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How UCR Fees Are Calculated by Fleet Size

The Unified Carrier Registration (UCR) Program uses a fleet-size-based fee structure to determine how much a company must pay each year. The more commercial motor vehicles a business operates, the higher the UCR fee.

Jan. 3, 2026, 3 p.m.

UCR Requirements for Owner-Operators

If you’re a single-truck owner-operator hauling freight across state lines, you’re likely required to comply with the Unified Carrier Registration (UCR) program. This federal requirement impacts your legal ability to operate in interstate commerce and avoid costly fines. In this guide, we break down UCR requirements, fees, deadlines, and easy steps to stay compliant.

Jan. 2, 2026, 5:11 p.m.

UCR Registration Requirements for Oregon-Based Motor Carriers

The Unified Carrier Registration (UCR) is a federally coordinated program that requires most motor carriers, freight forwarders, and brokers operating in interstate commerce to register annually and pay a fee based on fleet size. The funds support state enforcement and safety programs across the U.S.

Jan. 1, 2026, 3:05 p.m.

UCR Registration Requirements for Washington-Based Carriers

The Unified Carrier Registration (UCR) Program is a federally mandated registration and fee system that Washington participates in, administered locally by the Washington Utilities & Transportation Commission (UTC). Carriers base-state registration allows them to operate across all participating states under one annual fee.

Dec. 30, 2025, 6:28 p.m.

What Is Unified Carrier Registration (UCR) and How It Works in Kentucky

Unified Carrier Registration (UCR) is a federal program that requires certain motor carriers, brokers, freight forwarders, and leasing companies to register annually and pay a fee based on fleet size. Kentucky participates fully in the UCR program and enforces its requirements on carriers operating within and through the state.

Dec. 29, 2025, 5:52 p.m.

How UCR Applies to Interstate Commerce

Interstate commerce means transportation of goods or passengers across state lines, or transportation within one state that is part of an interstate movement.

Dec. 28, 2025, 11:13 a.m.

UCR Requirements for Interstate Carriers Based in New York

If you operate a trucking or commercial motor carrier business from New York and run interstate routes (across state lines), you are subject to the Unified Carrier Registration (UCR) Program — a federally mandated, state-administered compliance and fee requirement.

Dec. 27, 2025, 11:21 a.m.

UCR Requirements for Oregon-Based Motor Carriers

Unified Carrier Registration (UCR) is a federally mandated system that requires carriers engaged in interstate commerce to register annually and pay fees based on their number of commercial vehicles. Even though Oregon is not a base state that collects UCR fees, Oregon-based carriers must still comply with UCR requirements if they operate across state lines.

Dec. 25, 2025, 3:56 p.m.

What Is Unified Carrier Registration UCR and How It Works in Washington

Unified Carrier Registration (UCR) is a federally required registration program for certain transportation companies operating in interstate commerce. If your trucking business is based in Washington State or runs loads across state lines through Washington, UCR compliance is mandatory. This guide explains what UCR is, who must register, how it works in Washington, and why it matters.

Dec. 24, 2025, 5:22 p.m.