Trucking

Dirt Legal's Guide to EPA Diesel Emissions Requirements

Dirt Legal's Guide to EPA Diesel Emissions Requirements

For decades, the EPA has shaped emissions standards to tackle the pollution created by diesel engines, which power everything from trucks to construction equipment. This article delves into the evolution of Tier 1 through Tier 4 standards, the Energy Policy Act's initiatives, and state-specific regulations like California’s CARB standards. Discover how to meet compliance, whether through retrofitting, cleaner technology, or alternative registration options like Montana LLCs, to help diesel vehicle owners work within these regulations while considering their impact on air quality and public health.

What Do You Need to Get Into Hot Shot Trucking?

What Do You Need to Get Into Hot Shot Trucking?

Hot Shot trucking is taking over the time-sensitive and smaller load segments of the trucking industry. And why not? You can start a business with a commercial-grade full-size pickup and a flatbed trailer. Not so fast, though: it's not quite that easy. Find out what it takes, and how Dirt Legal can save you a bundle in taxes.