About FMCSA
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is a United States Department of Transportation (USDOT) agency dedicated to reducing crashes, injuries, and fatalities involving large trucks and buses. Established in 2000, FMCSA’s mission is to ensure safety in the commercial motor vehicle industry through regulation, education, enforcement, and research.
Purpose
FMCSA’s primary purpose is to prevent crashes, injuries, and fatalities involving large trucks and buses. We strive to achieve this by:
- Regulating the safety of commercial motor vehicles
- Educating drivers and carriers on safety practices
- Enforcing safety regulations through inspections and compliance reviews
- Researching and developing new safety technologies and practices
Services Offered
FMCSA provides a range of services to help ensure the safety of commercial motor vehicles, such as:
- Registration: Obtain a USDOT Number for your motor carrier
- Driver Requirements: Information on medical requirements and hours of service for truck drivers
- Safety Resources: Tools and resources for improving the safety of commercial motor vehicles
- Compliance Assistance: Guidance on complying with FMCSA regulations and standards
- Consumer Resources: Information for consumers on bus and motorcoach safety, moving fraud protection, and more
Latest News
Stay up-to-date with the latest news and updates from FMCSA:
- ELD Updates: Recent changes to the list of registered electronic logging devices (ELDs)
- Safety Campaigns: Initiatives to promote safe driving around large trucks and buses
- Press Conferences: Highlights from recent FMCSA press conferences and events
Contact
For more information or assistance, you can contact FMCSA at:
Address: 1200 New Jersey Ave SE, Washington, DC 20590
Phone: (855) 368-4200
Website: