Motus, USDOT's new registration system for FMCSA customers, is available to supporting companies to create user profiles and company accounts. Download the job aid for detailed instructions on how to complete these actions in the new system.

Motus is not an acronym. It is a Latin word that primarily means "movement" or "motion". Launched in December 2025, Motus is designed to replace several aging legacy systems—including parts of the FMCSA Portal and the Unified Registration System (URS)—with a single, more secure, and user-friendly platform.

Key Features of Motus:

• Consolidation: It brings together various filings (USDOT numbers, biennial updates, etc.) into one dashboard.
• Fraud Prevention: It uses advanced identity verification (via Login.gov and IDEMIA) and business address validation to stop fraudulent registrations.
• Mobile Friendly: Unlike the older systems, Motus is designed to work on tablets and smartphones.
• Real-Time Validation: The system uses "smart logic" to catch errors as you type, reducing the chances of a form being rejected weeks later.