Broker vs Carrier Licensing
Understanding the difference between brokers and carriers.
What is a Broker?
A broker arranges vehicle shipments but does not physically transport the vehicle.
What is a Carrier?
A carrier owns the truck and physically transports the vehicle.
Licensing Differences
Both require FMCSA registration, but brokers must carry a $75,000 surety bond.
Carriers on your route book 5–7 days out.
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