REST API

    FMCSA API

    Real-time carrier lookup, safety data & authority intelligence for 2.3M+ motor carriers. Sub-100ms responses with 200+ data fields.

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    GET /api/v1/carriers/{dot_number}
    {
  "dot_number": "2247505",
  "legal_name": "SWIFT TRANSPORTATION CO OF ARIZONA LLC",
  "dba_name": "SWIFT TRANSPORTATION",
  "physical_state": "AZ",
  "authority_status": "AUTHORIZED",
  "authority_types": ["COMMON", "CONTRACT"],
  "power_units": 18643,
  "drivers": 22891,
  "safety_rating": "SATISFACTORY",
  "vehicle_oos_rate": "4.2%",
  "technology": {
    "eld_provider": "Platform Science"
  }
}
    2.3M+
    Motor Carriers
    200+
    Data Fields
    <100
    ms Response Time
    365
    Updates / Year

    200+ Data Fields Per Carrier

    Everything the official FMCSA API offers, plus proprietary intelligence you can't get anywhere else.

    Carrier Identity

    DOT number, MC number, legal name, DBA, physical and mailing addresses, phone, email.

    DOT NumberMC NumberLegal NameDBAAddressPhone

    Operating Authority

    Active/inactive status, authority types (Common, Contract, Broker), effective dates, revocation history.

    Authority StatusAuthority TypesEffective DatesRevocations

    Safety & Compliance

    BASIC scores, out-of-service rates, crash records, inspection history, safety ratings.

    BASIC ScoresOOS RatesCrash DataInspections

    Fleet Intelligence

    Power units, driver counts, equipment types, cargo carried, fleet growth signals.

    Power UnitsDriversEquipmentGrowth Signals

    Technology Stack

    Exclusive

    ELD/telematics provider, TMS platform, fuel card provider — data not available from FMCSA directly.

    ELD ProviderTMS PlatformFuel Cards

    Contact Enrichment

    Exclusive

    Decision-maker names, titles, emails, and phone numbers for targeted outreach.

    NamesTitlesEmailsDirect Lines

    AlphaLoops API vs. Official FMCSA API

    The official QCMobile API is a starting point. AlphaLoops adds the intelligence layer that makes FMCSA data actionable.

    FeatureAlphaLoopsFMCSA API
    Carrier Identity (DOT, MC, Name, Address)
    Operating Authority Status
    Safety Ratings & BASIC Scores
    Inspection & Crash History
    Technology Stack (ELD, TMS, Fuel Card)
    Decision-Maker Contacts
    Fleet Growth Signals
    Insurance Filing Details
    Sub-100ms Response Time
    Bulk Data Download (CSV/JSON/Parquet)
    Webhook Monitoring & Alerts
    Python & Node.js SDKs
    Daily Data Updates
    Weekly
    Rate Limit10K+/min50 results/query
    CRM Integration (Salesforce, HubSpot)
    Service Offerings (Consulting, Custom Reports)

    Get Started in Minutes

    A single API call to look up any carrier by DOT number, MC number, or company name.

    curl -X GET "https://api.runalphaloops.com/v1/carriers/2247505" \
  -H "Authorization: Bearer YOUR_API_KEY" \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json"

    Built for Transportation & Logistics Teams

    From carrier vetting to lead generation — one API powers every use case.

    Freight Brokers

    Instantly vet carriers before tendering loads. Check authority status, safety ratings, insurance coverage, and out-of-service history in real time.

    Insurance Underwriters

    Assess carrier risk with BASIC scores, crash history, inspection data, and fleet size. Automate underwriting decisions with comprehensive safety intelligence.

    TMS & SaaS Platforms

    Enrich your platform with carrier data. Embed DOT lookups, authority monitoring, and compliance checks directly into your transportation management system.

    Sales & Marketing Teams

    Build targeted carrier lists by fleet size, geography, technology stack, and growth signals. Reach decision-makers with verified contact data.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Start Building with FMCSA Data Today

    Access 2.3M+ motor carriers with 200+ data fields. Real-time lookups, bulk downloads, and CRM integrations.

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