DIRECT CAR BUYING LLC

ACTIVE

DBA: EASTERNS AUTOMOTIVE GROUP

22705 COMMERCE CENTER COURT, STERLING, VA, 20166|(571) 464-5258

USDOT

1124450

MC Number

N/A

Fleet Size

5

Total Drivers

5

Last updated: March 16, 2026

Safety overview

DIRECT CAR BUYING LLC is a small interstate motor carrier based in STERLING, Virginia, operating 5 power units with 5 drivers. Their safety profile raises flags: 3 of 5 BASIC categories exceed the 75th percentile, which is where FMCSA considers stepping in. No crashes on file. FMCSA records show 16 inspections for this carrier.

BASIC scores

SMS Percentiles

Higher percentile = worse performance relative to peers. Scores at or above 75% may trigger an FMCSA investigation.

Unsafe Driving
79%
HOS / Fatigue
84%
👤Driver Fitness
90%
Controlled Substances
2%
🔧Vehicle Maintenance
70%

Out-of-service rates vs. national average

An out-of-service order means the driver or vehicle was pulled from operation during a roadside inspection.

Driver OOS rate6.3%
National average5.5%
Vehicle OOS rate28.6%
National average20.7%

For reference, the average driver OOS rate in Virginia is 14.2% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 28.8% across 23,409 carriers.

Company details

Entity Type
N/A
Carrier Operation
Interstate
Operation Classification
N/A
Cargo Carried
DEALER TRANSPORTING CARS FOR SALE
Hazmat
No
Safety Rating Date
N/A

What are BASIC scores?

FMCSA tracks carrier performance through its Safety Measurement System (SMS), which scores carriers across six categories called BASICs. Each score is a percentile from 0 to 100, based on inspection and crash data from the past 24 months.

A score of 65 means the carrier performed worse than 65% of its peers. Anything above 75% can trigger FMCSA alerts or investigations. Brokers vetting new carriers should pay attention to scores above 50%.

Unsafe driving
Speeding, reckless driving, improper lane changes, seatbelt violations. All based on what officers find during roadside inspections.
HOS / Fatigue
Hours-of-service violations, logbook problems, driving past the allowed limits. Fatigued driving is one of the top causes of truck crashes in the US.
Driver fitness
Licensing problems, expired medical certificates, and other driver qualification issues.
Controlled substances
Drug and alcohol testing violations, possession, or impairment.
Vehicle maintenance
Brake problems, tire issues, lighting defects, load securement failures. Caught during the vehicle portion of roadside inspections.
Crash indicator
Based on crash history from state-reported data. Higher percentile means more crashes relative to the carrier's size and mileage.

Inspections

16

Total

53%

Driver %

Driver Inspections16
Vehicle Inspections14
Driver OOS Rate6.3%
Vehicle OOS Rate28.6%

Crash history

0

Total Crashes

Fatal Crashes0
Injury Crashes0
Tow Crashes0

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Frequently asked questions

Is DIRECT CAR BUYING LLC authorized to operate?

Yes. DIRECT CAR BUYING LLC (USDOT #1124450) currently holds "ACTIVE" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.

What is DIRECT CAR BUYING LLC's safety record?

DIRECT CAR BUYING LLC has 3 BASIC scores above the 75th percentile, which is where FMCSA may look into a carrier. Brokers should weigh these scores alongside the inspection history and crash data before making a decision.

How many trucks does DIRECT CAR BUYING LLC operate?

DIRECT CAR BUYING LLC operates 5 power units with 5 drivers on file. That makes them a small carrier.

Does DIRECT CAR BUYING LLC transport hazardous materials?

No. DIRECT CAR BUYING LLC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.

Where is DIRECT CAR BUYING LLC located?

DIRECT CAR BUYING LLC is based in STERLING, Virginia at 22705 COMMERCE CENTER COURT, 20166. Phone: (571) 464-5258.

What are DIRECT CAR BUYING LLC's out-of-service rates?

DIRECT CAR BUYING LLC's driver out-of-service rate is 6.3%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 28.6% (national average: 20.72%). Above average, which may point to vehicle maintenance gaps.