BEST IN WEST TRANSPORTATION INC
USDOT 1607550 • 13704 DE FOE AVE, SYLMAR, CA, 91342
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
Risk Signals1 flagged
Signals are auto-detected from FMCSA public records. This is not a regulatory determination.
Authority & Insurance
Operating authority, insurance filings, and BOC-3 status
Operating Authority
| Authority Type | Docket # | Status | Original Date | Final Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Common Carrier | MC-594462 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Nov 4, 2025 |
Active Insurance (2)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACCREDITED SURETY AND CASUALTY COMPANY, INC. | BIPD/Primary | 1BWHCA1901259997-02 | ON FILE | Nov 7, 2024 | Nov 7, 2025 |
| LEXINGTON INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | 012944869-C1344 | ON FILE | Nov 3, 2010 | Sep 6, 2011 |
Insurance History (29 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACCREDITED SURETY AND CASUALTY COMPANY, INC. | BIPD/Primary | 1BWHCA1901259997-01 | CANCELLED | Nov 7, 2023 | Nov 7, 2024 |
| ACCREDITED SURETY AND CASUALTY COMPANY, INC. | BIPD/Primary | 1BWHCA1901259997-00 | REPLACED | Nov 7, 2022 | Nov 7, 2023 |
| ACCREDITED SURETY AND CASUALTY COMPANY, INC. | BIPD/Primary | 1BWHCA1901259547-01 | CANCELLED | Nov 7, 2021 | Nov 7, 2022 |
| ACCREDITED SURETY AND CASUALTY COMPANY, INC. | BIPD/Primary | 1BWHCA1901259547-00 | CANCELLED | Nov 7, 2020 | Nov 7, 2021 |
| CRUSADER INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CTP-017478 | CANCELLED | Nov 7, 2019 | Nov 7, 2020 |
| AMERICAN SENTINEL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | FCT000647-02 | CANCELLED | Nov 7, 2018 | Nov 7, 2019 |
| AMERICAN SENTINEL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | FCT000647-01 | CANCELLED | Nov 7, 2017 | Nov 7, 2018 |
| AEGIS SECURITY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | AST0001393 | CANCELLED | Nov 7, 2016 | Nov 7, 2017 |
| AEGIS SECURITY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | AST0000624 | CANCELLED | Nov 7, 2015 | Nov 7, 2016 |
| WESCO INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WPP1116191-01 | CANCELLED | Nov 7, 2014 | Nov 7, 2015 |
| WESCO INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WPP1116191-00 | CANCELLED | Nov 7, 2013 | Nov 7, 2014 |
| TOPA INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TLH002968-02 | CANCELLED | Nov 7, 2012 | Nov 7, 2013 |
| TOPA INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TLH002968-01 | CANCELLED | Nov 7, 2011 | Nov 7, 2012 |
| TOPA INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TLH002968-00 | CANCELLED | Aug 1, 2011 | Nov 7, 2011 |
| TOPA INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TLH002968-00 | NAME CHANGED | Nov 7, 2010 | Sep 6, 2011 |
| TOPA INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TLH002968-00 | REPLACED | Nov 7, 2010 | Aug 1, 2011 |
| NEW YORK MARINE & GENERAL INS. CO. | BIPD/Primary | CT100104 | REPLACED | Nov 7, 2009 | Nov 7, 2010 |
| NEW YORK MARINE & GENERAL INS. CO. | CARGO | CT100104 | CANCELLED | Nov 7, 2009 | Nov 21, 2010 |
| NEW YORK MARINE & GENERAL INS. CO. | CARGO | CT100104 | REPLACED | Nov 7, 2009 | Nov 3, 2010 |
| NEW YORK MARINE & GENERAL INS. CO. | BIPD/Primary | CT100104 | CANCELLED | Nov 7, 2009 | Nov 21, 2010 |
| EMPIRE FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO. | CARGO | CL-323402 | CANCELLED | Nov 10, 2008 | Nov 10, 2009 |
| EMPIRE FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO. | CARGO | CL-323402 | REPLACED | Nov 10, 2008 | Nov 7, 2009 |
| UNIVERSAL CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TKCA51469 | CANCELLED | Nov 7, 2008 | Nov 7, 2009 |
| EMPIRE FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO. | CARGO | CL-321580 | CANCELLED | Nov 10, 2007 | Nov 10, 2008 |
| UNIVERSAL CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CATK02280 | REPLACED | Nov 7, 2007 | Nov 7, 2007 |
| UNIVERSAL CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CATK02280 | CANCELLED | Nov 7, 2007 | Nov 7, 2008 |
| UNIVERSAL CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CATK02280 | CANCELLED | Nov 7, 2007 | Jan 9, 2008 |
| GLOBAL HAWK INSURANCE COMPANY, A RRG | BIPD/Primary | GHITN6004-20 | CANCELLED | Feb 22, 2007 | Nov 7, 2007 |
| LEXINGTON INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | 128-36-55-C58411 | CANCELLED | Feb 22, 2007 | Nov 10, 2007 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CANCEL | ACCREDITED SURETY AND CASUALTY COMPANY, INC. | 1BWHCA1901259997-02 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 7, 2025 | Nov 7, 2025 |
| CANCEL | ACCREDITED SURETY AND CASUALTY COMPANY, INC. | 1BWHCA1901259997-01 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 7, 2024 | Nov 7, 2024 |
| TERM/REPL | ACCREDITED SURETY AND CASUALTY COMPANY, INC. | 1BWHCA1901259997-00 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 7, 2023 | Nov 7, 2023 |
| CANCEL | ACCREDITED SURETY AND CASUALTY COMPANY, INC. | 1BWHCA1901259547-01 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 7, 2022 | Nov 7, 2022 |
| CANCEL | ACCREDITED SURETY AND CASUALTY COMPANY, INC. | 1BWHCA1901259547-00 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 7, 2021 | Nov 7, 2021 |
| CANCEL | CRUSADER INSURANCE COMPANY | CTP-017478 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 7, 2020 | Nov 7, 2020 |
| CANCEL | AMERICAN SENTINEL INSURANCE COMPANY | FCT000647-02 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 7, 2019 | Nov 7, 2019 |
| CANCEL | AMERICAN SENTINEL INSURANCE COMPANY | FCT000647-01 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 7, 2018 | Nov 7, 2018 |
| CANCEL | AEGIS SECURITY INSURANCE COMPANY | AST0001393 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 7, 2017 | Nov 7, 2017 |
| CANCEL | AEGIS SECURITY INSURANCE COMPANY | AST0000624 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 7, 2016 | Nov 7, 2016 |
| CANCEL | WESCO INSURANCE COMPANY | WPP1116191-01 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 7, 2015 | Nov 7, 2015 |
| CANCEL | WESCO INSURANCE COMPANY | WPP1116191-00 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 7, 2014 | Nov 7, 2014 |
| CANCEL | TOPA INSURANCE COMPANY | TLH002968-02 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 7, 2013 | Nov 7, 2013 |
| CANCEL | TOPA INSURANCE COMPANY | TLH002968-01 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 7, 2012 | Nov 7, 2012 |
| CANCEL | TOPA INSURANCE COMPANY | TLH002968-00 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 7, 2011 | Nov 7, 2011 |
| NAMECHG | LEXINGTON INSURANCE COMPANY | 012944869-C1344 | CARGO | Sep 6, 2011 | Sep 6, 2011 |
| TERM/CANCL | TOPA INSURANCE COMPANY | TLH002968-00 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 6, 2011 | Sep 6, 2011 |
| TERM/REPL | TOPA INSURANCE COMPANY | TLH002968-00 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 1, 2011 | Aug 1, 2011 |
| TERM/CANCL | NEW YORK MARINE & GENERAL INS. CO. | CT100104 | CARGO | Nov 21, 2010 | Nov 21, 2010 |
| TERM/CANCL | NEW YORK MARINE & GENERAL INS. CO. | CT100104 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 21, 2010 | Nov 21, 2010 |
| TERM/REPL | NEW YORK MARINE & GENERAL INS. CO. | CT100104 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 7, 2010 | Nov 7, 2010 |
| TERM/REPL | NEW YORK MARINE & GENERAL INS. CO. | CT100104 | CARGO | Nov 3, 2010 | Nov 3, 2010 |
| TERM/CANCL | EMPIRE FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO. | CL-323402 | CARGO | Nov 10, 2009 | Nov 10, 2009 |
| CANCEL | UNIVERSAL CASUALTY COMPANY | TKCA51469 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 7, 2009 | Nov 7, 2009 |
| TERM/REPL | EMPIRE FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO. | CL-323402 | CARGO | Nov 7, 2009 | Nov 7, 2009 |
| CANCEL | EMPIRE FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO. | CL-321580 | CARGO | Nov 10, 2008 | Nov 10, 2008 |
| CANCEL | UNIVERSAL CASUALTY COMPANY | CATK02280 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 7, 2008 | Nov 7, 2008 |
| TERM/CANCL | UNIVERSAL CASUALTY COMPANY | CATK02280 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 9, 2008 | Jan 9, 2008 |
| CANCEL | LEXINGTON INSURANCE COMPANY | 128-36-55-C58411 | CARGO | Nov 10, 2007 | Nov 10, 2007 |
| CANCEL | GLOBAL HAWK INSURANCE COMPANY, A RRG | GHITN6004-20 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 7, 2007 | Nov 7, 2007 |
| TERM/REPL | UNIVERSAL CASUALTY COMPANY | CATK02280 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 7, 2007 | Nov 7, 2007 |
Authority Action History (22 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC594462 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 14, 2025 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 4, 2025 |
| MC594462 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 11, 2024 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 31, 2024 |
| MC594462 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 11, 2022 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 28, 2022 |
| MC594462 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 12, 2021 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 3, 2021 |
| MC594462 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 13, 2020 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 3, 2020 |
| MC594462 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 11, 2019 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 5, 2019 |
| MC594462 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 11, 2018 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 5, 2018 |
| MC594462 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 11, 2017 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 6, 2017 |
| MC594462 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 11, 2016 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 31, 2016 |
| MC594462 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 13, 2015 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 4, 2015 |
| MC594462 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 14, 2014 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 5, 2014 |
| MC594462 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 11, 2013 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 6, 2013 |
| MC594462 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 11, 2012 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 7, 2012 |
| MC594462 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 11, 2011 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 8, 2011 |
| MC594462 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Aug 3, 2011 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Aug 2, 2011 |
| MC594462 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 25, 2010 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 5, 2010 |
| MC594462 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 14, 2009 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 4, 2009 |
| MC594462 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 13, 2009 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 4, 2009 |
| MC594462 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 14, 2008 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 5, 2008 |
| MC594462 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 15, 2007 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 31, 2007 |
| MC594462 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 11, 2007 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 6, 2007 |
| MC594462 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Mar 20, 2007 | — | Unknown |
Safety & Inspections
SMS BASIC scores, inspection history, and out-of-service rates
SMS BASIC Scores
Higher percentile = worse safety performance relative to peers. Scores at or above 75% trigger FMCSA alerts.
Inspection Activity (24 months)
Monthly inspection counts with OOS months highlighted. Hover bars for details.
Inspection Activity Map
5 states • 24 inspections
Violation Summary (70 violations from 24 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 7 | 2 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17C-PI | No proof of periodic inspection | 4 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47(e) | Slack adjuster defective | 4 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55E-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 3 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 3 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.26(b) | Motor carrier failed to ensure that the ELD automatically recorded the required data elements. | 3 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEQP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-BALAC | Brake - Audible air leak from a brake chamber | 2 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSML | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LHLI | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.5(b) | Fuel system leak | 2 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLML | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.8E-HOSPDOOS | False record of duty status | 1 | 1 | 10 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-BOS | BRAKES OUT OF SERVICE: The number of defective brakes is equal to or greater than 20 percent of the service brakes on the vehicle or combination | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-ALBV | Air Brake - Any leak from a brake valve | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LTSI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-B-AIR | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60C | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47A-BCFSAD-SA | Brake chamber - cracked/broken | 1 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47A-BCFSAD | Brake chamber - cracked/broken | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.203E-CBP | Cab and Body Parts - Cab front bumper missing/not secured/protruding | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.78A-WS | Windshield condition defective | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8E-HOSPD | False record of duty status | 1 | 1 | 10 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.3A3I-HOSPDIT | HOS (Property) - Driving more than 11 hours following 10 consecutive hours off duty at the time of inspection. Time | 1 | 1 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.3A2-HOSPRNC | Driving beyond 14 hour duty period at time of inspection. (Property carrying vehicle) - Nominal Violation | 1 | 1 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LTSIR | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.209E-STPSD | Steering - Power steering components loose/broken | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.61-WD | Windows - Missing side window(s) in driver compartment | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.201A-VUCS | Frame - cracked/loose/broken | 1 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.80A | Exhaust system defective | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LCL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS2 | Speeding 6-10 mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 5 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.53(b) | Steering system components worn | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55(d)(3) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55(b) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8(a)(1) | Not using the appropriate method to record hours of service | 1 | 1 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.48(a) | Inoperative/defective brakes | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.15(i)(9) | Driver not adequately trained in the operation of the automatic on-board recording device | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(3) | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.207(f) | Air suspension pressure loss | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LFTSI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.75(a) | Tires/tubes - general defects | 1 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.78 | Windshield condition defective | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45 | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:172.502(a)(1) | Placarding general requirements | 1 | 0 | 7 | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:393.47(a) | Brake chamber - cracked/broken | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
Peer Context
This carrier vs national averages. Lower is better for all metrics.
National averages: vehicle OOS 23.4%, driver OOS 6.7%, violations per inspection ~1.8. Based on FMCSA MCSAP program data.
Inspection History (24 inspections)
Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
Most frequent inspection stations
Violations by BASIC category
Recent Crashes
5 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (5 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 1, 2025 | UT | INJURY | 0 | 1 | THOMPSON SPRINGS | I-70 | ...205573 | BEST IN WEST TRANSPORTATION INC |
| Mar 14, 2023 | UT | INJURY | 0 | 1 | PARAGONAH | I-15 SB MP 85, at 3 Feet N of I-15 SB MP 85 | ...BM2069 | BEST IN WEST TRANSPORTATION INC |
| Jan 20, 2016 | CO | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Feb 3, 2010 | UT | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Apr 7, 2009 | CO | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
Enforcement Actions
1 closed case — FMCSA civil penalties
1 Enforcement Case
| Case Number | Closed Date | Violation Code(s) | Settlement | Subject Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CA-2021-0252-US0963 | Nov 19, 2021 | 382.305(b)(1); 382.305(b)(2) | $11,780 | Carrier |
Compliance Timeline
38 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 38 events