, in compliance with ever changing motor vehicle legislation.  Listed below are services provided at TMTC.  The services are grouped by Motor Carrier Services, Auto Title & License Services, and Fleet Solutions.  If you don't see the service you are looking for here, please feel free to contact us and we will be happy to help you in any way possible. 


MOTOR CARRIER SERVICES 

Motor Carrier Authority Number   A permit, formerly known as I.C.C. Authority (Interstate Commerce Commission), is required for interstate travel to transport freight or passengers for compensation. TMTC assists trucking companies or individuals in obtaining contract and common carrier authority (freight, passenger, and broker) from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA).
     
US DOT Number    Each motor carrier that starts interstate operations must obtain a US DOT number from the FMCSA.  TMTC assists motor carriers with completing and filing the application for this number.
     
BOC-3 (Process Agents)   In order to receive a permit from FMCSA, trucking companies must have process agents in each state.  A process agent is a legal representative who receives court papers on behalf of a trucking company.  TMTC assists trucking companies in obtaining process agents and filing of the BOC-3 with FMCSA.
     
Unified Carrier Registration (UCR)   The UCR Program, which replaced Single State Registration (SSR),  requires all individuals and companies that operate commercial motor vehicles in interstate or international commerce to register their business and pay an annual fee based on the size of the fleet.  TMTC assists with the completion and filing of the UCR  application.
     
Intrastate Authority (TX Dot)   Operation of commercial vehicles exclusively within your base state is considered Intrastate.  Intrastate operation requires compliance with applicable state and local regulations. In Texas, intrastate motor carriers are required to register with Tx Dot.  TMTC assists trucking companies with intrastate compliance within their base state in Texas and other states.
     
IFTA License   Commercial vehicles operating interstate should obtain an IFTA permit and decals through their base state.  All states require vehicles with a gross weight that exceeds 26,000 to pay tax on fuel consumed.  TMTC files for IFTA license and decals in all states.
     
IRP Plate (Apportion)   Carriers operating in two or more states may obtain apportion plates through their base state.  The International Registration Plan (IRP) provides for carriers to pay license fees to each state based on the total distance traveled in all states.
     
KYU Number   A KYU number is a tax license number issued for the Kentucky Weight Distance Tax.  Any carrier with vehicles grossed over 59,999 lbs traveling in Kentucky is subject to this tax.  TMTC aids in filing for the KYU number, as well as filing of the quartery tax reports.
     
NM Tax ID Permit   New Mexico requires motor carriers to pay a per mile tax.  If this tax is not paid at the port of entry, a Tax Identification Permit is required and the per mile tax is paid quarterly. TMTC provides both services of applying for permits and preparation and filing of quarterly tax returns.
     
OR Tax ID Permit   The Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) requires all motor carriers operating vehicles in excess of 26,000 lbs on public roads in Oregon to pay weight distance tax.  The Motor Carrier Transportation Division in Oregon issues a Weight Receipt and Tax Identifier for each vehicle. TMTC provides both services of filing for the weight receipts, and preparing and filing of quarterly or monthly tax returns.
     
IRS Form 2290 - Federal Heavy Vehicle Use Tax   All commercial vehicles with a registered gross weight of 55,000 lbs or more are required to file a return annually and pay the tax to the IRS.  TMTC prepares the Heavy Vehicle Use Tax returns and hand delivers them to the IRS office in Houston.
     
Mileage & Fuel Auditing (Record Management)   All interstate vehicles with apportion registration (IRP) and fuel decals (IFTA) are required by law to maintain mileage documents and fuel receipts.  Trucking companies and individuals can take advantage of our record management service.  Documents are submitted to TMTC on a monthly basis, then we audit them for accuracy and recap them.  We also provide educational materials for your drivers to give them the tools they need to prepare their individual vehicle mileage records completely and accurately.
     

Quarterly IFTA & Mileage Tax Reporting

  Based on the figures from the Record Management service mentioned above, TMTC files quarterly IFTA reports and mileage tax reports.  Oregon mileage reports may also be filed on a monthly basis, depending on the state's requirement for a particular carrier.
     
Representation for IRP, IFTA and Mileage Tax Audits   There are few things worse that having a taxing authority hounding you.  TMTC represents trucking companies on our record management service for all audits relating to the IFTA, IRP, and mileage taxes. 
     
DOT Log Auditing   TMTC can assist trucking companies with their DOT log maintenance and requirements.
     
AR & KS Property Tax Reporting   Trucking companies are required in some cases to file annual property tax reports in the states of Arkansas and Kansas.  TMTC prepares the returns and forwards them to the states.  Property taxes are billed by the states based on the reports filed.
     
Trip & Fuel Permits   TMTC obtains temporary trip and fuel permits for all states, except port of entry states. Temporary permits are required if the carrier does not have the proper IRP and IFTA licenses.  Temporary permits are faxed to trucking companies or their drivers anywhere in the United States.
     
Exempt & private Carrier Filings   TMTC obtains permits for private carriers, transporting their own commodities, or exempt carriers transporting commodities exempt from Federal regulation.
     
Name Changes & Reinstatements    TMTC assists trucking companies and individuals in the trucking industry with name changes and reinstatements of all authority, licenses, and permits.
     
Insurance & Safety Referrals   TMTC provides trucking insurance and safety referrals upon request.
     


AUTO TITLE & LICENSE SERVICES

Temporary Permits   TMTC applies for temporary registration in Texas for individuals and leasing companies.
     
Duplicate Titles   TMTC applies for lost titles in all 48 continental United States.
     
Title Transfers   TMTC transfers titles in all Texas counties and the 48 continental United States. Title transfers in Harris County (Houston) are applied for in person on a daily basis.  All other title transfers are handled by priority or overnight mail.
     
Registration Renewals   Registration renewals for automobiles and commercial vehicles are filed in all states and counties, for individuals and fleets of any size.
     
Replacement Registration & Plates   TMTC obtains replacement registration and plates for all counties in Texas in person on a daily basis, and for all other states by mail or overnight delivery.
     
Texas Title Hearings (Harris County)   In the event you are refused title to a vehicle in Harris County, Texas, TMTC can represent you before the tax assessor collector at a title hearing.  A bonded title is an alternative to a title hearing.
     
Bonded Titles   TMTC applies for bonded titles in all states with a provision for such.  We also assist in procuring vehicle bonds.
     
Mechanics & Storage Liens   TMTC assists in filing applications for mechanic's and storage liens.
     
Boat Title & Registration   TMTC files applications in person with Texas Parks & Wildlife for boat titles & regisration, as well as renewals.
     
Dealers & Leasing Companies Welcome!   Regardless of the size of your fleet, TMTC can accommodate your needs.  Please use the contact link at the left of this page to get in touch with us regarding your fleet.  We are looking forward to hearing from you!
 
     


FLEET SOLUTIONS 

Customized Databases   TMTC has experience in designing databases to handle registration renewals of large fleets.
     
Customized Renewal Process   TMTC works with fleet clients to develop a customized, smooth process of renewing your fleet's registration.
     
Paperless Billing   TMTC uses electronic transmission of fleet data to and from our clients in our paperless billing system.
     
Updated Registrations Mailed to Drivers   TMTC services can be customized to include mailing of vehicle registrations to individual drivers.
     
Bulk Rates Available!   TMTC offers customized services to accommodate all fleet sizes. Contact us for details and pricing!
 
     






Texas Motor Transportation Consultants
12200 Northwest Freeway, Suite 650
Houston, Texas 77092
Telephone: 713-957-4088
Fax: 713-957-4121

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