MOTUS (Modernized Online Transaction Unified System) is the FMCSA's new registration platform, replacing decades-old systems with a single, modernized online portal. Launching in phases starting December 2025, MOTUS consolidates all FMCSA forms and registration processes into one user-friendly system with mobile access, real-time data validation, and enhanced identity verification through Login.gov. Supporting companies like transportation service providers and insurance filers gained early access in December 2025, with full rollout to all motor carriers, brokers, and registrants planned for 2026.

MOTUS addresses critical industry challenges, particularly the surge in carrier fraud and identity theft that has plagued the trucking industry for years. The system introduces mandatory identity proofing, multi-factor authentication, and advanced fraud detection tools to combat chameleon carriers and fraudulent registrations. For motor carriers and service providers, MOTUS streamlines compliance by eliminating paper transactions (effective September 2025), providing mobile-friendly updates, and consolidating fragmented systems into one platform. This modernization ensures faster processing, improved data accuracy, and enhanced security for all FMCSA registration activities, making it essential for companies to transition before the 2026 deadline.