CAR TRANSPORT INC
USDOT 248283 • 1475 S BURLESON BLVD, BURLESON, TX, 76028
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
Authority & Insurance
Operating authority, insurance filings, and BOC-3 status
Operating Authority
Active Insurance (3)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AMERICAN CONTRACTORS INDEMNITY COMPANY | SURETY | 1001009467 | ON FILE | Oct 8, 2021 | Nov 7, 2021 |
| NATIONAL INTERSTATE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | NAT 8199968-00 | ON FILE | Oct 1, 2019 | Oct 1, 2024 |
| LIBERTY MUTUAL FIRE INSURANCE CO. | CARGO | KO1-191-447061-03 | ON FILE | Oct 1, 2007 | Nov 23, 2019 |
Insurance History (14 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AMERICAN CONTRACTORS INDEMNITY COMPANY | SURETY | 1001009467 | REPLACED | Oct 8, 2021 | Oct 8, 2021 |
| U. S. SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | SURETY | 1001009467 | CANCELLED | Sep 10, 2020 | Oct 8, 2021 |
| U. S. SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | SURETY | 1001009467 | CANCELLED | Sep 3, 2015 | Sep 10, 2020 |
| LIBERTY MUTUAL FIRE INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | AI2-691-447061-02 | REPLACED | Oct 1, 2011 | Oct 1, 2019 |
| LIBERTY MUTUAL FIRE INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | AT5-191-447061-02 | REPLACED | Oct 1, 2008 | Oct 1, 2011 |
| LIBERTY MUTUAL FIRE INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | AT2-191-447061-02 | REPLACED | Oct 1, 2007 | Oct 1, 2008 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | GWP41774A | REPLACED | Oct 1, 2006 | Oct 1, 2007 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CARGO | GWP41774A | REPLACED | Oct 1, 2006 | Oct 1, 2007 |
| OLD REPUBLIC UNION INSURANCE CO | BIPD/Primary | TXS02198F | REPLACED | Jul 1, 2003 | Oct 1, 2006 |
| OLD REPUBLIC UNION INSURANCE CO | CARGO | TXS02198F | REPLACED | Jul 1, 2003 | Oct 1, 2006 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CARGO | CLP50392A | REPLACED | May 1, 1996 | Jul 1, 2003 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CARGO | CLP50392A | CANCELLED | May 1, 1996 | Aug 20, 2003 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | CLP 50007A | REPLACED | Apr 11, 1994 | Jul 1, 2003 |
| THE REINSURANCE CORP OF NEW YORK | CARGO | 92A030376 | CANCELLED | Sep 23, 1992 | May 1, 1996 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/REPL | NATIONAL INTERSTATE INSURANCE COMPANY | NAT 8199968-00 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 1, 2024 | Oct 1, 2024 |
| TERM/CANCL | AMERICAN CONTRACTORS INDEMNITY COMPANY | 1001009467 | SURETY | Nov 7, 2021 | Nov 7, 2021 |
| CANCEL | U. S. SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | 1001009467 | SURETY | Oct 8, 2021 | Oct 8, 2021 |
| TERM/REPL | AMERICAN CONTRACTORS INDEMNITY COMPANY | 1001009467 | SURETY | Oct 8, 2021 | Oct 8, 2021 |
| CANCEL | U. S. SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | 1001009467 | SURETY | Sep 10, 2020 | Sep 10, 2020 |
| CANCEL | LIBERTY MUTUAL FIRE INSURANCE CO. | KO1-191-447061-03 | CARGO | Nov 23, 2019 | Nov 23, 2019 |
| TERM/REPL | LIBERTY MUTUAL FIRE INSURANCE CO. | AI2-691-447061-02 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 1, 2019 | Oct 1, 2019 |
| TERM/REPL | LIBERTY MUTUAL FIRE INSURANCE CO. | AT5-191-447061-02 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 1, 2011 | Oct 1, 2011 |
| TERM/REPL | LIBERTY MUTUAL FIRE INSURANCE CO. | AT2-191-447061-02 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 1, 2008 | Oct 1, 2008 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP41774A | CARGO | Oct 1, 2007 | Oct 1, 2007 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP41774A | BIPD/Primary | Oct 1, 2007 | Oct 1, 2007 |
| TERM/REPL | OLD REPUBLIC UNION INSURANCE CO | TXS02198F | BIPD/Primary | Oct 1, 2006 | Oct 1, 2006 |
| TERM/REPL | OLD REPUBLIC UNION INSURANCE CO | TXS02198F | CARGO | Oct 1, 2006 | Oct 1, 2006 |
| TERM/CANCL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CLP50392A | CARGO | Aug 20, 2003 | Aug 20, 2003 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CLP50392A | CARGO | Jul 1, 2003 | Jul 1, 2003 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CLP 50007A | BIPD/Primary | Jul 1, 2003 | Jul 1, 2003 |
| CANCEL | THE REINSURANCE CORP OF NEW YORK | 92A030376 | CARGO | May 1, 1996 | May 1, 1996 |
Authority Revocations
| Authority | Docket | Reason | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| BROKER | MC-171569 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
| COMMON | MC-171569 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
Authority Action History (7 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC171569 | BROKER | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Sep 13, 2021 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Sep 21, 2021 |
| MC171569 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | REINSTATED | Jun 17, 2021 | — | Unknown |
| MC171569 | PROPERTY BROKER | REINSTATED | Jun 17, 2021 | — | Unknown |
| MC171569 | BROKER | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Aug 14, 2020 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Sep 3, 2020 |
| MC171569 | PROPERTY BROKER | GRANTED | Sep 10, 2015 | REVOKED | Jun 9, 2021 |
| MC171569 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Nov 9, 2005 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 23, 2005 |
| MC171569 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Apr 23, 1991 | REVOKED | Jun 8, 2021 |
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
23 states • 338 inspections
Violation Summary (92 violations from latest 100 of 338 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS2 | Speeding 6-10 mph over limit | 7 | 0 | 5 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA1 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 6 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWG1 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 6 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| 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:392.2RG | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 4 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.60D | Glazing/window obstructions | 4 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17C-PI | No proof of periodic inspection | 3 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75A3-TAOLTIS | Tires - All others leaking in tread area and inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire equipped with ATIS | 3 | 3 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95A | Emergency equipment - fire extinguisher missing/defective | 3 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.201A | Frame - cracked/loose/broken | 2 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2W | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.45D-B | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.22B-DFPWD | Driver - Failed to place warning devices on the road surface | 2 | 0 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.22A-D | Emergency warning devices not displayed | 2 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2UV | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:390.21TB2-DOT | 390.21TB2-DOT | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| 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. | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.55E | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS1 | Speeding 1-5 mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-OAL | Other - Any air leak not attributed to the brake or suspension system. | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS3 | Speeding 11-14 mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 7 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLILC | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLIRP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.78A-WS | Windshield condition defective | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.16-D | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-BHTD | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9 | Inoperable Required Lamp | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75C-TAOTD-LT2/32 | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.24 | HOS (ELD) - ELD Form and Manner | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.30B2-ELDDFC24 | HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to certify the record immediately after the final required entry has been made or corrected for the 24 hour period. | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2C | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.11TU | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.104F3-C | Cargo securement - tiedown damaged | 1 | 0 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTCD | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.8E-HOSPD | False record of duty status | 1 | 0 | 10 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.75G-TFWETL | Tires - Front weight carried exceeds tire load limit | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS4 | Speeding 15+ mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 10 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLLR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.95A4-EEUS | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - unsecured | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.9A2-C | Cargo - Vehicle components or dunnage not secured | 1 | 1 | — | 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:390.21TB1-MC | 390.21TB1-MC | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:395.3A3II | Driving beyond 8 hour driving limit since the end of the last on duty off duty or sleeper period of at least 30 minutes | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.22H1-ELDNUM | HOS (ELD) - In-Vehicle Information - No user's manual for the driver describing how to operate the ELD. (May be electronic) | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.22H3-ELDMF | HOS (ELD) - In-Vehicle Information - Failing to have an instruction sheet for the driver describing ELD malfunction reporting requirements and recordkeeping proce | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSWZ | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.128B-CLWV | Cargo securement - roll-on/roll-off containers | 1 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:383.23A2 | Operating a CMV without a CDL | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.60C | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95F | Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.22G | Portable ELD not mounted in a fixed position and visible to driver | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:383.23A2-LCDLN | License (CDL) - Operate a CMV and does not possess a valid CDL | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:383.71H | License (CDL) - CDL or CLP holder possesses a valid medical certificate but is not on file with the issuing state driver's licensing agency as required | 1 | 0 | — | Driver Fitness |
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 (338 inspections)
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Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
Most frequent inspection stations
Violations by BASIC category
Recent Crashes
25 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (25 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 7, 2026 | TN | — | 0 | 0 | NASHVILLE | I-65 | — | CAR TRANSPORT INC |
| Feb 19, 2026 | MS | INJURY | 0 | 1 | JACKSON | 55 | ...872410 | CAR TRANSPORT INC |
| Dec 17, 2025 | AL | TOW | 0 | 0 | Huntsville | I565 | ...653532 | CAR TRANSPORT INC |
| Oct 13, 2025 | TN | INJURY | 0 | 1 | FRIENDSHIP | US-412 | ...735944 | C.A.R TRANSPORT |
| Sep 27, 2025 | TX | INJURY | 0 | 2 | HOUSTON | N 17400 FREEWAY | ...872407 | CAR TRANSPORT INC |
| Jul 21, 2025 | TX | TOW | 0 | 0 | COLUMBUS | 2500 SH 71 S HWY | ...155175 | CAR TRANSPORT INC |
| Jun 23, 2025 | OK | INJURY | 0 | 1 | PURCELL | INTERSTATE-35 NB | ...241612 | C.A.R. TRANSPORT INC |
| Apr 9, 2025 | TX | INJURY | 0 | 4 | SAN ANTONIO | 7022 GIBBS SPRAWL RD | ...441253 | CAR TRANSPORT INC |
| Feb 14, 2025 | KS | TOW | 0 | 0 | MERRIAM | I035 | ...735938 | CAR TRANSPORT INC |
| Jan 20, 2025 | LA | TOW | 0 | 0 | RURAL | I-10 | ...325829 | CAR TRANSPORT INC |
| Oct 26, 2024 | MO | TOW | 0 | 0 | NON-CITY OR UNINCORPORATE | IS 49 | ...477100 | CAR TRANSPORT INC |
| Oct 10, 2024 | TX | TOW | 0 | 0 | NOT LISTED | S 3200 US 59 HWY | ...155175 | CAR TRANSPORT INC |
| Sep 25, 2024 | TX | TOW | 0 | 0 | WACO | 2700 FRANKLIN AVE | ...491600 | CAR TRANSPORT INC |
| Sep 12, 2024 | AL | TOW | 0 | 0 | LINCOLN | Magnolia St. | ...302000 | CAR TRANSPORT INC |
| Aug 18, 2024 | AL | INJURY | 0 | 1 | BIRMINGHAM | I-65 | ...677239 | CAR TRANSPORT INC |
| Jul 8, 2024 | TX | TOW | 0 | 0 | GARLAND | 13000 NOT REPORTED | ...389424 | CAR TRANSPORT INC |
| Jun 13, 2024 | MO | TOW | 0 | 0 | KANSAS CITY | IS 70 | ...441256 | CAR TRANSPORT INC |
| May 1, 2024 | MO | INJURY | 0 | 2 | NON-CITY OR UNINCORPORATE | US 67 | ...491582 | CAR TRANSPORT INC |
| Jan 12, 2024 | AL | TOW | 0 | 0 | RURAL TUSCALOOSA | I 59 | ...227990 | CAR TRANSPORT INC |
| Nov 25, 2023 | TX | TOW | 0 | 0 | DENTON | NOT REPORTED | ...491610 | CAR TRANSPORT INC |
| Oct 12, 2023 | TX | TOW | 0 | 0 | HOUSTON | S 7600 SOUTH SAM HOUSTON E PKWY | ...265496 | CAR TRANSPORT INC |
| Sep 13, 2023 | TX | TOW | 0 | 0 | NOT LISTED | 21900 KATY FWY | ...491543 | CAR TRANSPORT INC |
| Aug 31, 2023 | MS | TOW | 0 | 0 | PELAHATCHIE | 20 | ...491557 | CAR TRANSPORT INC |
| Aug 3, 2023 | AL | TOW | 0 | 0 | BIRMINGHAM | ARKADELPHIA ROAD | ...491584 | CAR TRANSPORT INC |
| Jul 28, 2023 | MO | TOW | 0 | 0 | SPRINGFIELD | CST CHESTNUT EXPY | ...491582 | CAR TRANSPORT INC |
Compliance Timeline
44 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 44 events