415 Safety

06/12/2026

After comparing FMCSA Register publications, MOTUS datasets, authority records, insurance filings, and BOC-3 records, one thing stands out:
Some recently filed operating authority applications are being approved and activated, while other carriers are still struggling with missing filings, delayed activations, unanswered emails, missed callbacks, and chat sessions that end without answers.
I've reviewed multiple cases where filings appeared, disappeared, or simply do not match what was actually submitted.
At this point, it is becoming difficult to determine whether a filing is truly missing, still pending review, or simply not visible in the system.
If your authority is pending, keep copies of: • Insurance filing confirmations • BOC-3 confirmations • FMCSA Register notices • MOTUS screenshots • Any correspondence related to your application
I'm currently tracking multiple cases and looking for patterns.
If you've experienced missing filings, delayed activation, disappearing records, or other MOTUS-related issues, send me a private message.
Please do not post your USDOT number, MC number, or any personal information publicly.

06/09/2026

Today's MOTUS Reality Check
Just today's highlights:
🔹 One company accidentally ended up with multiple USDOT numbers.
🔹 Another somehow ended up with two broker authorities and two motor carrier authorities.
🔹 A voluntary revocation request submitted three weeks ago is still "being processed."
🔹 Insurance filings that were previously on file have apparently decided to disappear from view.
🔹 Multiple attempts to contact FMCSA:
• No callback.
• Chat disconnected.
• Rejoined.
• Disconnected again.
• Rejoined.
• Disconnected again.
At this point, transportation compliance specialists are spending less time explaining regulations and more time explaining why the systems don't reflect what everyone knows should be there.
The trucking industry can handle regulations.
The trucking industry can handle audits.
The trucking industry can handle inspections.
What it cannot handle is uncertainty when nobody can tell carriers:
✔ What is correct
✔ What is pending
✔ What is missing
✔ When it will be fixed
If you're a carrier, save screenshots, keep copies of every filing, every email, every certificate, and every confirmation page.
Right now, your own records may be more reliable than the system you're trying to verify them in.
Current mood: waiting for a callback that may or may not exist.

06/06/2026

MOTUS Weekly Update – June 2026

After another week of assisting motor carriers with MOTUS, here are the most common issues we continue to encounter:

o   FMCSA support representatives often cannot verify whether filings have been fully processed or migrated into MOTUS.

o   Many motor carriers still cannot claim their USDOT numbers.

o   Carriers are being asked to submit supporting ownership documentation, including:

·        IRS EIN Letter

·        Articles of Incorporation/Organization

·        State registration documents

·        Other proof of ownership

o   Insurance filings missing from MOTUS

o   BOC-3 filings missing from MOTUS

o   Multiple cases reported to FMCSA appear to require manual review and correction before records are properly reflected in MOTUS.

o   Carriers who accidentally registered as Service Providers are being instructed to create a separate Motor Carrier registration and complete the registration process again.

My recommendations:

✓ Claim your USDOT number if you have not done so already.
✓ Verify your company information.
✓ Check that your authority, insurance filings, and BOC-3 are visible.
✓ Take screenshots of everything.
✓ Keep copies of your MC certificate, insurance filings, and BOC-3 confirmation.
✓ Make sure you still have access to DataQs and the FMCSA Clearinghouse.

The good news: information is slowly being corrected.

The bad news: many carriers are still dependent on FMCSA support and IT review to resolve account and data migration issues.

06/06/2026

06/02/2026

FMCSA has provided guidance for carriers that did not have an active and verified FMCSA Portal Company Official account prior to the MOTUS transition.
If you are unable to claim your USDOT Number in MOTUS, you may be required to complete a manual ownership verification process.
You may be asked to provide:
• USDOT Number
• Login.gov email address
• EIN Letter from the IRS
• Articles of Incorporation or Organization
• State registration documents
• Government issued ID
• Selfie with a government issued ID

Before contacting FMCSA:
✓ Complete your Login.gov registration
✓ Complete identity verification in MOTUS
✓ Gather your ownership documents
From what we are seeing, many carriers are currently being placed into manual review queues as FMCSA continues processing account verifications following the MOTUS transition.
If you are unable to claim your USDOT Number, do not panic. Follow FMCSA instructions and submit the requested documentation.
Share this information with other motor carriers who may be affected.

05/29/2026

Ok, hardworking people...
After spending nearly 6 hours today trying to get answers regarding one of my clients' MOTUS account, this is the summary:
Me: "Can you confirm the filings were submitted and accepted?"
FMCSA: "We can't view that yet."
Me: "Can you confirm the MC activation date?"
FMCSA: "We can't view that yet."
Me: "Can you see if the USDOT number was claimed in MOTUS?"
FMCSA: "We can't view that yet."
Me: "What does the motor carrier need to do?"
FMCSA: "Nothing. They will be contacted."
Me: "Can I get detailed instructions on how to file a biennial update in MOTUS?"
FMCSA: "You can log in and view the option."
Me: "Can I get instructions?"
FMCSA: "There are no instructions yet. That's normal."
At this point, all I can say is:
MOTUS = Migration Of Totally Unfinished Systems™
Keep calm, keep laughing, and keep trucking.

We've survived every FMCSA "improvement" so far. We'll survive this one too.

05/27/2026

Within the last few weeks, I have been approached by multiple motor carriers who trusted random filing services or inexperienced consultants to apply for their operating authority.
Unfortunately, many of those applications were submitted incorrectly, resulting in:

• Applying for the wrong authority type
• Paying for unnecessary or duplicate authorities
• Incorrect operation classifications
• Higher insurance costs
• Incorrect insurance requirements
• Delays and costly corrections later

Starting a trucking company is not just about submitting forms — the way your authority is structured from the beginning can directly affect your operations, insurance, compliance requirements, and long-term costs.

Start your authority the right way.

Book a Transportation Safety & Compliance Consultation before applying for operating authority.

05/21/2026

NOTICE TO MOTOR CARRIERS REGARDING MOTUS SYSTEM ISSUES

Carriers holding multiple operating authorities - especially HHG + Property/General Freight authorities - may currently experience MOTUS migration/synchronization issues where MC authority, Licensing & Insurance, or insurance filing information is not properly displaying in the new FMCSA system.

From what we are seeing:
• USDOT status may still show ACTIVE
• Insurance may still be ACTIVE
• Authority may still be VALID
• But parts of the Licensing & Insurance data may not be fully syncing in MOTUS yet

FMCSA representatives have acknowledged that certain accounts are still under review during the ongoing system transition.

IMPORTANT:
Do not panic if your authority and insurance were active before the MOTUS transition. Many carriers appear to be experiencing synchronization/display issues rather than actual authority revocations.

If your insurance filings are about to expire - contact your insurance provider to confirm they are able to post federal filings successfully.

Check your MOTUS profile carefully. If you do not see:
• Operating Authority
• BOC-3 Filing
• Insurance Information

under your profile, contact FMCSA via email or live chat.

RECOMMENDED:
• Monitor your MOTUS and SAFER records daily
• Screenshot your Licensing & Insurance pages
• Carry current insurance certificates and MC authority documents in the truck
• Keep proof of active filings from your insurance provider
• Maintain an additional documentation package and print the notification notice to keep in the truck until the issue is resolved.

If you are experiencing MOTUS-related issues or have questions regarding your authority, insurance filings, or compliance status, feel free to contact me.

Stay professional. Stay organized. Keep trucking.

05/20/2026

NOTICE TO MOTOR CARRIERS REGARDING MOTUS SYSTEM ISSUES
Some motor carriers are currently experiencing MOTUS migration issues where MC authority, insurance, or licensing information is not fully showing in the new FMCSA system yet.
FMCSA has confirmed this is a known issue and they are actively working on correcting the missing data migration.
IMPORTANT:
• If your authority and insurance were active before - there is likely no immediate cause for concern.
• This appears to be a system migration/display issue, not an automatic revocation.
• Some insurance companies may temporarily experience difficulties submitting filings until the system fully updates.
For carriers currently working with me:
If I did NOT contact you today regarding your authority or insurance records, it means your information appears to be fully migrated and there are no issues currently visible on your account.
Please continue monitoring your MOTUS profile, Licensing & Insurance page, and email notifications.
If you need urgent assistance regarding your authority or insurance filings, please contact FMCSA directly through the MOTUS support/contact page.