The rollout of FMCSA’s new Motus registration system has caused quite a bit of frustration out there – and just as many questions. Caleb Sears of OOIDA’s permits and licensing department runs through some of the most common problems people are running into – and some of the most common questions OOIDA is getting.

MOST COMMON MOTUS PROBLEMS RIGHT NOW

02:39 Not being able to link USDOT numbers up with system

03:19 Calling FMCSA and OOIDA for help

05:07 Common data transfers

06:17 Delays in authority activations

07:10 FMCSA’s response to issues/problems

08:33 Effect on day-to-day trucking operations

ANSWERS TO COMMON MOTUS QUESTIONS

11:28 Can OOIDA register my Motus account for me?

12:24 Word of caution about scams

15:02 I was able to log in to Motus and complete my identity verification – now what?

16:12 I registered my account in Motus, but it charged me $300 and issued a new DOT/MC number. Did I do something wrong?

18:19 I registered my account as a TSP (Transportation Service Provider). How do I claim my USDOT now?

19:33 My information is not showing correctly since the transition to Motus. Do I need to do something to get it updated?

20:29 What is OOIDA doing to help?

23:39 Final advice if/when issues arise

For help with Motus questions/problems, call OOIDA at 816-229-5791 and ask for permits and licensing.

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