# Got Motus Questions? We’ve Got Answers

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Podcast: [Trucking with OOIDA](https://stenobird.com/podcast/trucking-with-ooida-7406155)
Published: 2026-06-26T11:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://www.ooida.com
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## Resource

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. Join or renew with Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association and use code PODCAST25 for a discounted membership: https://www.ooida.com/membership/ Tired of watching your rights eroded: https://fightingfortruckers.com/ Subscribe for FREE to Land Line Magazine (online or print): https://landline.media/subscribe/

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