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Carrier profile · USDOT 269495 · MC-186984 · Updated Sep 6, 2026
Hot Shot Express Inc
88 power unitsavg 9.7 yrNational · 37 statesMOON TOWNSHIP, PA88/100
CARRIER ACTIVEMC-186984 ACTIVERATED SATISFACTORYHAZMAT
Observed fleet · trailing 24 mo daily
88Power units
94 observed · MCS-150
115Trailers seen
Decoded · vPIC
9.7Avg age (yr)
1997–2026 · 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 41 yearsOperating authority has been on file since 1986.Out-of-service rates below national averageBoth vehicle and driver OOS rates beat the national benchmark across 354 inspections.
USDOT registration4040 yr registered
Active for-hireInsurance (BIPD)$2M in force
FMCSA L&IVehicle OOS · 24-mo21.2%
▼ 22.26% nat'lCrashes · fatal55
9 in 24 moVektor intelligence · beyond the federal recordProprietary signals computed from VIN-decoded inspections & daily FMCSA snapshots
Fleet age vs peersTypical
9.7 yr
Model years 1997–2026 · peer benchmark unavailable.
Identity stabilityStable
40 yr unchanged
Same registration since 1986 — no chameleon / reincarnation signal.
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Verification summary
HOT SHOT EXPRESS INC (USDOT 269495) 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 $2,000,000 limit in force from NATIONAL UNION FIRE INS. CO. OF PITSBGH. PA effective Aug 1, 2024 in FMCSA L&I's current snapshot as of Sep 6, 2026.
Its vehicle out-of-service rate was 21.2% over the last 24 months, versus the 22.26% CVSA national average, from FMCSA roadside-inspection data refreshed Sep 6, 2026.
The carrier received 224 roadside inspections in the last 24 months — 146 vehicle-level and 224 driver-level — across 37 states, according to FMCSA roadside-inspection data refreshed Sep 6, 2026.
The carrier has 9 reportable crashes in the last 24 months and 5 fatal crashes across the full FMCSA crash record available as of Sep 6, 2026.
It reports 88 power units and 93 drivers in its most recent MCS-150 filing dated Oct 13, 2025.
It has an FMCSA safety rating of Satisfactory assigned Feb 2, 1987 in the federal record refreshed Sep 6, 2026.
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Frequently asked
What is HOT SHOT EXPRESS INC's USDOT number?
HOT SHOT EXPRESS INC's USDOT number is 269495, and its motor carrier number is MC-186984.
Is HOT SHOT EXPRESS INC authorized to operate?
As of Sep 6, 2026, HOT SHOT EXPRESS INC is active in the FMCSA register with common, contract, broker operating authority on file.
What is HOT SHOT EXPRESS INC's safety record?
HOT SHOT EXPRESS INC has a 21.2% vehicle out-of-service rate (national average 22.26%) across 354 roadside inspections, with 9 reportable crashes in the last 24 months, and an FMCSA "Satisfactory" safety rating. Vektor's computed risk score is 88/100 (tier: clear).
How big is HOT SHOT EXPRESS INC's fleet?
HOT SHOT EXPRESS INC operates 88 power units and 93 drivers per its most recent MCS-150 filing.
Where is HOT SHOT EXPRESS INC based?
HOT SHOT EXPRESS INC is based in MOON TOWNSHIP, PA, with roadside inspections recorded across 37 states.
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