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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.

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.