MARTELL MOTOR EXPRESS
No hard blockers on file
Authority and insurance signals look clear in our data. Still verify live on FMCSA SAFER / L&I before tendering a load.
- FMCSA cargo filing on file · BMC-34 ONEBEACON AMERICA INSURANCE COMPANY · Filing evidence (BMC-34/83) — not a shipper COI Details →
- 1 active operating authority
- Insurance on file · $750,000 THE COMMERCE INSURANCE COMPANY · 91X Details →
- BOC-3 process agent on file NATIONAL RESIDENT AGENT SERVICE, INC. Details →
- Satisfactory FMCSA safety rating
Plain-text risk summary (print / paste)
TruckCodex risk summary — MARTELL MOTOR EXPRESS (USDOT 15123) Verdict: CLEAR TO REVIEW No hard blockers on file Authority and insurance signals look clear in our data. Still verify live on FMCSA SAFER / L&I before tendering a load. Authority / census status: Active Active BIPD limit: $750,000 Officer(s): CHARLES F MARTELL (Company officer) Organization: CORPORATION Blockers: (none) Cautions: (none) On file: • FMCSA cargo filing on file · BMC-34 — ONEBEACON AMERICA INSURANCE COMPANY · Filing evidence (BMC-34/83) — not a shipper COI • 1 active operating authority • Insurance on file · $750,000 — THE COMMERCE INSURANCE COMPANY · 91X • BOC-3 process agent on file — NATIONAL RESIDENT AGENT SERVICE, INC. • Satisfactory FMCSA safety rating Source: https://truckcodex.com/usdot/15123/ As of: Jul 20, 2026 Always confirm on FMCSA SAFER and L&I before tendering — TruckCodex mirrors public filings and can lag by up to a day.
TruckCodex · compliance grade
Compliance grade A
Composite of 4/5 scored components (mean 100/100). Expand for per-signal evidence. Heuristic — not an FMCSA rating or legal advice.
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confidence 80% · 4/5 signals
Compliance grade A
Composite of 4/5 scored components (mean 100/100). Expand for per-signal evidence. Heuristic — not an FMCSA rating or legal advice.
Active census status with no OOS order or revoked authority on file.
Active BIPD/Primary-like policy on file in our insurance history.
Peer OOS benchmark unavailable (missing power units, OOS rates, or fewer than 5 same-size peers).
NR reason: getCarrierPeerSafety returned null.
Official FMCSA Satisfactory safety rating.
No BMC-91 insurance-lapse watch classification on file for this USDOT.
TruckCodex compliance grade from authority, BIPD, peer OOS, FMCSA safety rating, and insurance-watch signals. Not legal advice. See methodology. Booking triage on this page: Clear to review.
1 active liability policy · 1 cargo filing
Company profile
FMCSA L&I filing evidence — not a shipper certificate of insurance (COI). Cargo (BMC-34) is primarily an HHG / household-goods requirement; general freight carriers often have none.
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InsuranceTHE COMMERCE INSURANCE COMPANYPolicy effective Apr 1, 2021
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Process AgentNATIONAL RESIDENT AGENT SERVICE, INC.BOC-3 on file
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Operating AuthorityMC057369ACTIVE
Fleet details (MCS-150)
| Vehicle type | Owned | Term leased | Trip leased |
|---|---|---|---|
| Truck tractors | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| Trailers | 5 | 0 | 0 |
Self-reported on the carrier’s Form MCS-150 (FMCSA Company Census).
Inspections (24 months)
All 9 inspections →| Driver | Vehicle | Hazmat | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inspections | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| OOS inspections | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| OOS percentage | 0% | 0% | — |
| National average | 6.67% | 22.26% | 4.44% |
Roadside inspections in the last 24 months. National averages are FMCSA MCSAP reference rates (driver ~6.7%, vehicle ~23.4%, hazmat ~4.4%).
Carrier analysis & narrative context SEO summary, status notes, AI overview, and safety profiles
MARTELL MOTOR EXPRESS is a corporation based in TYNGSBORO, MA, registered with the FMCSA under USDOT 15123. The carrier is currently active in FMCSA's records, with a safety rating of Satisfactory. MCS-150 self-reporting puts the fleet at 6 power units and 8 drivers, with 9 roadside inspections on file. Use this page to verify the carrier's authority and insurance, review its inspection and crash history, and cross-reference live data on FMCSA SAFER before booking a load or onboarding a partner.
MARTELL MOTOR EXPRESS is a small fleet, operating 6 power units and 8 drivers, organized as a corporation, based in Tyngsboro, MA. Across 6 roadside inspections in the last 24 months, the fleet recorded a 0.0% out-of-service rate, with no reportable crashes on file. BIPD/Primary insurance is on file with THE COMMERCE INSURANCE COMPANY, and operating authority is active for common and contract.
6 roadside inspections over the last 24 months, up 100% versus the prior 24 months, concentrated in CT (3) and MA (2), with Level 3 inspections the most common.
0.0% out-of-service rate; led by Unsafe Driving (57.1% of violations); top code 396.17C-PI (No proof of periodic inspection) cited 2 times.
The fleet comprises 6 power units (small fleet) and 8 drivers; Utility, International, and Mack are the most-inspected makes.
Inspection Analytics Monthly activity · BASIC mix · state map
Monthly Inspection Activity (24 months)
Violations by BASIC Category
Activity by State
| State | Inspections | OOS | OOS % | Last Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Connecticut (CT) | 2 | 0 | 0.0% | May 21, 2025 |
| Massachusetts (MA) | 1 | 0 | 0.0% | Oct 27, 2025 |
Vehicle Fleet Top makes and models observed in roadside inspections
| Make | Model | Inspections |
|---|---|---|
| International | 5 | |
| Mack | 3 | |
| Utility | 3 | |
| Dors | 2 | |
| Fontaine | 2 | |
| Great Dane | 1 |
SMS BASIC Scores FMCSA Safety Measurement System per-BASIC scores
| BASIC | Inspections | Serious | Measure | Percentile | Alert | As Of |
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| Driver Fitness | 0 | — | 0.00 | 0 | — | Jul 13, 2026 |
| Controlled Substances / Alcohol | 0 | — | 0.00 | 0 | — | Jul 13, 2026 |
| Hours of Service | 0 | — | 0.00 | 0 | — | Jul 13, 2026 |
| Unsafe Driving | 2 | — | 2.32 | 2 | — | Jul 13, 2026 |
| Vehicle Maintenance | 1 | — | 4.00 | 4 | — | Jul 13, 2026 |
Higher percentiles indicate worse performance relative to peer carriers. Carriers at or above the FMCSA intervention threshold are marked ALERT.
Recent Inspections (9 rows) View all 9 →
| Inspection # | Date ▼ | State | Level | Station | Vehicle | Violations | Top Codes | OOS |
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| 86156733 | Oct 27, 2025 | MA | 3 | H-STURBRIDGE |
MACK TRUCK TRACTOR
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0 | — | No |
| 84734516 | May 21, 2025 | CT | 3 | ROCKY HILL |
MACK TRUCK TRACTOR
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1 | 392.2-SLLS4 | No |
| 84070453 | Mar 7, 2025 | CT | 2 | LISBON |
INTERNATIONAL TRUCK TRACTOR
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3 | 396.17C-PI, 392.2-SLLS2 | No |
| 81825410 | Jun 7, 2024 | NH | 3 | nh-park-&-ride-hooksett-side-toll |
INTERNATIONAL TRUCK TRACTOR
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1 | 392.16(a) | No |
| 81669794 | May 21, 2024 | MA | 3 | H-NEEDHAM |
INTERNATIONAL TRUCK TRACTOR
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1 | 392.2 | No |
| 81623155 | May 16, 2024 | CT | 1 | — |
MACK TRUCK TRACTOR
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1 | 393.9(a) | No |
| 81300782 | Apr 9, 2024 | CT | 2 | BRANFORD |
INTERNATIONAL TRUCK TRACTOR
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6 | 393.11, 393.55(e), 392.2 | No |
| 79869774 | Oct 3, 2023 | VT | 2 | WILLISTON RA SB |
INTERNATIONAL TRUCK TRACTOR
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3 | 396.17(c), 393.9(a), 392.2 | No |
| 78641492 | May 17, 2023 | ME | 1 | me-kittery---scales |
INTERNATIONAL TRUCK TRACTOR
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3 | 393.75(a)(3), 396.3(a)(1), 393.47(d) | Yes |
Recent Crashes (14 rows)
| Report # | Date ▼ | State | Fatalities | Injuries | Tow | Hazmat | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NH0000374216 | Mar 7, 2016 | NH | 0 | 2 | Yes | No | Injury |
| NH0000026116 | Jan 8, 2016 | NH | 0 | 1 | No | No | Injury |
| NH0001249615 | Aug 18, 2015 | NH | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
| NH0000184412 | Mar 1, 2012 | NH | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
| NH0001443211 | Jun 22, 2011 | NH | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
| MA1001203902 | Aug 12, 2008 | MA | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
| CTG06-296886 | Aug 31, 2006 | CT | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
| MA1000908743 | Feb 24, 2006 | MA | 0 | 1 | Yes | No | Injury |
| NC0098197217 | Oct 15, 1998 | NC | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
| VA0000061087 | Jul 17, 1998 | VA | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
| CTG97-338889 | Sep 30, 1997 | CT | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
| CTH96226241A | Aug 8, 1996 | CT | 0 | 1 | Yes | No | Injury |
| NY961651960A | Feb 2, 1996 | NY | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
| MA0000000378 | Oct 5, 1994 | MA | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
Authority Records (1 docket)
Insurance Coverage Timeline (20 rows)
Every insurance policy on file, newest effective date first. Amber rows mark BIPD/Primary coverage gaps.
| Insurer | Policy # | Type | Limit | Effective | Cancel | Status |
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| THE COMMERCE INSURANCE COMPANY | BGNMJC | 91X | $750,000 | Apr 1, 2021 | On file | ACTIVE |
| THE COMMERCE INSURANCE COMPANY | BGNMJC | BIPD/Primary | — | Sep 16, 2015 | Apr 1, 2021 | REPLACED |
| THE COMMERCE INSURANCE COMPANY | BGNMJC | BIPD/Primary | — | Apr 1, 2015 | Sep 16, 2015 | REPLACED |
| THE COMMERCE INSURANCE COMPANY | BDWXKZ | BIPD/Primary | — | Apr 1, 2013 | Apr 1, 2015 | REPLACED |
| ONEBEACON AMERICA INSURANCE COMPANY | 790001436 | 34 | — | Dec 20, 2007 | On file | ACTIVE |
| SAFETY INSURANCE CO. | 5055372 | BIPD/Primary | — | Apr 1, 2007 | Apr 1, 2007 | REPLACED |
| TRAVELERS PROPERTY CASUALTY CO. OF AMERICA | Y-810-717K3654-TIL-07 | BIPD/Primary | — | Apr 1, 2007 | Apr 1, 2013 | REPLACED |
| SAFETY INSURANCE CO. | 3950955 | BIPD/Primary | — | Apr 1, 2006 | Apr 1, 2007 | REPLACED |
| SAFETY INSURANCE CO. | 3950955 | BIPD/Primary | — | Apr 1, 2006 | Apr 7, 2007 | CANCELLED |
| ONEBEACON INSURANCE COMPANY | R829097 | CARGO | — | Jan 1, 2004 | Dec 20, 2007 | REPLACED |
| HANOVER INSURANCE CO. | AFN 6995454 | BIPD/Primary | — | Apr 1, 2003 | Apr 1, 2006 | CANCELLED |
| TRAVELERS INDEMNITY COMPANY | 820 2344A29 1 | BIPD/Primary | — | Apr 1, 2002 | May 14, 2003 | CANCELLED |
| HANOVER INSURANCE CO. | AMN 593 36 17 | BIPD/Primary | — | Apr 1, 2001 | Apr 1, 2002 | REPLACED |
| TRAVELERS INDEMNITY COMPANY | CAP 717 K 00 13 | BIPD/Primary | — | Feb 15, 1997 | Apr 1, 2001 | REPLACED |
| TRAVELERS INDEMNITY COMPANY | BAP716K745-1 | BIPD/Primary | — | Feb 15, 1996 | Feb 15, 1997 | REPLACED |
| GENERAL STAR INDEMNITY COMPANY | IXG339771 | BIPD/Excess | — | Feb 15, 1996 | Feb 15, 1997 | CANCELLED |
| TRAVELERS INDEMNITY COMPANY | BAP469K786-2 | BIPD/Primary | — | Jan 24, 1995 | Mar 21, 1996 | CANCELLED |
| GENERAL STAR INDEMNITY COMPANY | IXG-329439 | BIPD/Excess | — | Jan 24, 1995 | Jan 24, 1996 | CANCELLED |
| TRAVELERS INDEMNITY COMPANY | BAP 469K786-2 | BIPD/Primary | — | Jan 24, 1993 | Jan 24, 1995 | REPLACED |
| LUMBERMENS MUTUAL CASUALTY CO. | 3AT57242800 | CARGO | — | Jan 1, 1988 | Jan 1, 2004 | REPLACED |
Compliance Timeline Merged authority / insurance / enforcement events
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Apr 1, 2021insuranceTERM/REPL — THE COMMERCE INSURANCE COMPANY
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Sep 16, 2015insuranceTERM/REPL — THE COMMERCE INSURANCE COMPANY
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Apr 1, 2015insuranceTERM/REPL — THE COMMERCE INSURANCE COMPANY
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Apr 1, 2013insuranceTERM/REPL — TRAVELERS PROPERTY CASUALTY CO. OF AMERICA
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Dec 20, 2007insuranceTERM/REPL — ONEBEACON INSURANCE COMPANY
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Apr 7, 2007insuranceTERM/CANCL — SAFETY INSURANCE CO.
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Apr 1, 2007insuranceTERM/REPL — SAFETY INSURANCE CO.
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Apr 1, 2007insuranceTERM/REPL — SAFETY INSURANCE CO.
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Apr 1, 2006insuranceCANCEL — HANOVER INSURANCE CO.
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Mar 31, 2006
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Jan 1, 2004insuranceTERM/REPL — LUMBERMENS MUTUAL CASUALTY CO.
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Jul 1, 2003
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May 14, 2003insuranceCANCEL — TRAVELERS INDEMNITY COMPANY
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Apr 1, 2002insuranceTERM/REPL — HANOVER INSURANCE CO.
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Apr 1, 2001insuranceTERM/REPL — TRAVELERS INDEMNITY COMPANY
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Apr 4, 1997
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Feb 15, 1997insuranceCANCEL — GENERAL STAR INDEMNITY COMPANY
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Feb 15, 1997insuranceTERM/REPL — TRAVELERS INDEMNITY COMPANY
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Apr 24, 1996
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Mar 21, 1996insuranceCANCEL — TRAVELERS INDEMNITY COMPANY
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Jan 24, 1996insuranceCANCEL — GENERAL STAR INDEMNITY COMPANY
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Jan 24, 1995insuranceTERM/REPL — TRAVELERS INDEMNITY COMPANY
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Oct 9, 1986
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May 22, 1984
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Jun 8, 1982
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Sep 25, 1981
Top Stations & Violation Codes Where this carrier gets inspected and what they get cited for
Most-Inspected Stations
| Station | State | Inspections | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|
| BRANFORD | CT | 1 | 0 |
| LISBON | CT | 1 | 0 |
| ROCKY HILL | CT | 1 | 0 |
| H-NEEDHAM | MA | 1 | 0 |
| H-STURBRIDGE | MA | 1 | 0 |
| WILLISTON RA SB | VT | 1 | 0 |
Top Violation Codes Cited
| Code | Description | Category | Cited | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 392.2 | Violation of Local Laws - Explain: | Unsafe Driving | 3 | 0 |
| 393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | Vehicle Maintenance | 2 | 0 |
| 392.16(a) | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | Unsafe Driving | 1 | 0 |
| 393.11 | No or defective lighting devices or reflective material as required | Vehicle Maintenance | 1 | 0 |
| 393.45(b)(2) | Brake hose or tubing chafing and/or kinking | Vehicle Maintenance | 1 | 0 |
| 393.47(d) | All Brakes - Insufficient brake lining thickness | Vehicle Maintenance | 1 | 0 |
| 393.55(c)(1) | Truck Tractor manufactured on or after March 1, 1997 not equipped with an antilock brake system. | Vehicle Maintenance | 1 | 0 |
| 393.55(e) | No or Defective ABS Malfunction Indicator Lamp for trailer manufactured after 03/01/1998 | Vehicle Maintenance | 1 | 0 |
| 393.75(a)(3) | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | Vehicle Maintenance | 1 | 1 |
| 393.95(a) | No/discharged/unsecured fire extinguisher | Vehicle Maintenance | 1 | 0 |
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Docket MC057369
common · ACTIVE · MC
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THE COMMERCE INSURANCE COMPANY
91X policy on file
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ONEBEACON AMERICA INSURANCE COMPANY
34 policy on file
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SAFETY INSURANCE CO.
BIPD/Primary policy on file
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TRAVELERS PROPERTY CASUALTY CO. OF AMERICA
BIPD/Primary policy on file
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ONEBEACON INSURANCE COMPANY
CARGO policy on file
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HANOVER INSURANCE CO.
BIPD/Primary policy on file
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TRAVELERS INDEMNITY COMPANY
BIPD/Primary policy on file
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GENERAL STAR INDEMNITY COMPANY
BIPD/Excess policy on file
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LUMBERMENS MUTUAL CASUALTY CO.
CARGO policy on file
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NATIONAL RESIDENT AGENT SERVICE, INC.
BOC-3 process agent · 6,842 carriers served
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9 inspections
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14 reportable crashes
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How to verify MARTELL MOTOR EXPRESS
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- Examine inspection and crash history. Open the Inspection History and Crash History subpages for the full record. Look for patterns: repeat OOS findings on the same unit, multiple crashes in a short window, or violations clustered in one BASIC category.
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About FMCSA carrier records
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