The DOT Lookup API for Developers
Verify carrier safety ratings, insurance, and compliance data instantly. The FMCSA SAFER alternative built for freight brokers and logistics platforms.
Try our demo carriers: 2930366 (Safe) • 1234567 (Risky) • 5555555 (Extreme Risk)
curl -X GET "https://api.verifycarrier.com/v1/lookup/dot/123456" \
-H "Authorization: Bearer YOUR_API_KEY"
{
"dot_number": "123456",
"legal_name": "ABC Trucking Co",
"safety_rating": "SATISFACTORY",
"insurance_status": "ACTIVE",
"authority_status": "AUTHORIZED",
"out_of_service_date": null,
"total_drivers": 45,
"total_vehicles": 38
}The Problem with FMCSA SAFER
- ✗Clunky XML API with poor documentation
- ✗Requires complex authentication flow
- ✗No SDKs, no modern tooling
- ✗Frequent downtime and slow responses
Why VerifyCarrier?
- Clean REST API with JSON responses
- Simple API key authentication
- Python, Node.js SDKs + Excel add-in
- 99.9% uptime, <200ms response times
Everything You Need to Verify Carriers
Safety Ratings
Access FMCSA safety ratings, inspection data, crash history, and out-of-service rates.
Lightning Fast
Average response time under 200ms. Daily data updates from FMCSA sources.
Developer First
Python and Node.js SDKs, Excel add-in, comprehensive docs, and code examples.
Simple, Transparent Pricing
90% less than enterprise alternatives like DAT CarrierWatch
Built for Freight Brokers and Logistics Platforms
Never Miss a Critical Carrier Alert Again
Get instant WhatsApp notifications when carriers you're monitoring have:
- ✓Insurance expiring in 30 days
- ✓Safety rating changes
- ✓Authority revoked or suspended
- ✓New out-of-service orders
Plus: Add carriers by texting DOT numbers. Check status instantly. All from WhatsApp.
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