FMCSA Licensing & Insurance Connector for AI agents.
9 live capabilities
Verify trucking company safety ratings and operating authority in real-time.
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Why people use FMCSA Licensing & Insurance
FMCSA Licensing & Insurance for Trucking Compliance
This Connector changes that. You just tell your agent which carrier to check. It pulls the authority, safety measures, and cargo types into a single summary. You get the facts you need in one click.
What Vinkius changes
You get instant access to official government trucking data without leaving your chat interface.
Use it from Claude, ChatGPT, Cursor or another AI client you already have.
One account · 5,900+ Connectors
- Real-world use case 01
Vetting a new carrier
A broker needs to vet a new carrier.
- Real-world use case 02
Safety audit
A compliance officer needs to audit 10 carriers.
- Real-world use case 03
Fraud prevention
A manager suspects a carrier's authority has lapsed.
Complete set · 9capabilities
The complete FMCSA Licensing & Insurance capability set.
These are the exact actions your AI can choose when you ask it to work with FMCSA Licensing & Insurance.
01—03
3 capabilities in this set.
Part of 9 available through FMCSA Licensing & Insurance.
- 01 Capability
Get carrier dockets
Finds all docket numbers associated with a specific carrier. This helps you see the full history of a carrier's official documentation.
- 02 Capability
Get carrier authority
Checks if a carrier is currently authorized to operate on the road. This helps you confirm they have the legal right to haul goods.
- 03 Capability
Get carrier basics
Pulls safety measures and the S. DOT number for a specific carrier. You can use this to quickly assess a company's general safety standing.
04—06
3 capabilities in this set.
Part of 9 available through FMCSA Licensing & Insurance.
- 04 Capability
Get carrier cargo
Lists the specific types of cargo a carrier is permitted to haul. You can use this to ensure they are qualified for your specific freight needs.
- 05 Capability
Get carrier by docket
Pulls carrier details using a specific Docket Number. This is useful for looking up official records tied to specific government filings.
- 06 Capability
Get carrier by dot
Fetches carrier information based on their U.S. DOT number. It gives you a quick way to see a carrier's profile using their primary identification.
07—09
3 capabilities in this set.
Part of 9 available through FMCSA Licensing & Insurance.
- 07 Capability
Get carrier oos
Shows Out-of-Service orders to help identify high-risk carriers. This lets you see if a carrier is currently barred from the road.
- 08 Capability
Get carrier operation class
Provides the official operation classifications for a carrier. You can check this to see if their business model matches your requirements.
- 09 Capability
Search carriers by name
Searches for carriers using their legal or DBA name with pagination support. This is the best way to find a carrier's details when you only have a name.
Set up in minutes
One URL. Then ask FMCSA Licensing & Insurance to work.
Claude and ChatGPT only need the Connector URL. Copy it once, add it in settings, and use FMCSA Licensing & Insurance from the conversation.
Choose your client
Live previewAdvanced clients IDE · CLI
Claude · Web + desktop
Connector URL · ready to paste
Streamable HTTPhttps://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_1kiIKmJz5jgx6vsEjC4fkaes1t0LxFHtM7tFBuGI/mcp - Step 01
Open Connectors
In Claude Web or Claude Desktop, open Settings and choose Connectors.
- Step 02
Add the URL
Choose Add custom connector, name it FMCSA Licensing & Insurance, and paste the URL above.
- Step 03
Turn it on in chat
Select +, open Connectors, and enable FMCSA Licensing & Insurance for the conversation.
ChatGPT · Web + desktop
Connector URL · ready to paste
Streamable HTTPhttps://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_1kiIKmJz5jgx6vsEjC4fkaes1t0LxFHtM7tFBuGI/mcp - Step 01
Open MCP settings
On desktop, open Settings and MCP servers. On web, open your workspace app or connector settings.
- Step 02
Add the URL
Choose Add server with Streamable HTTP, or create a custom MCP app, then paste the FMCSA Licensing & Insurance URL.
- Step 03
Save and start
Save the connection and enable FMCSA Licensing & Insurance in your conversation. Desktop may ask you to restart once.
Cursor · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"fmcsa-licensing-insurance": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_1kiIKmJz5jgx6vsEjC4fkaes1t0LxFHtM7tFBuGI/mcp"
}
}
} - Step 01
Open MCP Settings
Press Cmd+Shift+P (macOS) or Ctrl+Shift+P (Windows/Linux) → search "MCP Settings"
- Step 02
Add the server config
Paste the JSON configuration above into the mcp.json file that opens
- Step 03
Save the file
Cursor will automatically detect the new Connector
- Step 04
Start using FMCSA Licensing & Insurance
Open Agent mode in chat and ask: "Using FMCSA Licensing & Insurance, help me...". 9 tools available
VS Code Copilot · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"fmcsa-licensing-insurance": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_1kiIKmJz5jgx6vsEjC4fkaes1t0LxFHtM7tFBuGI/mcp"
}
}
} - Step 01
Create MCP config
Create a .vscode/mcp.json file in your project root
- Step 02
Add the server config
Paste the JSON configuration above
- Step 03
Enable Agent mode
Open GitHub Copilot Chat and switch to Agent mode using the dropdown
- Step 04
Start using FMCSA Licensing & Insurance
Ask Copilot: "Using FMCSA Licensing & Insurance, help me...". 9 tools available
Windsurf · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"fmcsa-licensing-insurance": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_1kiIKmJz5jgx6vsEjC4fkaes1t0LxFHtM7tFBuGI/mcp"
}
}
} - Step 01
Open MCP Settings
Go to Settings → MCP Configuration or press Cmd+Shift+P and search "MCP"
- Step 02
Add the server
Paste the JSON configuration above into mcp_config.json
- Step 03
Save and reload
Windsurf will detect the new server automatically
- Step 04
Start using FMCSA Licensing & Insurance
Open Cascade and ask: "Using FMCSA Licensing & Insurance, help me...". 9 tools available
Cline · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"fmcsa-licensing-insurance": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_1kiIKmJz5jgx6vsEjC4fkaes1t0LxFHtM7tFBuGI/mcp"
}
}
} - Step 01
Open Cline MCP Settings
Click the Connectors icon in the Cline sidebar panel
- Step 02
Add remote server
Click "Add Connector" and paste the configuration above
- Step 03
Enable the server
Toggle the server switch to ON
- Step 04
Start using FMCSA Licensing & Insurance
Ask Cline: "Using FMCSA Licensing & Insurance, help me...". 9 tools available
Claude Code · Terminal command
Advanced setup
claude mcp add fmcsa-licensing-insurance --transport http "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_1kiIKmJz5jgx6vsEjC4fkaes1t0LxFHtM7tFBuGI/mcp" - Step 01
Install Claude Code
Run npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-code if not already installed
- Step 02
Add the Connector
Run the command above in your terminal
- Step 03
Verify the connection
Run claude mcp to list connected servers, or type /mcp inside a session
- Step 04
Start using FMCSA Licensing & Insurance
Ask Claude: "Using FMCSA Licensing & Insurance, show me...". 9 tools are ready
Where the request belongs
Work FMCSA can move forward.
Logistics managers who need to vet carriers fast before booking, compliance officers who are tired of manually monitoring safety ratings for entire fleets, and freight brokers who want to automate the onboarding process to handle more volume without adding more headcount.
Logistics Manager
Vetting new carriers before booking loads to prevent fraud and ensure reliability.
Compliance Officer
Running regular safety audits on a fleet of partners to ensure they stay within regulations.
Freight Broker
Screening multiple carriers at once to find the best fit for a specific shipment.
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Before you connect
Questions about FMCSA.
The practical details behind the request, access and result.
Can I use the FMCSA Licensing & Insurance MCP to check if a trucking company is safe?
Yes, you can use it to pull safety ratings and BASIC measures for any carrier. It gives you a clear picture of their safety record so you can make informed decisions.
How does the FMCSA Licensing & Insurance MCP help with carrier vetting?
It automates the process of checking a carrier's legal authority and safety history. You can verify their status in seconds instead of manually searching through government websites.
Can I search for carriers by name using the FMCSA Licensing & Insurance MCP?
Yes, you can search for carriers using either their legal name or their DBA. It will return the matching profiles so you can start your due diligence immediately.
Does the FMCSA Licensing & Insurance MCP show cargo types?
Yes, it pulls the specific types of cargo a carrier is authorized to haul. This helps you ensure a partner can handle your specific freight, like refrigerated goods or general cargo.
Can I use the FMCSA Licensing & Insurance MCP to find DOT numbers?
You can use it to find a carrier's profile by searching their name. Once you have the profile, you'll have access to their DOT number and other official identifiers.
Is the FMCSA Licensing & Insurance MCP good for compliance officers?
It is ideal for compliance officers who need to monitor safety ratings and out-of-service orders. It allows you to pull official data quickly to keep your fleet partners in check.
How do I know if a carrier is currently allowed to operate?
The Connector lets you check a carrier's operating authority status directly. You can see if they are currently active or if they have any restrictions on their license.
Can the FMCSA Licensing & Insurance MCP help me avoid high-risk carriers?
Yes, it pulls Out-of-Service order data which identifies carriers that have been pulled off the road. This is a key part of avoiding high-risk partners in your logistics chain.
How can I check if a carrier is currently authorized to transport goods?
You can use the get_carrier_authority capability with the carrier's DOT number. This will return the official operating authority status directly from FMCSA records.
Can I find a carrier's DOT number if I only have their business name?
Yes, use the search_carriers_by_name capability. Provide the Legal or DBA name, and the agent will return a list of matching carriers along with their U.S. DOT numbers.
Does this capability show safety ratings and inspection violations?
Yes. The get_carrier_basics capability retrieves safety performance data (BASIC measures), and get_carrier_oos provides data on Out-of-Service orders.
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