A1 CAR TRANSPORT INC
USDOT 2506574 • 520 BOSTON POST RD W, MARLBORO, MA, 01752
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
Risk Signals2 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-871763 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Mar 6, 2024 |
Active Insurance (1)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PILGRIM INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CSC00001011812 | ON FILE | Mar 5, 2024 | Mar 5, 2025 |
Insurance History (18 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PILGRIM INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CSC00001011812 | CANCELLED | Mar 5, 2022 | Mar 5, 2024 |
| ARBELLA PROTECTION INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 1020081904 | REPLACED | Sep 26, 2019 | Mar 5, 2022 |
| ARBELLA PROTECTION INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 102001904 | REPLACED | Mar 5, 2019 | Mar 5, 2019 |
| ARBELLA PROTECTION INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 102001904 | REPLACED | Mar 5, 2019 | Sep 26, 2019 |
| ARBELLA PROTECTION INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 1020067590 | REPLACED | Sep 4, 2017 | Mar 5, 2019 |
| ARBELLA PROTECTION INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 1020067590 | CANCELLED | Sep 4, 2017 | Apr 10, 2019 |
| SAFETY INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 6230372 | REPLACED | Oct 26, 2016 | Sep 4, 2017 |
| SAFETY INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 6230372 | CANCELLED | Oct 26, 2016 | Oct 7, 2017 |
| SAFETY INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 6230372 | CANCELLED | Jun 8, 2016 | Nov 19, 2016 |
| SAFETY INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 6230372 | REPLACED | Jun 8, 2016 | Oct 26, 2016 |
| SAFETY INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 6230372 | CANCELLED | Jan 22, 2016 | Jun 19, 2016 |
| SAFETY INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 6230372 | REPLACED | Jan 22, 2016 | Jun 8, 2016 |
| SAFETY INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 6230372 | REPLACED | Dec 11, 2015 | Jan 22, 2016 |
| SAFETY INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 6230372 | CANCELLED | Dec 11, 2015 | Feb 19, 2016 |
| SAFETY INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 6230372 | REPLACED | Apr 10, 2015 | Dec 11, 2015 |
| SAFETY INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 6230372 | CANCELLED | Apr 10, 2015 | Dec 20, 2015 |
| SAFETY INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 6230372 | REPLACED | Sep 10, 2014 | Apr 10, 2015 |
| SAFETY INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 6230372 | CANCELLED | Sep 10, 2014 | Apr 25, 2015 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/REPL | PILGRIM INSURANCE COMPANY | CSC00001011812 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 5, 2025 | Mar 5, 2025 |
| CANCEL | PILGRIM INSURANCE COMPANY | CSC00001011812 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 5, 2024 | Mar 5, 2024 |
| TERM/REPL | ARBELLA PROTECTION INSURANCE COMPANY | 1020081904 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 5, 2022 | Mar 5, 2022 |
| TERM/REPL | ARBELLA PROTECTION INSURANCE COMPANY | 102001904 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 26, 2019 | Sep 26, 2019 |
| TERM/CANCL | ARBELLA PROTECTION INSURANCE COMPANY | 1020067590 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 10, 2019 | Apr 10, 2019 |
| TERM/REPL | ARBELLA PROTECTION INSURANCE COMPANY | 1020067590 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 5, 2019 | Mar 5, 2019 |
| TERM/REPL | ARBELLA PROTECTION INSURANCE COMPANY | 102001904 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 5, 2019 | Mar 5, 2019 |
| TERM/CANCL | SAFETY INSURANCE CO. | 6230372 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 7, 2017 | Oct 7, 2017 |
| TERM/REPL | SAFETY INSURANCE CO. | 6230372 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 4, 2017 | Sep 4, 2017 |
| TERM/CANCL | SAFETY INSURANCE CO. | 6230372 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 19, 2016 | Nov 19, 2016 |
| TERM/REPL | SAFETY INSURANCE CO. | 6230372 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 26, 2016 | Oct 26, 2016 |
| TERM/CANCL | SAFETY INSURANCE CO. | 6230372 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 19, 2016 | Jun 19, 2016 |
| TERM/REPL | SAFETY INSURANCE CO. | 6230372 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 8, 2016 | Jun 8, 2016 |
| TERM/CANCL | SAFETY INSURANCE CO. | 6230372 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 19, 2016 | Feb 19, 2016 |
| TERM/REPL | SAFETY INSURANCE CO. | 6230372 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 22, 2016 | Jan 22, 2016 |
| TERM/CANCL | SAFETY INSURANCE CO. | 6230372 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 20, 2015 | Dec 20, 2015 |
| TERM/REPL | SAFETY INSURANCE CO. | 6230372 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 11, 2015 | Dec 11, 2015 |
| TERM/CANCL | SAFETY INSURANCE CO. | 6230372 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 25, 2015 | Apr 25, 2015 |
| TERM/REPL | SAFETY INSURANCE CO. | 6230372 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 10, 2015 | Apr 10, 2015 |
Authority Action History (8 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC871763 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Feb 7, 2024 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Mar 6, 2024 |
| MC871763 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Sep 11, 2017 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 3, 2017 |
| MC871763 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 24, 2016 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 27, 2016 |
| MC871763 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 23, 2016 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jun 9, 2016 |
| MC871763 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | REINSTATED | May 6, 2016 | — | Unknown |
| MC871763 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Nov 23, 2015 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Dec 14, 2015 |
| MC871763 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Mar 30, 2015 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Apr 13, 2015 |
| MC871763 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Sep 25, 2014 | REVOKED | Feb 1, 2016 |
Out-of-Service Orders (1)
| OOS Date | Reason | Status | Rescinded |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 1, 2016 | Unsatisfactory = Unfit | ACTIVE | May 2, 2016 |
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
9 states • 31 inspections
Violation Summary (95 violations from 31 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 15 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.9D2-FTF | Failing to correct the violation(s)/defect(s) noted on the roadside inspection report | 8 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17C-PI | No proof of periodic inspection | 7 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 6 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 4 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.17(c) | No proof of periodic inspection | 4 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 3 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:383.23A2-LCDLN | License (CDL) - Operate a CMV and does not possess a valid CDL | 3 | 3 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:391.11(b)(2) | CDL suspended/revoked | 3 | 0 | 10 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLIFTA | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLIRP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| 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 | 2 | 2 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWG2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.60C | Glazing/window obstructions | 2 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSLI | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LLPL | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.205(c) | Wheel fasteners loose and/or missing | 2 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:383.23(a)(2) | CDL - wrong class | 2 | 2 | 8 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.60(d) | Glazing/window obstructions | 2 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(g) | 393.75(g) | 2 | 2 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.16AD | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:391.41APC | Medical (Certificate) - Operating a property-carrying vehicle without a valid medical certificate in possession or on file with the state drivers licensing agency | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.8A1-HOSP | HOS (Property) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed | 1 | 1 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LHLI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:390.19A2 | 390.19A2 | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:390.19B2-BIENNIAL | 390.19B2-BIENNIAL | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.201(a) | Frame - cracked/loose/broken | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLLR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:391.41(a)(1) | 391.41(a)(1) | 1 | 0 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.104(b) | Cargo securement - tiedown damaged | 1 | 0 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.25(e) | Lamps on rear of CMV obscured by load | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8(a)(1) | Not using the appropriate method to record hours of service | 1 | 1 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:391.11(b)(4) | No valid medical certificate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:396.9(c)(2) | Operating after OOS for vehicle maintenance | 1 | 1 | 10 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.7 | Unsafe operations forbidden | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:177.834(a) | General loading/unloading hazmat | 1 | 1 | 6 | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:392.9(a)(2) | Failing to secure vehicle equipment | 1 | 1 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:391.11(b)(5) | Not physically qualified | 1 | 1 | 7 | 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 (31 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 21, 2023 | NJ | INJURY | 0 | 1 | LAKEWOOD TWP | US 9 | ...E70920 | A1 CAR TRANSPORT INC |
| Jul 19, 2019 | PA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 15, 2016 | MA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| May 7, 2015 | NJ | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Mar 28, 2015 | PA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
27 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 27 events