FMCSA - Important FMCSA Websites

This page highlights links in question-and-answer format on specific subject matter most frequently requested by the public. The variety of topics featured can assist you in finding information you need to know about a particular Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration program or activity. Please look for the question(s) you are interested in and go to the appropriate Website. We hope you find this information helpful.

1	What is the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s official Website address? http://www.fmcsa.dot.gov or http://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/español
2	How can I locate the nearest field office? http://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/aboutus.htm
3	Where can I obtain information about Federal safety regulations and interpretations? http://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/rulesregs/fmcsrhome.htm
4	Where can I find information about the transportation of Hazardous Materials? http://hazmat.dot.gov
5	How do I obtain a DOT number? http://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/factsfigs/formspubs.htm
6	Where can I find descriptive statistics and analysis regarding the truck and bus industry? http://ai.volpe.dot.gov/
7	Where can I find detailed information about a motor carrier’s safety performance? http://ai.volpe.dot.gov/
8	Where can I find carrier safety ratings, inspections, and accident summary data? http://www.safersys.org
9	How do I report safety violations? http://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/contactus/safthotline.htm
10	What must I do to start a trucking business? http://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/factsfigs/formspubs.htm
11	Where can I file forms and pay fees for registration, insurance, and fines? http://diy.dot.gov/
12	How can I change the name and address of my business online? http://diy.dot.gov/
13	Where can I find the latest information about safety programs? http://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/safetyprogs/saftprogs.htm
14	How can I learn about the Share The Road Safely program? http://www.sharetheroadsafely.org
15	How can I obtain the latest research and analysis on truck and bus safety? http://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/safetyprogs/saftresearch.htm
16	Where can I find consumer information about moving household goods? http://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/moving.htm
17	How can I obtain information about a motor carrier, broker, or freight forwarder’s application, insurance, and process agent? http://fmcsa-li.volpe.dot.gov/