How can I get my MC number?
If you want to be an independent trucker, presumably you’re already an experienced truck triver in somebody else’s rig. If you believe you’ve got a client or two who can keep you busy hauling their freight, then it’s time to start shopping for equipment and getting insurance. Getting your MC Number from the FMCSA (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration) is pretty easy, actually. You can do it yourself, but it may take a few weeks of mailing paperwork back and forth. For only a small fee, there are a few companies on the internet that will take your info and get your MC number issued in just a couple days.