What is a Motor Carrier lookup?

A motor carrier lookup searches the official FMCSA database for companies operating commercial motor vehicles to transport property or passengers, reviewing USDOT safety registrations, power units, drivers, and liability filings.

How can I verify a trucking company's fleet size and safety record?

Enter the carrier's USDOT number or legal business name. The profile provides official power unit (truck) counts, commercial driver numbers, 24-month roadside inspection stats, vehicle Out-of-Service rates, and crash history.

What liability insurance is required for motor carriers?

For-hire interstate motor carriers hauling non-hazardous property must maintain at least $750,000 in public liability insurance filed under Form BMC-91 or BMC-91X with the FMCSA. Hazardous materials haulers require $1,000,000 to $5,000,000.

Motor Carrier & Fleet Verification

Carrier Lookup & Motor Carrier Verification

Verify commercial motor carriers, trucking fleets, and owner-operators. Check real-time USDOT registration, active MC operating authority, fleet power units, driver census, and roadside inspection history.

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Supported Search Methods

1. USDOT Number Lookup

Enter the 6–8 digit USDOT number to retrieve carrier census records, fleet size, driver counts, physical address, and roadside safety inspections.

USDOT Guide & Search

2. MC / MX Docket Lookup

Enter an MC or MX docket number to inspect federal Operating Authority status, Common vs. Contract classification, and BMC-84 broker surety bonds.

MC Number Guide & Search

3. Company Name Lookup

Search by legal entity name or "Doing Business As" (DBA) trade name. Review matched businesses and select the exact company to verify.

Verification Protocol

Frequently Asked Questions About Carrier Lookup

What information is included in a carrier lookup?

A lookup provides company legal name, DBA, address, phone number, operating authority status, insurance filings (BMC-91X / BMC-84), safety ratings, driver/vehicle out-of-service rates, and 24-month crash records.

How often is FMCSA data updated?

Federal databases are updated continuously. Insurance and authority filings update within 24–48 hours of underwriter submission, while safety data and census updates refresh on regular federal cycles.

Does TransportTrace guarantee carrier safety or performance?

No. TransportTrace displays factual regulatory records retrieved from the FMCSA. We do not provide safety guarantees, certifications, or subjective ratings. Shippers and brokers should perform complete due diligence.

How can I perform a carrier lookup by USDOT or MC number?

Use our motor carrier lookup and carrier verification tool by entering the USDOT number, MC docket, or company name above. Our carrier database search checks active operating authority, insurance filings (Form BMC-91X), fleet size, and roadside safety records.

How do I verify a trucking company before tendering loads?

To check a trucking company: 1) Verify active motor carrier authority status; 2) Confirm \$750K to \$5M in active public liability insurance on file; 3) Review driver and vehicle Out-of-Service (OOS) percentages; and 4) Verify registered corporate contact details to avoid double brokering scams.