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[[File:Add-truck-page.png|360px|thumb|right|Viewing the '''Add Truck''' page]]The '''Add Truck Page''' is a page in [https://borderconnect.com BorderConnect eManifest software] where the user enters the information to create a new Truck Profile. It can be accessed in the following ways:
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*From the Manage Data menu by clicking 'Create Truck'.
<h1>Add Truck Page</h1>
*From the [[Trailer Search Page (ACE and ACI eManifest)|Truck Search Page]] by clicking the 'Create Truck' button.
<p>Create and manage reusable profiles for power units used on ACE and ACI eManifests.</p>
*From the Assign Truck to ACE eManifest Page by clicking the 'Add New Truck' button.
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<span class="bc-article-pill"><i class="fas fa-truck"></i> Type: Data Entry</span>
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;Save Button
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:Saves currently entered information to a new Truck Profile. Can only be used if all required fields have been filled out. Clicking on this button will create the Truck Profile and bring the user to the [[Truck Details Page (ACE and ACI eManifest)|Truck Details Page]].
;Cancel Button
:Cancels the attempt to create a new Truck Profile. Clicking on this button will disregard all entered data and bring the user to the [[Trailer Search Page (ACE and ACI eManifest)|Truck Search Page]].
;Clear Button
:Clears all fields on the page so that the user may enter other data instead.


== Add Truck Section ==
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In this section of the page the user can enter the basic Truck Profile information. Please refer to the legend at the bottom of the page for guidance on which fields are required for which situations.
<h2 style="margin-top: 0;">Overview</h2>
<p>The <strong>Add Truck Page</strong> is where users create and store <strong>Truck Profiles</strong> within BorderConnect eManifest software. Truck Profiles are used when building ACE and ACI eManifests and allow users to quickly assign conveyance information without retyping vehicle details for each shipment.</p>


;Truck Number
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:Unit number used to identify the truck.
<strong>How to Reach This Page:</strong><br>
* From the <strong>Manage Data</strong> menu by selecting <strong>Create Truck</strong>.
* From the [[Truck_Search_Page_(ACE_and_ACI_eManifest)|Truck Search Page]] by clicking <strong>Create Truck</strong>.
* From the Assign Truck to ACE eManifest Page by clicking <strong>Add New Truck</strong>.
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;Terminal
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:Terminal or office the truck is assigned to. Can be selected from the list using the drop down menu. If the desired terminal is not listed it can be added from the [[Company Details Page]] by clicking on the 'New Terminal' button.


;Vehicle Type
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:Type of the truck. Can be selected from the list using the drop down menu. If none of the listed types apply it is recommended to choose 'Other'.
[[File:Add-truck-page.png|800px|thumb|center|Viewing the Add Truck page]]
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;Vin Number
<h2 style="margin-top: 40px; border-bottom: 2px solid #eee; padding-bottom: 10px;">Page Actions</h2>
:The vehicle identification number of the truck. Should be entered in full, partial VINs are not considered acceptable.


;Dot Number
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:The US Department of Transportation Number that covers the truck. If the user has previously entered trucks with the same DOT number it should come up to be selected. Otherwise it will be remembered for next time.
<p>Use the following buttons to manage the data entry process.</p>


;Transponder Number
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:The transponder number for the truck. Should be entered in full.
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<th style="width: 25%;">Button</th>
<th>Function</th>
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<td><strong>Save</strong></td>
<td>Creates the Truck Profile once required fields are completed and opens the Truck Details Page.</td>
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<td><strong>Cancel</strong></td>
<td>Discards changes and returns to the Truck Search Page.</td>
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<td><strong>Clear</strong></td>
<td>Empties all fields so new information can be entered.</td>
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;Insurance Policy
<h2 style="margin-top: 40px; border-bottom: 2px solid #eee; padding-bottom: 10px;">Truck Information Fields</h2>
:The insurance policy that covers the truck. Can be selected from the list using the drop down menu. If the desired insurance policy is not listed it can be added from the Manage Data menu option at the top of the page under Insurance Policies and clicking 'New Insurance Policy' or the [[Company Details Page]] by clicking on the 'New Insurance Policy' button.


;ACE Portal's ACE or Conveyance Id
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:The ACE or Conveyance ID associated with the truck. The ID can be entered in the text field, and the ID type (ACE or Conveyance ID) can be selected using the drop down menu.
<p>This section collects the core vehicle data used on customs manifests. A legend at the bottom of the page indicates which fields are required based on manifest type.</p>


;License Plate Number
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:The license plate number for the truck. Only letters or numbers may be entered.
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<th style="width: 30%;">Field</th>
<th>Description</th>
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<td><strong>Truck Number</strong></td>
<td>Internal unit or fleet number used to identify the truck.</td>
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<td><strong>Terminal</strong></td>
<td>Office or terminal the truck belongs to. (New terminals can be created from the [[Company_Details_Page|Company Details Page]]).</td>
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<td><strong>Vehicle Type</strong></td>
<td>Truck classification selected from the list. Choose "Other" if none apply.</td>
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<td><strong>VIN Number</strong></td>
<td>Full vehicle identification number (partial VINs are not accepted).</td>
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<td><strong>DOT Number</strong></td>
<td>U.S. Department of Transportation number associated with the truck.</td>
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<td><strong>Transponder Number</strong></td>
<td>Electronic transponder ID used for border crossings.</td>
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<td><strong>Insurance Policy</strong></td>
<td>Policy covering the truck. (New policies can be created from Manage Data or Company Details).</td>
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<td><strong>ACE Portal ACE or Conveyance ID</strong></td>
<td>ACE or Conveyance identifier tied to the vehicle for CBP filings.</td>
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<td><strong>License Plate Number</strong></td>
<td>Plate number using letters and numbers only.</td>
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<td><strong>License Plate State/Province</strong></td>
<td>Jurisdiction where the plate is registered.</td>
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;License Plate State/Province
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:The state or province of the license plate. Can be selected from the list using the drop down menu.
 
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<h3>Helpful Tips</h3>
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* <strong>Full VINs:</strong> Always enter the full Vehicle Identification Number to avoid validation errors.
* <strong>DOT Numbers:</strong> Reuse DOT numbers when multiple trucks share the same carrier registration.
* <strong>Terminals:</strong> Assign trucks to the correct terminal for easier reporting.
* <strong>Insurance:</strong> Keep insurance policies updated to prevent manifest issues.
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<h3>Why Use Truck Profiles?</h3>
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* <strong>Efficiency:</strong> Auto-fill conveyance data on ACE and ACI eManifests.
* <strong>Accuracy:</strong> Reduce typing errors and speed up manifest creation.
* <strong>Management:</strong> Maintain accurate fleet records centrally.
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[[Category:BorderConnect Software User Guide]]
[[Category:BorderConnect Software User Guide]]

Latest revision as of 16:41, 10 February 2026

🔖 This article is part of the BorderConnect Software User Guide

Add Truck Page

Create and manage reusable profiles for power units used on ACE and ACI eManifests.

Type: Data Entry System: General Data

Overview

The Add Truck Page is where users create and store Truck Profiles within BorderConnect eManifest software. Truck Profiles are used when building ACE and ACI eManifests and allow users to quickly assign conveyance information without retyping vehicle details for each shipment.

How to Reach This Page:

  • From the Manage Data menu by selecting Create Truck.
  • From the Truck Search Page by clicking Create Truck.
  • From the Assign Truck to ACE eManifest Page by clicking Add New Truck.
Viewing the Add Truck page

Page Actions

Use the following buttons to manage the data entry process.

Button Function
Save Creates the Truck Profile once required fields are completed and opens the Truck Details Page.
Cancel Discards changes and returns to the Truck Search Page.
Clear Empties all fields so new information can be entered.

Truck Information Fields

This section collects the core vehicle data used on customs manifests. A legend at the bottom of the page indicates which fields are required based on manifest type.

Field Description
Truck Number Internal unit or fleet number used to identify the truck.
Terminal Office or terminal the truck belongs to. (New terminals can be created from the Company Details Page).
Vehicle Type Truck classification selected from the list. Choose "Other" if none apply.
VIN Number Full vehicle identification number (partial VINs are not accepted).
DOT Number U.S. Department of Transportation number associated with the truck.
Transponder Number Electronic transponder ID used for border crossings.
Insurance Policy Policy covering the truck. (New policies can be created from Manage Data or Company Details).
ACE Portal ACE or Conveyance ID ACE or Conveyance identifier tied to the vehicle for CBP filings.
License Plate Number Plate number using letters and numbers only.
License Plate State/Province Jurisdiction where the plate is registered.

Tips & Best Practices

Helpful Tips

  • Full VINs: Always enter the full Vehicle Identification Number to avoid validation errors.
  • DOT Numbers: Reuse DOT numbers when multiple trucks share the same carrier registration.
  • Terminals: Assign trucks to the correct terminal for easier reporting.
  • Insurance: Keep insurance policies updated to prevent manifest issues.

Why Use Truck Profiles?

  • Efficiency: Auto-fill conveyance data on ACE and ACI eManifests.
  • Accuracy: Reduce typing errors and speed up manifest creation.
  • Management: Maintain accurate fleet records centrally.
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