GRAND TRANSPORTATION SERVICE INC
USDOT 2136181 • DBA: SAM'S LIMOUSINE AND TRANSPORTATION • 9102 WEST PARK DR, HOUSTON, TX, 77063
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-750189 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Aug 28, 2025 |
Active Insurance (2)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CAROLINA CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | KCA 2661654 | ON FILE | Jun 1, 2021 | Aug 30, 2025 |
| GENERAL STAR INDEMNITY COMPANY | BIPD/Excess | IXG416390 | ON FILE | Mar 28, 2013 | Jun 5, 2014 |
Insurance History (13 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PROTECTIVE INSURANCE CO | BIPD/Primary | 5G1002618-01 | CANCELLED | Jun 1, 2020 | Jun 1, 2021 |
| PROTECTIVE INSURANCE CO | BIPD/Primary | 5G1002618-00 | CANCELLED | Jun 1, 2019 | Jun 1, 2020 |
| PROTECTIVE INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | TG000173 | REPLACED | Jun 1, 2017 | Jun 1, 2019 |
| UNITED STATES FIRE INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 5068867338 | REPLACED | Nov 1, 2016 | Jun 1, 2017 |
| FALLS LAKE NATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | FLP100058-01 | REPLACED | Apr 10, 2016 | Nov 1, 2016 |
| FALLS LAKE NATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | FLP100058-00 | CANCELLED | Oct 20, 2015 | Apr 10, 2016 |
| OCCIDENTAL FIRE AND CASUALTY CO. OF N.C. | BIPD/Primary | CA00043592 | REPLACED | Apr 10, 2015 | Oct 20, 2015 |
| OCCIDENTAL FIRE AND CASUALTY CO. OF N.C. | BIPD/Primary | CA00043592 | NAME CHANGED | Apr 10, 2015 | Nov 23, 2015 |
| OCCIDENTAL FIRE AND CASUALTY CO. OF N.C. | BIPD/Primary | CA00042153 | CANCELLED | Apr 10, 2014 | Apr 10, 2015 |
| AMERICAN EMPIRE SURPLUS LINES INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Excess | 2EX10421 | CANCELLED | Mar 28, 2012 | Mar 31, 2013 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | PT108283 | REPLACED | Jun 10, 2011 | Apr 10, 2014 |
| SCOTTSDALE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Excess | XLS0073650 | CANCELLED | Jun 1, 2011 | Mar 31, 2012 |
| SCOTTSDALE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Excess | XLS0073650 | REPLACED | Jun 1, 2011 | Mar 28, 2012 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CANCEL | CAROLINA CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | KCA 2661654 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 30, 2025 | Aug 30, 2025 |
| CANCEL | PROTECTIVE INSURANCE CO | 5G1002618-01 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 1, 2021 | Jun 1, 2021 |
| CANCEL | PROTECTIVE INSURANCE CO | 5G1002618-00 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 1, 2020 | Jun 1, 2020 |
| TERM/REPL | PROTECTIVE INSURANCE CO. | TG000173 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 1, 2019 | Jun 1, 2019 |
| TERM/REPL | UNITED STATES FIRE INSURANCE CO. | 5068867338 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 1, 2017 | Jun 1, 2017 |
| TERM/REPL | FALLS LAKE NATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY | FLP100058-01 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 1, 2016 | Nov 1, 2016 |
| CANCEL | FALLS LAKE NATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY | FLP100058-00 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 10, 2016 | Apr 10, 2016 |
| TERM/CANCL | OCCIDENTAL FIRE AND CASUALTY CO. OF N.C. | CA00043592 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 23, 2015 | Nov 23, 2015 |
| TERM/REPL | OCCIDENTAL FIRE AND CASUALTY CO. OF N.C. | CA00043592 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 20, 2015 | Oct 20, 2015 |
| CANCEL | OCCIDENTAL FIRE AND CASUALTY CO. OF N.C. | CA00042153 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 10, 2015 | Apr 10, 2015 |
| CANCEL | GENERAL STAR INDEMNITY COMPANY | IXG416390 | BIPD/Excess | Jun 5, 2014 | Jun 5, 2014 |
| TERM/REPL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | PT108283 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 10, 2014 | Apr 10, 2014 |
| CANCEL | AMERICAN EMPIRE SURPLUS LINES INSURANCE CO. | 2EX10421 | BIPD/Excess | Mar 31, 2013 | Mar 31, 2013 |
| TERM/CANCL | SCOTTSDALE INSURANCE COMPANY | XLS0073650 | BIPD/Excess | Mar 31, 2012 | Mar 31, 2012 |
| TERM/REPL | SCOTTSDALE INSURANCE COMPANY | XLS0073650 | BIPD/Excess | Mar 28, 2012 | Mar 28, 2012 |
Authority Revocations
| Authority | Docket | Reason | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| COMMON | MC-750189 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
| COMMON | MC-750189 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
Authority Action History (9 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC750189 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Aug 4, 2025 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Aug 28, 2025 |
| MC750189 | MOTOR PASSENGER COMMON CARRIER | REINSTATED | May 20, 2022 | — | Unknown |
| MC750189 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 5, 2021 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jun 1, 2021 |
| MC750189 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 5, 2020 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jun 1, 2020 |
| MC750189 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Mar 14, 2016 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Apr 11, 2016 |
| MC750189 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 20, 2015 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 23, 2015 |
| MC750189 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Mar 16, 2015 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Apr 8, 2015 |
| MC750189 | MOTOR PASSENGER COMMON CARRIER | REINSTATED | Apr 16, 2013 | REVOKED | May 16, 2022 |
| MC750189 | MOTOR PASSENGER COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Aug 22, 2012 | REVOKED | Apr 8, 2013 |
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
3 states • 81 inspections
Violation Summary (50 violations from 81 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 6 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.78 | Windshield condition defective | 4 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17C | No proof of periodic inspection | 3 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60C | Glazing/window obstructions | 3 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9 | Inoperable Required Lamp | 3 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75C | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 2 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.93A3 | Seats not secured in conformance with FMVSS | 2 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95F | Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper | 2 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:390.21(a) | Vehicle marking requirements | 2 | 0 | 3 | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.95A | Emergency equipment - fire extinguisher missing/defective | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:383.23A2 | Operating a CMV without a CDL | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:396.5B | Fuel system leak | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LHLI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95A1 | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - no fire extinguisher present or not properly rated. | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17C-PI | No proof of periodic inspection | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:391.41A-MCPVI | Physical qualification - general | 1 | 1 | 7 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:383.51A-LCDLRSWD | CDL disqualification - major offense | 1 | 1 | 10 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:396.5B-L | Fuel system leak | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS1 | Speeding 1-5 mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2C | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.22H4 | Driver failed to maintain supply of blank drivers records of duty status graph-grids | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.9TS | Inoperative turn signal | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.62A | Windshield wipers inoperative | 1 | 1 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.15(g)(2) | 395.15(g)(2) | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.22(h)(1) | Driver failing to maintain ELD user's manual | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.22(h)(2) | Driver failing to maintain ELD instruction sheet | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.22(h)(3) | Driver failed to maintain instruction sheet for ELD malfunction reporting requirements | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.24(d) | ELD cannot transfer ELD records electronically | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.45 | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.62(c) | Windshield wipers inoperative | 1 | 1 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95(a) | Emergency equipment - fire extinguisher missing/defective | 1 | 0 | 5 | 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 (81 inspections)
Showing 50 of 81
Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
Most frequent inspection stations
Violations by BASIC category
Recent Crashes
13 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (13 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 7, 2026 | TX | TOW | 0 | 0 | GALVESTON | 1602 HARBORSIDE DR | ...107332 | GRAND TRANSPORTATION SERVICE INC |
| Nov 23, 2024 | TX | INJURY | 0 | 1 | NOT LISTED | NOT REPORTED | ...107310 | GRAND TRANSPORTATION SERVICE INC |
| Aug 29, 2024 | TX | TOW | 0 | 0 | LAKE JACKSON | 200 BC BLVD | ...107332 | GRAND TRANSPORTATION SERVICE INC |
| Apr 1, 2024 | LA | FATAL | 1 | 0 | LAFAYETTE | LEE | ...107306 | SAM'S LIMOUSINE AND TRANSPORTATION |
| Dec 6, 2023 | TX | INJURY | 0 | 1 | HOUSTON | 7400 FONDREN RD | ...112649 | GRAND TRANSPORTATION SERVICE INC |
| Jun 11, 2021 | TX | TOW | 0 | 0 | NOT LISTED | NOT REPORTED | ...081300 | GRAND TRANSPORTATION SERVICE INC |
| Feb 1, 2020 | TX | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Apr 18, 2019 | TX | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Mar 28, 2019 | LA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Mar 2, 2019 | TX | INJURY | 0 | 2 | — | — | — | — |
| Sep 18, 2018 | TX | INJURY | 0 | 3 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 12, 2018 | TX | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Dec 14, 2013 | TX | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
29 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 29 events