PREFERRED TRANSPORT SERVICE
USDOT 3700943 • 163 W 1 ST, NOGALES, AZ, 85621
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
Risk Signals1 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-1294916 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Jul 29, 2025 |
Active Insurance (1)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NATIONAL TRANSPORTATION INSURANCE CO RRG, LLC | BIPD/Primary | MDX-24-264161-00 | ON FILE | Jul 31, 2024 | Jul 31, 2025 |
Insurance History (27 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EVERSPAN INDEMNITY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CW1EII-412236-01 | CANCELLED | Jul 31, 2023 | Oct 25, 2023 |
| EVERSPAN INDEMNITY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CW1EII-412236-01 | CANCELLED | Jul 31, 2023 | Jul 31, 2024 |
| EVERSPAN INDEMNITY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CW1EII-412236-01 | REPLACED | Jul 31, 2023 | Jul 31, 2023 |
| BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 0015277-01-CA | REPLACED | Jul 14, 2023 | Jul 31, 2023 |
| BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 0015277-01-CA | CANCELLED | Jul 14, 2023 | Aug 31, 2023 |
| BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 0015277-01-CA | REPLACED | Jul 6, 2023 | Jul 14, 2023 |
| BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 0015277-01-CA | CANCELLED | May 10, 2023 | Jul 6, 2023 |
| BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 0015277-01-CA | REPLACED | May 4, 2023 | May 10, 2023 |
| BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 0015277-01-CA | CANCELLED | Mar 28, 2023 | May 4, 2023 |
| BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 0015277-01-CA | CANCELLED | Mar 3, 2023 | Apr 2, 2023 |
| BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 0015277-01-CA | REPLACED | Mar 3, 2023 | Mar 28, 2023 |
| BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 0015277-01-CA | REPLACED | Mar 2, 2023 | Mar 3, 2023 |
| BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 0015277-01-CA | CANCELLED | Mar 2, 2023 | Apr 1, 2023 |
| BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 0015277-01-CA | CANCELLED | Jan 17, 2023 | Mar 4, 2023 |
| BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 0015277-01-CA | REPLACED | Jan 17, 2023 | Mar 2, 2023 |
| BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 0015277-01-CA | CANCELLED | Dec 12, 2022 | Feb 3, 2023 |
| BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 0015277-01-CA | REPLACED | Dec 12, 2022 | Jan 17, 2023 |
| BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 0015277-01-CA | CANCELLED | Dec 5, 2022 | Jan 4, 2023 |
| BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 0015277-01-CA | REPLACED | Dec 5, 2022 | Dec 12, 2022 |
| BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 0015277-01-CA | CANCELLED | Nov 9, 2022 | Jan 1, 2023 |
| BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 0015277-01-CA | REPLACED | Nov 9, 2022 | Dec 5, 2022 |
| BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 0015277-01-CA | REPLACED | Oct 10, 2022 | Nov 9, 2022 |
| BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 0015277-01-CA | CANCELLED | Oct 10, 2022 | Dec 2, 2022 |
| BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 0015277-01-CA | REPLACED | Aug 31, 2022 | Oct 10, 2022 |
| NATIONAL LIABILITY & FIRE INS CO. | BIPD/Primary | 73TRS117792 | REPLACED | Mar 17, 2022 | Aug 31, 2022 |
| NATIONAL LIABILITY & FIRE INS CO. | BIPD/Primary | 73TRS117792 | CANCELLED | Aug 20, 2021 | Mar 22, 2022 |
| NATIONAL LIABILITY & FIRE INS CO. | BIPD/Primary | 73TRS117792 | REPLACED | Aug 20, 2021 | Mar 17, 2022 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CANCEL | NATIONAL TRANSPORTATION INSURANCE CO RRG, LLC | MDX-24-264161-00 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 31, 2025 | Jul 31, 2025 |
| CANCEL | EVERSPAN INDEMNITY INSURANCE COMPANY | CW1EII-412236-01 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 31, 2024 | Jul 31, 2024 |
| TERM/CANCL | EVERSPAN INDEMNITY INSURANCE COMPANY | CW1EII-412236-01 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 25, 2023 | Oct 25, 2023 |
| TERM/CANCL | BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | 0015277-01-CA | BIPD/Primary | Aug 31, 2023 | Aug 31, 2023 |
| TERM/REPL | EVERSPAN INDEMNITY INSURANCE COMPANY | CW1EII-412236-01 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 31, 2023 | Jul 31, 2023 |
| TERM/REPL | BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | 0015277-01-CA | BIPD/Primary | Jul 31, 2023 | Jul 31, 2023 |
| TERM/REPL | BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | 0015277-01-CA | BIPD/Primary | Jul 14, 2023 | Jul 14, 2023 |
| CANCEL | BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | 0015277-01-CA | BIPD/Primary | Jul 6, 2023 | Jul 6, 2023 |
| TERM/REPL | BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | 0015277-01-CA | BIPD/Primary | May 10, 2023 | May 10, 2023 |
| CANCEL | BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | 0015277-01-CA | BIPD/Primary | May 4, 2023 | May 4, 2023 |
| TERM/CANCL | BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | 0015277-01-CA | BIPD/Primary | Apr 2, 2023 | Apr 2, 2023 |
| TERM/CANCL | BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | 0015277-01-CA | BIPD/Primary | Apr 1, 2023 | Apr 1, 2023 |
| TERM/REPL | BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | 0015277-01-CA | BIPD/Primary | Mar 28, 2023 | Mar 28, 2023 |
| TERM/CANCL | BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | 0015277-01-CA | BIPD/Primary | Mar 4, 2023 | Mar 4, 2023 |
| TERM/REPL | BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | 0015277-01-CA | BIPD/Primary | Mar 3, 2023 | Mar 3, 2023 |
| TERM/REPL | BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | 0015277-01-CA | BIPD/Primary | Mar 2, 2023 | Mar 2, 2023 |
| TERM/CANCL | BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | 0015277-01-CA | BIPD/Primary | Feb 3, 2023 | Feb 3, 2023 |
| TERM/REPL | BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | 0015277-01-CA | BIPD/Primary | Jan 17, 2023 | Jan 17, 2023 |
| TERM/CANCL | BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | 0015277-01-CA | BIPD/Primary | Jan 4, 2023 | Jan 4, 2023 |
| TERM/CANCL | BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | 0015277-01-CA | BIPD/Primary | Jan 1, 2023 | Jan 1, 2023 |
| TERM/REPL | BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | 0015277-01-CA | BIPD/Primary | Dec 12, 2022 | Dec 12, 2022 |
| TERM/REPL | BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | 0015277-01-CA | BIPD/Primary | Dec 5, 2022 | Dec 5, 2022 |
| TERM/CANCL | BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | 0015277-01-CA | BIPD/Primary | Dec 2, 2022 | Dec 2, 2022 |
| TERM/REPL | BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | 0015277-01-CA | BIPD/Primary | Nov 9, 2022 | Nov 9, 2022 |
| TERM/REPL | BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY | 0015277-01-CA | BIPD/Primary | Oct 10, 2022 | Oct 10, 2022 |
| TERM/REPL | NATIONAL LIABILITY & FIRE INS CO. | 73TRS117792 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 31, 2022 | Aug 31, 2022 |
| TERM/CANCL | NATIONAL LIABILITY & FIRE INS CO. | 73TRS117792 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 22, 2022 | Mar 22, 2022 |
| TERM/REPL | NATIONAL LIABILITY & FIRE INS CO. | 73TRS117792 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 17, 2022 | Mar 17, 2022 |
Authority Revocations
| Authority | Docket | Reason | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| COMMON | MC-1294916 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
Authority Action History (14 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC1294916 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jul 7, 2025 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jul 29, 2025 |
| MC1294916 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jul 5, 2024 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Aug 2, 2024 |
| MC1294916 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Sep 28, 2023 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 12, 2023 |
| MC1294916 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | REINSTATED | Jul 24, 2023 | — | Unknown |
| MC1294916 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Apr 7, 2023 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | May 10, 2023 |
| MC1294916 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Mar 6, 2023 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Mar 29, 2023 |
| MC1294916 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Feb 6, 2023 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Mar 3, 2023 |
| MC1294916 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jan 9, 2023 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 18, 2023 |
| MC1294916 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Dec 5, 2022 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Dec 13, 2022 |
| MC1294916 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Nov 7, 2022 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 10, 2022 |
| MC1294916 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Sep 9, 2022 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Sep 27, 2022 |
| MC1294916 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jul 25, 2022 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Aug 22, 2022 |
| MC1294916 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Feb 23, 2022 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Mar 18, 2022 |
| MC1294916 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Sep 3, 2021 | REVOKED | Jul 12, 2023 |
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
2 states • 11 inspections
Violation Summary (36 violations from 11 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:395.30(b)(1) | Driver failed to certify the accuracy of the information gathered by the ELD | 7 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.24 | HOS (ELD) - ELD Form and Manner | 3 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:390.21TB1-MC | 390.21TB1-MC | 2 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:390.21TB2-DOT | 390.21TB2-DOT | 2 | 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. | 2 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:396.17C-PI | No proof of periodic inspection | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95(a) | Emergency equipment - fire extinguisher missing/defective | 2 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.30B1-ELDDFR | HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to review records and certify the accuracy of the information. | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LIL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8A | Failing to keep RODS | 1 | 0 | 7 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.95A4-EEUS | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - unsecured | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60D | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8A1-HOSP | HOS (Property) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed | 1 | 1 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.11(b) | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.22(h)(3) | Driver failed to maintain instruction sheet for ELD malfunction reporting requirements | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.8(a)(1) | Not using the appropriate method to record hours of service | 1 | 1 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:383.23A2-LCDLN | License (CDL) - Operate a CMV and does not possess a valid CDL | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:383.23(a)(2) | CDL - wrong class | 1 | 1 | 8 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:392.8 | Failing to inspect/use emergency equipment | 1 | 0 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.9(a)(2) | Failing to secure vehicle equipment | 1 | 1 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11 | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | 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 (11 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 21, 2025 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | UNINCORPORATED | 34.780655/-118.170987 | ...246293 | PREFERRED TRANSPORT SERVICE |
Compliance Timeline
30 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 30 events