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Carrier profile · USDOT 238162 · MC-164776 · Updated Sep 6, 2026
Trans-states Express Inc
14 power unitsavg 6.8 yrRegional · 7 statesCINCINNATI, OH88/100
CARRIER ACTIVEMC-164776 ACTIVERATED SATISFACTORY
Observed fleet · trailing 24 mo daily
14Power units
13 observed · MCS-150
16Trailers seen
Decoded · vPIC
6.8Avg age (yr)
1999–2026 · vPIC
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Load decision · FMCSA snapshot · Sep 6, 2026
Clear to load
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In good standing · 4
Active operating authorityActive for-hire authority is on file with FMCSA.Insurance on fileBIPD (liability) insurance is on file with FMCSA.Established 43 yearsOperating authority has been on file since 1983.Out-of-service rates below national averageBoth vehicle and driver OOS rates beat the national benchmark across 44 inspections.
USDOT registration4242 yr registered
Active for-hireInsurance (BIPD)$750K in force
FMCSA L&IVehicle OOS · 24-mo0.0%
▼ 22.26% nat'lCrashes · fatal11
1 in 24 moVektor intelligence · beyond the federal recordProprietary signals computed from VIN-decoded inspections & daily FMCSA snapshots
Fleet age vs peersTypical
6.8 yr
Model years 1999–2026 · peer benchmark unavailable.
Identity stabilityStable
42 yr unchanged
Same registration since 1983 — no chameleon / reincarnation signal.
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Verification summary
TRANS-STATES EXPRESS INC (USDOT 238162) has a Vektor safety score of 88/100 and a Clear to load verdict, from the carrier's FMCSA record refreshed Sep 6, 2026.
The carrier holds active common and contract for-hire operating authority per FMCSA L&I as of Sep 6, 2026.
It has an active BIPD insurance filing with a $750,000 limit in force from ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY effective Mar 1, 2023 in FMCSA L&I's current snapshot as of Sep 6, 2026.
Its vehicle out-of-service rate was 0.0% over the last 24 months, versus the 22.26% CVSA national average, from FMCSA roadside-inspection data refreshed Sep 6, 2026.
The carrier received 19 roadside inspections in the last 24 months — 10 vehicle-level and 19 driver-level — across 7 states, according to FMCSA roadside-inspection data refreshed Sep 6, 2026.
The carrier has 1 reportable crash in the last 24 months and 1 fatal crash across the full FMCSA crash record available as of Sep 6, 2026.
It reports 14 power units and 14 drivers in its most recent MCS-150 filing dated May 21, 2026.
It has an FMCSA safety rating of Satisfactory assigned Dec 20, 2011 in the federal record refreshed Sep 6, 2026.
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Frequently asked
What is TRANS-STATES EXPRESS INC's USDOT number?
TRANS-STATES EXPRESS INC's USDOT number is 238162, and its motor carrier number is MC-164776.
Is TRANS-STATES EXPRESS INC authorized to operate?
As of Sep 6, 2026, TRANS-STATES EXPRESS INC is active in the FMCSA register with common, contract, broker operating authority on file.
What is TRANS-STATES EXPRESS INC's safety record?
TRANS-STATES EXPRESS INC has a 0.0% vehicle out-of-service rate (national average 22.26%) across 44 roadside inspections, with 1 reportable crash in the last 24 months, and an FMCSA "Satisfactory" safety rating. Vektor's computed risk score is 88/100 (tier: clear).
How big is TRANS-STATES EXPRESS INC's fleet?
TRANS-STATES EXPRESS INC operates 14 power units and 14 drivers per its most recent MCS-150 filing.
Where is TRANS-STATES EXPRESS INC based?
TRANS-STATES EXPRESS INC is based in CINCINNATI, OH, with roadside inspections recorded across 7 states.
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