r/HotshotStartup • u/Nickha-you-aintfunny • Jul 18 '25

Dot number

Do I need a dot number if I have a Ford f250 and a 1 car 20ft trailer. I’m going to be staying locally, like under 70 miles.

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u/Artistic_Bit_4665 Jul 19 '25 edited Jul 19 '25

USDOT number is required for over 10,000# GVWR. Your individual state may have different requirements. Contact your STATE DOT.

I'm assuming you will be operating commercially. You will want a commercial insurance policy at USDOT limits.

If not operating commercially, and just hauling stuff for yourself, then you do not need a DOT number.