Motive Cards Transactions

This article explains how drivers can view and manage their transaction history in the Motive Driver App. Reviewing transactions helps you track expenses, attach receipts, and maintain accurate records for compliance or reimbursement.

Overview

The Motive Driver App makes it easy to view, edit, and manage your transactions on the go. It helps you stay organized, compliant, and efficient by providing quick access to all transaction details and record-keeping tools. Key features include:

  • Easy access: Quickly find and navigate through all your transactions in one place, reducing the time spent searching for specific information.
  • Detailed information: View key details for each transaction, including date, amount, merchant name, and payment method, ensuring full transparency.
  • Edit capabilities: Make corrections or updates to your transactions within the allowed timeframe, keeping your records accurate and up-to-date.
  • Receipts management: Attach, view, and manage receipts directly in the app to improve record-keeping and ensure all necessary documentation is stored properly.
  • Seamless integration: Sync your transaction history with other fleet management tools, simplifying reporting and data management.

Making transactions at Love's using a Motive Code 

Obtain a Motive Code using the Motive Driver App

1. Open the Motive Driver App and tap on the menu icon.

2. Tap on Motive Card.

3. Tap on Request Motive Code.

4. Enter the required details like Vehicle ID and current Odometer reading.

5. The app generates a unique Motive Code.

Note: The first number 98668483 is the Motive Start Code, common for all Motive Card customers at Love's locations. The second number is a dynamic one-time Motive Code, valid for only one transaction and 10 minutes.

6. If the code expires, tap on Generate another one.

Using SMS/Text

1. Send an SMS with the text CODE to +1 (408) 645-7882.

2. Reply to the prompts with the last 4-digits of your card number, Vehicle ID, and current odometer reading.  

3. You will receive an SMS with the Start Code and a dynamic Motive Code.

Note: This Motive Code is valid for one transaction and 10 minutes.

Fuel up at Love's terminal

1. Drive up to any Love's terminal.  

2. On the terminal screen, enter the Start Code and tap Enter.  

3. Select your fuel type like Tractor Fuel, Reefer Fuel, or Both.

4. When prompted for the PO Number, enter the dynamic Motive Code and tap Enter.

5. Follow the remaining instructions on the terminal screen.  

6. You will receive a confirmation message Please Remove Nozzle.  

7. Begin fueling.  

8. Once fueled, hang up the nozzle.  

9. Your Motive Card will be charged for the amount fueled.

Check your receipt after fueling

1. Check the transaction details on your Driver App or the Motive Card Transactions Page.  

2. Verify the fuel quantity and fuel price.

Viewing transactions 

  1. Open the Motive Driver App on your device
  2. Tap the Menu icon (three lines in the top left) > Motive Cards
  3. Select Recent Transactions
  4. Browse the list to view recent and past transactions

Each transaction includes:

  • Date and time
  • Merchant name or location
  • Amount
  • Category
  • Payment method
  • Receipt status (if attached)
  • Notes or comments

Use this section to verify purchases, track spending, and confirm receipt uploads

Editing transactions

Drivers can edit certain fields within 7 days of the transaction date.

  1. In the Driver App, go to Menu > Motive Cards  
  2. Go to Recent Transactions and tap the transaction you want to update
  3. Tap Edit at the bottom of the screen
  4. Update any inputs, such as notes or receipts
  5. Tap Save to confirm your changes

Declined transactions 

  • If your Motive Card transaction gets declined, you receive an SMS or a notification in your Driver App indicating the reason. 
  • At the top of the Transaction Details screen in the Motive Card Driver Hub, you can locate the reason for your transaction being declined. 
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  • We recommend following any of these solutions in case of a declined Motive Card transaction: 
  1. Re-insert Motive Card: Swiping is not supported when a chip reader is available. Please try again by inserting your card into the chip reader.
  2. Invalid billing zip code: Please try again by entering the zip code of your Fleet’s business address. 
  3. Inactive Motive Card: Check if your card is currently active in the Motive Card Hub in the Driver App. If your card is frozen, you aren’t allowed to transact. 
  4. Select credit when using the Motive Card: The Motive Card should be used as a credit card rather than a debit card. 
Note: If you’re still unable to make a successful transaction using your Motive Card, contact your Fleet Admin or Motive Support for more details.

Uploading Receipts

The Motive Driver App allows Drivers to change post-transaction metadata for an already done transaction. This metadata includes editing the receipts and adding comments against a transaction. 

Note: All cardholders with Driver App version >=73.2 installed on their mobile device can now upload receipts and add comments against transactions by default, within 14 days after each transaction.

1.Login to the Motive Driver App and tap the left navigation menu. 

2. Select Motive Card.

3. Tap Recent Transactions.

4. Select the transaction for which you want to upload the transaction receipt.

5. Tap the Edit icon.

 6. In the Receipt section, tap on the camera icon to upload the Receipt.

7. Tap Take a new image.

 

8. Once the image gets loaded, tap Save.

Note: Receipts can be uploaded up to 14 days after a transaction, after which the transaction cannot be edited. You can add up to 5 receipts.

9. A pop-up message displays Edits Saved.

 

Viewing Receipts

1. Follow the steps 1 to 3 from the above section.

2. Tap the image under Receipt.

3. You can now view your transaction receipt.

 

Removing Receipts

1. Follow steps 1 to 5 in the above section to open the edit view of a transaction.

2. Under the Receipt section, tap the cross on the image.

3. A pop-up appears to confirm the removal. Tap Yes.

 

Adding comments

1. Follow steps 1 to 5 from the section above to open the edit view of a transaction.

2. Add Comments/notes regarding the transaction in the edit box.

3 Tap Save.

 

FAQs

What information can I see for each transaction?

You can view the date, time, merchant, amount, category, payment method, receipt status, and notes

How long do I have to edit a transaction?

You can make changes up to 7 days from the transaction date.

Can I change the amount or merchant name on a transaction?

No. These fields are locked for compliance and security reasons.

How do I add a receipt to a transaction?

  1. Tap the transaction you want to edit. 
  2. Tap Edit at the bottom of the transaction details screen. 
  3. Upload or replace the receipt as needed. Save your changes.

What happens if I miss the 7-day edit window?

You’ll still be able to view the transaction, but editing will be disabled

Are receipts required for every transaction?

Receipts are recommended and may be required by your fleet, depending on policy.

Can a driver see all historical transactions performed against a reassigned card?

  • No, if a Motive Card is currently assigned to a driver but was previously assigned to a different driver, the new driver can’t see the previous transactions performed against the card in the Driver App. 
  • Similarly, the original driver can't view any future transactions made with the card after reassignment. 
  • In the case of a vehicle card, the transaction history is displayed based on the Driver who unlocks the vehicle through SMS or the Driver App.

Can a driver see all historical transactions performed against a reassigned card?

  • No, if a Motive Card is currently assigned to a driver but was previously assigned to a different driver, the new driver can’t see the previous transactions performed against the card in the Driver App. 
  • Similarly, the original driver can't view any future transactions made with the card after reassignment. 
  • In the case of a vehicle card, the transaction history is displayed based on the Driver who unlocks the vehicle through SMS or the Driver App.

Where can I get Discounts on the Motive Card?

Motive Cardholders can get up to 21 cents per gallon in diesel discounts at premier fuel stations and travel centers, including: 

  • Love’s 
  • TA Petro 
  • Casey’s 
  • Other chains and independent fuel stations 

The Savings Finder section on the Driver App provides a map view of fuel stations that are offering discounts. Motive Cardholders can get discounts on preventive maintenance services and FlowBelow products and benefit from Motive’s growing partner network, which includes top-tier discounts at major brands and premium independent travel centers. 

Note: Please contact your Fleet Admin for exact information about applicable discounts. Click here to locate them on the Benefits tab.

 

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