OTW ON THE WAY EXPRESS LLC
USDOT 3511390 • 3806 BRIDGEDALE DR, HOUSTON, TX, 77039
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-1162387 | REVOKED | Nov 6, 2024 | Mar 10, 2025 |
Active Insurance (1)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KNIGHT SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | KSCA000217-00 | ON FILE | Mar 25, 2025 | Apr 24, 2025 |
Insurance History (38 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KNIGHT SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | KSCA000217-00 | REPLACED | Mar 18, 2025 | Mar 25, 2025 |
| KNIGHT SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | KSCA000217-00 | CANCELLED | Mar 18, 2025 | Apr 19, 2025 |
| SOUTHLAKE SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TMA81002066 | CANCELLED | Oct 31, 2024 | Mar 1, 2025 |
| SOUTHLAKE SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TMA71003106 | CANCELLED | Feb 22, 2024 | Oct 31, 2024 |
| SOUTHLAKE SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TMA71003106 | CANCELLED | Oct 31, 2023 | Feb 22, 2024 |
| AEGIS SECURITY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | ASA004054-01 | CANCELLED | Oct 31, 2022 | Oct 31, 2023 |
| BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CP140171864P2020 | REPLACED | Aug 3, 2022 | Oct 31, 2022 |
| BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CP140171864P2020 | CANCELLED | Jun 7, 2022 | Sep 7, 2022 |
| BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CP140171864P2020 | REPLACED | Jun 7, 2022 | Aug 3, 2022 |
| BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CP140171864P2020 | REPLACED | May 18, 2022 | Jun 7, 2022 |
| BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CP140171864P2020 | CANCELLED | May 18, 2022 | Jul 8, 2022 |
| BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CP140171864P2020 | REPLACED | May 4, 2022 | May 18, 2022 |
| BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CP140171864P2020 | CANCELLED | Apr 6, 2022 | Jun 8, 2022 |
| BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CP140171864P2020 | REPLACED | Apr 6, 2022 | May 4, 2022 |
| BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CP140171864P2020 | REPLACED | Apr 1, 2022 | Apr 6, 2022 |
| BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CP140171864P2020 | REPLACED | Mar 11, 2022 | Apr 1, 2022 |
| BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CP140171864P2020 | REPLACED | Mar 9, 2022 | Mar 11, 2022 |
| BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CP140171864P2020 | CANCELLED | Feb 10, 2022 | Apr 7, 2022 |
| BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CP140171864P2020 | REPLACED | Feb 10, 2022 | Feb 10, 2022 |
| BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CP140171864P2020 | REPLACED | Feb 10, 2022 | Mar 9, 2022 |
| BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CP140171864P2020 | REPLACED | Feb 9, 2022 | Feb 10, 2022 |
| BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CP140171864P2020 | REPLACED | Feb 2, 2022 | Feb 9, 2022 |
| BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CP140171864P2020 | CANCELLED | Feb 2, 2022 | Mar 17, 2022 |
| BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CP140171864P2020 | REPLACED | Feb 1, 2022 | Feb 2, 2022 |
| BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CP140171864P2020 | REPLACED | Jan 5, 2022 | Feb 1, 2022 |
| BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CP140171864P2020 | CANCELLED | Dec 8, 2021 | Feb 7, 2022 |
| BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CP140171864P2020 | REPLACED | Dec 8, 2021 | Jan 5, 2022 |
| BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CP140171864P2020 | REPLACED | Nov 2, 2021 | Nov 2, 2021 |
| BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CP140171864P2020 | CANCELLED | Nov 2, 2021 | Jan 7, 2022 |
| BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CP140171864P2020 | REPLACED | Nov 2, 2021 | Dec 8, 2021 |
| BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CP140171864P2020 | REPLACED | Oct 6, 2021 | Nov 2, 2021 |
| BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CP140171864P2020 | REPLACED | Sep 20, 2021 | Oct 6, 2021 |
| BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CP140171864P2020 | CANCELLED | Sep 20, 2021 | Oct 31, 2021 |
| BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CP140171864P2020 | CANCELLED | Jul 2, 2021 | Sep 20, 2021 |
| BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CP140171864P2020 | CANCELLED | May 19, 2021 | Aug 7, 2021 |
| BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CP140171864P2020 | REPLACED | May 19, 2021 | Jul 2, 2021 |
| BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CP140171864P2020 | CANCELLED | Oct 31, 2020 | Jun 7, 2021 |
| BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CP140171864P2020 | REPLACED | Oct 31, 2020 | May 19, 2021 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CANCEL | KNIGHT SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | KSCA000217-00 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 24, 2025 | Apr 24, 2025 |
| TERM/CANCL | KNIGHT SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | KSCA000217-00 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 19, 2025 | Apr 19, 2025 |
| TERM/REPL | KNIGHT SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | KSCA000217-00 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 25, 2025 | Mar 25, 2025 |
| CANCEL | SOUTHLAKE SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | TMA81002066 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 1, 2025 | Mar 1, 2025 |
| CANCEL | SOUTHLAKE SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | TMA71003106 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 31, 2024 | Oct 31, 2024 |
| CANCEL | SOUTHLAKE SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | TMA71003106 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 22, 2024 | Feb 22, 2024 |
| CANCEL | AEGIS SECURITY INSURANCE COMPANY | ASA004054-01 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 31, 2023 | Oct 31, 2023 |
| TERM/REPL | BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | CP140171864P2020 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 31, 2022 | Oct 31, 2022 |
| TERM/CANCL | BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | CP140171864P2020 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 7, 2022 | Sep 7, 2022 |
| TERM/REPL | BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | CP140171864P2020 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 3, 2022 | Aug 3, 2022 |
| TERM/CANCL | BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | CP140171864P2020 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 8, 2022 | Jul 8, 2022 |
| TERM/CANCL | BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | CP140171864P2020 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 8, 2022 | Jun 8, 2022 |
| TERM/REPL | BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | CP140171864P2020 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 7, 2022 | Jun 7, 2022 |
| TERM/REPL | BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | CP140171864P2020 | BIPD/Primary | May 18, 2022 | May 18, 2022 |
| TERM/REPL | BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | CP140171864P2020 | BIPD/Primary | May 4, 2022 | May 4, 2022 |
| TERM/CANCL | BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | CP140171864P2020 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 7, 2022 | Apr 7, 2022 |
| TERM/REPL | BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | CP140171864P2020 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 6, 2022 | Apr 6, 2022 |
| TERM/REPL | BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | CP140171864P2020 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 1, 2022 | Apr 1, 2022 |
| TERM/CANCL | BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | CP140171864P2020 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 17, 2022 | Mar 17, 2022 |
| TERM/REPL | BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | CP140171864P2020 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 11, 2022 | Mar 11, 2022 |
| TERM/REPL | BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | CP140171864P2020 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 9, 2022 | Mar 9, 2022 |
| TERM/REPL | BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | CP140171864P2020 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 10, 2022 | Feb 10, 2022 |
| TERM/REPL | BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | CP140171864P2020 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 10, 2022 | Feb 10, 2022 |
| TERM/REPL | BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | CP140171864P2020 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 9, 2022 | Feb 9, 2022 |
| TERM/CANCL | BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | CP140171864P2020 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 7, 2022 | Feb 7, 2022 |
| TERM/REPL | BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | CP140171864P2020 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 2, 2022 | Feb 2, 2022 |
| TERM/REPL | BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | CP140171864P2020 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 1, 2022 | Feb 1, 2022 |
| TERM/CANCL | BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | CP140171864P2020 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 7, 2022 | Jan 7, 2022 |
| TERM/REPL | BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | CP140171864P2020 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 5, 2022 | Jan 5, 2022 |
| TERM/REPL | BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | CP140171864P2020 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 8, 2021 | Dec 8, 2021 |
| TERM/REPL | BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | CP140171864P2020 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 2, 2021 | Nov 2, 2021 |
| TERM/REPL | BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | CP140171864P2020 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 2, 2021 | Nov 2, 2021 |
| TERM/CANCL | BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | CP140171864P2020 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 31, 2021 | Oct 31, 2021 |
| TERM/REPL | BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | CP140171864P2020 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 6, 2021 | Oct 6, 2021 |
| CANCEL | BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | CP140171864P2020 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 20, 2021 | Sep 20, 2021 |
| TERM/CANCL | BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | CP140171864P2020 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 7, 2021 | Aug 7, 2021 |
| TERM/REPL | BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | CP140171864P2020 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 2, 2021 | Jul 2, 2021 |
| TERM/CANCL | BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | CP140171864P2020 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 7, 2021 | Jun 7, 2021 |
| TERM/REPL | BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | CP140171864P2020 | BIPD/Primary | May 19, 2021 | May 19, 2021 |
Authority Revocations
| Authority | Docket | Reason | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| COMMON | MC-1162387 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
| COMMON | MC-1162387 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
Authority Action History (6 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC1162387 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | REINSTATED | Nov 14, 2024 | REVOKED | Mar 10, 2025 |
| MC1162387 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 4, 2023 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 1, 2023 |
| MC1162387 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 4, 2021 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 7, 2021 |
| MC1162387 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Aug 24, 2021 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Sep 3, 2021 |
| MC1162387 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 11, 2021 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | May 20, 2021 |
| MC1162387 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Nov 16, 2020 | REVOKED | Nov 6, 2024 |
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
1 state • 12 inspections
Violation Summary (96 violations from 12 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 11 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17(c) | No proof of periodic inspection | 7 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47(e) | Slack adjuster defective | 7 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 6 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 6 | 3 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55(d)(1) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 4 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2RG | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 3 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2W | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 3 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.78 | Windshield condition defective | 3 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55(e) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 3 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(c) | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 3 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11 | Lighting devices/reflectors | 3 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60C | Glazing/window obstructions | 2 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1B | Brakes (general) Explain: | 2 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17C | No proof of periodic inspection | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45(b)(2) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53(b) | Steering system components worn | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95F | Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9TS | Inoperative turn signal | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9H | Inoperable head lamps | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.19 | Hazard warning signal inoperable | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9 | Inoperable Required Lamp | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1BOS | 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:393.55D1 | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.201D | Frame accessories improperly attached | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75C | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.5(b) | Fuel system leak | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95(b) | Emergency equipment - warning devices missing | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.9a(a)(1) | Transporting hazmat without authority | 1 | 1 | 9 | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.126 | Cargo securement - flattened/crushed vehicles | 1 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(3) | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.201(d) | Frame accessories improperly attached | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.205(c) | Wheel fasteners loose and/or missing | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.48(a) | Inoperative/defective brakes | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.203(a) | Cab/body components defective | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95(a) | Emergency equipment - fire extinguisher missing/defective | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60(d) | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.4(a) | Use of drugs | 1 | 1 | 10 | Controlled Substances/Alcohol |
| FMCSR:395.22(h)(3) | Driver failed to maintain instruction sheet for ELD malfunction reporting requirements | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.22(h)(4) | Driver failed to maintain supply of blank drivers records of duty status graph-grids | 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)(1) | Driver failing to maintain ELD user's manual | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.55(c)(2) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8(e)(1) | 395.8(e)(1) | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
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 (12 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
1 crash record from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (1 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 17, 2024 | TX | TOW | 0 | 0 | HOUSTON | N 8500 NORTH LP E | ...284050 | OTW ON THE WAY EXPRESS LLC |
Compliance Timeline
41 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 41 events