HYPE TOY TRANSPORTATION SERVICES INC
USDOT 3507859 • DBA: PULSE EXPRESS • 3255 FOOTHILL CT SUITE 113, DUBUQUE, IA, 52001
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-1160110 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Jun 6, 2025 |
Active Insurance (1)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MS TRANSVERSE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TINCA4488545 | ON FILE | Jul 25, 2025 | Jul 25, 2025 |
Insurance History (15 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MS TRANSVERSE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TINCA4488545 | REPLACED | Jul 25, 2025 | Jul 25, 2025 |
| GEICO GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 9300146247 | REPLACED | Apr 29, 2025 | Apr 29, 2025 |
| GEICO COUNTY MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 9300146247 | REPLACED | Apr 29, 2025 | Apr 29, 2025 |
| GEICO COUNTY MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 9300146247 | NAME CHANGED | Apr 29, 2025 | Jul 2, 2025 |
| GEICO GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 9300146247 | REPLACED | Apr 29, 2025 | Jul 25, 2025 |
| OCCIDENTAL FIRE AND CASUALTY CO. OF N.C. | BIPD/Primary | GAT0003236 | CANCELLED | Nov 16, 2024 | Apr 30, 2025 |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | CT0411951931 | REPLACED | Jan 11, 2024 | Nov 16, 2024 |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | CT0411951931 | REPLACED | Nov 15, 2023 | Jan 11, 2024 |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | CT0411951931 | CANCELLED | Nov 15, 2023 | Feb 15, 2024 |
| CONTINENTAL DIVIDE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 05TRM041936-02 | REPLACED | Nov 16, 2022 | Nov 15, 2023 |
| CONTINENTAL DIVIDE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 05TRM041936-02 | CANCELLED | Nov 16, 2022 | Nov 16, 2023 |
| CONTINENTAL DIVIDE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 05TRM041936-01 | CANCELLED | Jan 3, 2022 | Nov 16, 2022 |
| CONTINENTAL DIVIDE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 05TRM041936-01 | CANCELLED | Nov 16, 2021 | Jan 28, 2022 |
| CONTINENTAL DIVIDE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 05TRM041936-01 | REPLACED | Nov 16, 2021 | Jan 3, 2022 |
| PROGRESSIVE EXPRESS INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA2904137 | CANCELLED | Nov 16, 2020 | Nov 16, 2021 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/REPL | MS TRANSVERSE INSURANCE COMPANY | TINCA4488545 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 25, 2025 | Jul 25, 2025 |
| TERM/REPL | MS TRANSVERSE INSURANCE COMPANY | TINCA4488545 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 25, 2025 | Jul 25, 2025 |
| TERM/REPL | GEICO GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY | 9300146247 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 25, 2025 | Jul 25, 2025 |
| TERM/CANCL | GEICO COUNTY MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. | 9300146247 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 2, 2025 | Jul 2, 2025 |
| CANCEL | OCCIDENTAL FIRE AND CASUALTY CO. OF N.C. | GAT0003236 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 30, 2025 | Apr 30, 2025 |
| TERM/REPL | GEICO COUNTY MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. | 9300146247 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 29, 2025 | Apr 29, 2025 |
| TERM/REPL | GEICO GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY | 9300146247 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 29, 2025 | Apr 29, 2025 |
| TERM/REPL | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | CT0411951931 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 16, 2024 | Nov 16, 2024 |
| TERM/CANCL | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | CT0411951931 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 15, 2024 | Feb 15, 2024 |
| TERM/REPL | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | CT0411951931 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 11, 2024 | Jan 11, 2024 |
| TERM/CANCL | CONTINENTAL DIVIDE INSURANCE COMPANY | 05TRM041936-02 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 16, 2023 | Nov 16, 2023 |
| TERM/REPL | CONTINENTAL DIVIDE INSURANCE COMPANY | 05TRM041936-02 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 15, 2023 | Nov 15, 2023 |
| CANCEL | CONTINENTAL DIVIDE INSURANCE COMPANY | 05TRM041936-01 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 16, 2022 | Nov 16, 2022 |
| TERM/CANCL | CONTINENTAL DIVIDE INSURANCE COMPANY | 05TRM041936-01 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 28, 2022 | Jan 28, 2022 |
| TERM/REPL | CONTINENTAL DIVIDE INSURANCE COMPANY | 05TRM041936-01 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 3, 2022 | Jan 3, 2022 |
| CANCEL | PROGRESSIVE EXPRESS INSURANCE COMPANY | CA2904137 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 16, 2021 | Nov 16, 2021 |
Authority Action History (7 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC1160110 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 30, 2025 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jun 6, 2025 |
| MC1160110 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Apr 3, 2025 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Apr 30, 2025 |
| MC1160110 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 20, 2023 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 13, 2023 |
| MC1160110 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 20, 2022 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 14, 2022 |
| MC1160110 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jan 3, 2022 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 4, 2022 |
| MC1160110 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 20, 2021 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 16, 2021 |
| MC1160110 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Nov 19, 2020 | — | 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
33 states • 86 inspections
Violation Summary (92 violations from 86 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:393.75A3-TAOL | Tires - All others leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS | 4 | 4 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LFTSI | Inoperable required lamps | 4 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.22A-D | Emergency warning devices not displayed | 4 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.22B-DFPWD | Driver - Failed to place warning devices on the road surface | 4 | 0 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS2 | Speeding 6-10 mph over limit | 3 | 0 | 5 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.75C-TAOTD-LT2/32 | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 3 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLLR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 3 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2FT | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 3 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-B-AIR | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 3 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| 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:396.17C-PI | No proof of periodic inspection | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS1 | Speeding 1-5 mph over limit | 2 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.55E-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 2 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.19 | Hazard warning signal inoperable | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75A1-TEPBM | Tires - All others - Exposed ply or belt material in tread or sidewall area | 2 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-BHTD | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2LV | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LTSIR | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45C-BSG | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95A1 | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - no fire extinguisher present or not properly rated. | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-CSLRR | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.60C | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:383.95-LCDL | RESTRICTION - (CDL) - OPERATE A CMV IN VIOLATION OF A RESTRICTION. | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:383.23A2-LCDLN | License (CDL) - Operate a CMV and does not possess a valid CDL | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:107.620B-HMAMC | 107.620B-HMAMC | 1 | 0 | — | Unknown |
| FMCSR:177.801-HMHCNP | HM (Highway Carriage) - Driver accepted/transported HM not prepared in accordance with this Subchapter. Explain | 1 | 0 | — | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:393.47A | Brake chamber - cracked/broken | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55C2-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSLI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LLPL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LTSI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-INAT | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS3 | Speeding 11-14 mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 7 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.75A3-ATIS | Tires - All others leaking in tread area with inflation more than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire equipped with ATIS | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.9A | Operating without proper operating authority | 1 | 1 | 8 | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-HLLH | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.47E | Slack adjuster defective | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53B-B | Steering system components worn | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2LC | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LIL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLED | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.8A | Failing to keep RODS | 1 | 0 | 7 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA1 | 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:392.2-SLLSOA | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.55D2-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS4 | Speeding 15+ mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 10 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLUP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.78 | Windshield condition defective | 1 | 1 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11TU | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8(e)(1) | 395.8(e)(1) | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.60(d) | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60(c) | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
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 (86 inspections)
Showing 50 of 86
Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
Most frequent inspection stations
Violations by BASIC category
Recent Crashes
2 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (2 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 12, 2025 | IL | INJURY | 0 | 1 | CO UNIT ROAD DIST TWP | I-57 | ...LP7334 | PULSE EXPRESS |
| Apr 18, 2021 | TX | TOW | 0 | 0 | HOUSTON | S 902 GULF FWY | ...337625 | HYPE TOY TRANSPORTATION SERVICES INC |
Compliance Timeline
19 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records