PASTOR E TORRES
USDOT 2034501 • DBA: BRANDON TRUCKING • 10130 EQUESTRIAN PL, SALINAS, CA, 93907
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
Authority & Insurance
Operating authority, insurance filings, and BOC-3 status
Operating Authority
| Authority Type | Docket # | Status | Original Date | Final Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Common Carrier | MC-935347 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Jun 26, 2024 |
Active Insurance (1)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HIGHLANDER SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CH01-0001382-01 | ON FILE | Jun 25, 2023 | Jun 25, 2024 |
Insurance History (8 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 842245001 | CANCELLED | Jun 25, 2021 | Jun 25, 2023 |
| WILLIAMSBURG NATIONAL INS CO. | BIPD/Primary | CA0953029 | CANCELLED | Jun 25, 2020 | Jun 25, 2021 |
| UNITED FINANCIAL CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA 0823044 | REPLACED | Jun 25, 2019 | Jun 25, 2020 |
| AMERICAN SENTINEL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | FCT002057-01 | CANCELLED | Apr 6, 2019 | Jun 25, 2019 |
| AMERICAN SENTINEL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | FCT002057-01 | CANCELLED | Jun 25, 2018 | Apr 6, 2019 |
| QUALITAS INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | QCAD-97161-01 | CANCELLED | Jun 25, 2017 | Jun 25, 2018 |
| SUTTER INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | STP26147 | CANCELLED | Jun 25, 2016 | Jun 25, 2017 |
| DB INSURANCE CO., LTD (U.S.BRANCH) | BIPD/Primary | CCA-0004747-00 | CANCELLED | Sep 21, 2015 | Jun 25, 2016 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CANCEL | HIGHLANDER SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | CH01-0001382-01 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 25, 2024 | Jun 25, 2024 |
| CANCEL | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | 842245001 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 25, 2023 | Jun 25, 2023 |
| CANCEL | WILLIAMSBURG NATIONAL INS CO. | CA0953029 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 25, 2021 | Jun 25, 2021 |
| TERM/REPL | UNITED FINANCIAL CASUALTY COMPANY | CA 0823044 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 25, 2020 | Jun 25, 2020 |
| CANCEL | AMERICAN SENTINEL INSURANCE COMPANY | FCT002057-01 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 25, 2019 | Jun 25, 2019 |
| CANCEL | AMERICAN SENTINEL INSURANCE COMPANY | FCT002057-01 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 6, 2019 | Apr 6, 2019 |
| CANCEL | QUALITAS INSURANCE COMPANY | QCAD-97161-01 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 25, 2018 | Jun 25, 2018 |
| CANCEL | SUTTER INSURANCE COMPANY | STP26147 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 25, 2017 | Jun 25, 2017 |
| CANCEL | DB INSURANCE CO., LTD (U.S.BRANCH) | CCA-0004747-00 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 25, 2016 | Jun 25, 2016 |
Authority Action History (9 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC935347 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 29, 2024 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jun 26, 2024 |
| MC935347 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 30, 2023 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jun 23, 2023 |
| MC935347 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jun 1, 2021 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jun 24, 2021 |
| MC935347 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 29, 2019 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jun 20, 2019 |
| MC935347 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Mar 11, 2019 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Mar 21, 2019 |
| MC935347 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 29, 2018 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jun 26, 2018 |
| MC935347 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 30, 2017 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jun 27, 2017 |
| MC935347 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 31, 2016 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jun 24, 2016 |
| MC935347 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Oct 8, 2015 | — | 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
4 states • 190 inspections
Violation Summary (226 violations from latest 100 of 190 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 30 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 13 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEQP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 12 | 1 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.47E | Slack adjuster defective | 8 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.24D-ELDPT | HOS (ELD) - On request by an authorized safety official a driver must produce and transfer from an ELD the driver's hours of service records in accordance with t | 5 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.95A4-EEUS | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - unsecured | 5 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75A3-TAOL | Tires - All others leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS | 5 | 5 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-B-VAC | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 4 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA1 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 4 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.53B-B | Steering system components worn | 4 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS2 | Speeding 6-10 mph over limit | 4 | 0 | 5 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 4 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LHLI | Inoperable required lamps | 3 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LLPL | Inoperable required lamps | 3 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8E-HOSPD | False record of duty status | 3 | 0 | 10 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-CSLRR | Lighting devices/reflectors | 3 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-LCL | Lighting devices/reflectors | 3 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-B-AIR | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 3 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60(d) | Glazing/window obstructions | 3 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.78A-WS | Windshield condition defective | 2 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LIL | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17C-PI | No proof of periodic inspection | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55E-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 2 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8E-HOSPDOOS | False record of duty status | 2 | 2 | 10 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS3 | Speeding 11-14 mph over limit | 2 | 0 | 7 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSML | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:390.21TC-MC | 390.21TC-MC | 2 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTCD | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLMF | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.11B-CSURR | Lighting devices/reflectors | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-LSLM | Lighting devices/reflectors | 2 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8A1-HOSP | HOS (Property) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed | 2 | 2 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.22G-ELDMFV | HOS (ELD) - A portable ELD is not mounted in a fixed position and visible to the driver when seated in the normal driving position. | 2 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.95(a) | Emergency equipment - fire extinguisher missing/defective | 2 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(c) | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 2 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| fmcsr:78A-WS | 78A-WS | 1 | 0 | — | — |
| fmcsr:55E-B | 55E-B | 1 | 0 | — | — |
| fmcsr:3A2-HOSPD | 3A2-HOSPD | 1 | 0 | — | — |
| FMCSR:395.8F1-HOSM | HOS (Manner) - Driver's record of duty status not current to the time shown for last change of duty status. Date and Time: | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.8D5-HOSF | 395.8D5-HOSF | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.8D3-HOSF | 395.8D3-HOSF | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.43B-BATV | Brake - relay emergency valve | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55D1-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.205A-WRC | Wheel/rim defective | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.83H | Exhaust - Not securely fastened to the vehicle | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-BACP | Air Brake - Air compressor cracked/broken/loose pulley | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-BACM-L6 | Air Brake - Air compressor mounting brackets have missing or loose mounting bolts. | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:383.95A-LCDL | Restriction - (CDL) - Operate a CMV in violation of a restriction | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:395.8E1PC | HOS - False record of duty status driver improper use of Personal Conveyance - Not OOS | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.11B-CSRIGRR | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.207B-AALPME | Frame cracked/broken/sagging | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.9D2-FTF | Failing to correct the violation(s)/defect(s) noted on the roadside inspection report | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-LCHL | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.71A-D | Driver - Using or equipping a CMV with a radar detector | 1 | 0 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLIT | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.8F12-HOSM | 395.8F12-HOSM | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.8F5-HOSM | 395.8F5-HOSM | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:391.11B2-Q | Driver cannot satisfy the English language proficiency requirements of 391.11(b)(2) as per FMCSA Enforcement Guidance Memo MC-SEE-2025-0001. Driver failed the I | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.209E-SPSLA | Steering - Power steering leaking anywhere. | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-LRLM | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8K2-HOSRC | HOS (Manner) - Driver failed to retain a copy of each record of duty status for the previous 7 consecutive days which shall be in his/her possession and available | 1 | 1 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.95A1 | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - no fire extinguisher present or not properly rated. | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.205A-WRBH | Wheel/rim defective | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| 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:393.9A-LFTSI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-HLLH | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.201A-FRCLS | Frame - cracked/loose/broken | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2SLLHOS | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:390.21TE-LCMVINFO | 390.21TE-LCMVINFO | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLLR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:383.51A-SIN | CDL disqualification - major offense | 1 | 1 | 10 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:396.5B-HWSL | Fuel system leak | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45D-B | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.43D-BIPBS | Brake - relay emergency valve | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.9A2-C | Cargo - Vehicle components or dunnage not secured | 1 | 1 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSIV | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.75C-TAOTD-LT2/32 | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95F | Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLCP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.22H4-ELDBRODS | HOS (ELD) - In-Vehicle Information - Failing to have a supply of blank driver's records of duty status graph-grids sufficient to record the driver's duty status a | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS4 | Speeding 15+ mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 10 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWG1 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.47A-BCLMBD | Brake chamber - cracked/broken | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47A-BCFSBD | Brake chamber - cracked/broken | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-BALAC | Brake - Audible air leak from a brake chamber | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.78 | Windshield condition defective | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60C | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:382.501A-SSF | Drugs/Other Substances - Operating a CMV while recorded as prohibited from performing safety-sensitive functions. | 1 | 1 | — | Controlled Substances/Alcohol |
| FMCSR:383.71(c) | 383.71(c) | 1 | 0 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:383.23(a)(2) | CDL - wrong class | 1 | 1 | 8 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:391.45(a) | No medical exam certificate | 1 | 0 | 6 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:395.8(a)(1) | Not using the appropriate method to record hours of service | 1 | 1 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.16(a) | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.43 | Brake - relay emergency valve | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8(e)(1) | 395.8(e)(1) | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.24(d) | ELD cannot transfer ELD records electronically | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.47(e) | Slack adjuster defective | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53(b) | Steering system components worn | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.5(a) | Oil/grease leak | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.207(a) | Suspension defective | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(3) | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.24 | HOS (ELD) - ELD Form and Manner | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.45(b)(2) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45(d) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | 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 (190 inspections)
Showing 50 of 190
Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
Most frequent inspection stations
Violations by BASIC category
Recent Crashes
16 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (16 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 19, 2026 | CA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | UNINCORPORATED | VARNER RD | ...273537 | PASTOR E TORRES |
| Aug 19, 2025 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | PASADENA | I-210 W/B (FOOTHILL FREEWAY) | ...491556 | PASTOR E TORRES |
| Aug 11, 2025 | CA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | UNINCORPORATED | I-580 W/B | ...388127 | PASTOR E TORRES |
| Mar 19, 2024 | CA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | SELMA | 36.558742/-119.609899 | ...262394 | BRANDON TRUCKING |
| Feb 24, 2024 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | UNINCORPORATED | 32.843841/-115.505432 | ...BS6575 | PASTOR E TORRES |
| Dec 24, 2023 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | SAN JOSE | 37.364183/-121.9000005 | ...GB6118 | PASTOR E TORRES |
| Sep 22, 2023 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | SAN LUIS OBISPO | 35.150160/ -120.651361 | ...262394 | PASTOR E TORRES |
| Aug 5, 2023 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | UNINCORPORATED | 36.229957/-121.174071 | ...368973 | PASTOR E TORRES |
| May 4, 2023 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | LOS ANGELES | RT5 SB SAF/700ft N LORENA ST | ...196438 | PASTOR E TORRES |
| May 17, 2022 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | UNINCORPORATED | ALGODONES RD/1859ft N of CALLE MARIANO MARIA LEE | ...262394 | PASTOR E TORRES |
| Mar 31, 2022 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | AZUSA | RT 210 WB/500ft W of VERNON AVE | ...388127 | PASTOR E TORRES |
| Jan 5, 2022 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | UNINCORPORATED | SR115/ZENOS RD | ...412774 | PASTOR E TORRES |
| Feb 2, 2021 | CA | FATAL | 1 | 0 | UNINCORPORATED | RT101/1.3m S LOS LOBOS RD | ...273537 | PASTOR E TORRES |
| Aug 5, 2017 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Mar 23, 2017 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 4, 2016 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
26 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 26 events