2026 Trucking Compliance Calendar

Never miss a deadline! Here are all the important 2026 compliance dates every motor carrier needs to know.

Q1 (January - March)

• January 31 - IFTA Q4 2025 filing deadline
• January 31 - IRP renewal deadline (varies by state)
• March 1 - UCR renewal deadline

Q2 (April - June)

• April 30 - IFTA Q1 2026 filing deadline
• June 30 - MCS-150 biennial update (odd-numbered USDOT)

Q3 (July - September)

• July 31 - IFTA Q2 2026 filing deadline
• August 31 - Form 2290 (HVUT) due for July vehicles

Q4 (October - December)

• October 31 - IFTA Q3 2026 filing deadline
• December 31 - MCS-150 biennial update (even-numbered USDOT)
• December 31 - UCR registration opens for 2027

Ongoing Requirements

• ✅ Annual Clearinghouse queries for all CDL drivers
• ✅ Annual MVR reviews
• ✅ Medical certificate renewals (every 1-2 years)
• ✅ Drug & alcohol random testing (throughout year)