What It Means for the Industry as FMCSA Eliminates MC Numbers in 2025

Published on Monday, March 24, 2025 by FreightWaves | Found on Glideslope.ai
The FMCSA is eliminating MC numbers by October 1, 2025, requiring all motor carriers, brokers, and freight forwarders to operate under a single USDOT number. This change aims to streamline registration, reduce fraud, and improve compliance tracking. While the transition simplifies carrier identification, it raises new challenges for brokers, shippers, and industry professionals accustomed to MC-based vetting. With potential impacts on contracts, insurance, and fraud prevention, fleets must prepare now to ensure a smooth transition. Here's what the trucking industry needs to know before the deadline arrives. The post What It Means for the Industry as FMCSA Eliminates MC Numbers in 2025 appeared first on FreightWaves.
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