The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration announced it will roll out Motus, its new registration system, on May 14, 2026. Motus is intended to streamline the registration process, enabling entities to submit required information, update records, and comply with federal regulations. It also aims to improve security oversight and data accuracy for the trucking industry.

Prior to the Phase II release of Motus, FMCSA requests current registrants review their records for accuracy and make updates now, including process agent and insurance filings, save a copy of their records to match against the data in Motus for safety and security purposes, and review their FMCSA Portal account authorized users and remove anyone who has left, changed roles, or no longer needs access to the company's account. 

Specifically, FMCSA directs motor carriers to take the following actions in the FMCSA Portal by May 14, 2026:

• Log into your FMCSA Portal account (portal.fmcsa.dot.gov) to confirm it is active. If you do not have a Portal account, you can create one and use your USDOT PIN to access your information. Obtain your PIN at: safer.fmcsa.dot.gov.

• Please note that FMCSA Portal accounts are disabled after 90 days and archived after 12 months of inactivity. If your account is disabled or archived, reach out to the FMCSA Contact Center at www.fmcsa.dot.gov/registration/ask-fmcsa to have your account unlocked.

• In the Portal, ensure your company information, operation classification, contact information, and individuals authorized to access your record are all correct.

• You can make updates to your company information in the FMCSA Portal the same way you complete a Biennial Update. Select “Biennial Update (MCS-150)” in the “Registration” tab.