ESTES EXPRESS LINES
AUTHORIZEDDBA: ESTES
USDOT
121018
MC Number
97275
Fleet Size
9805
Total Drivers
8821
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: August 30, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.
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Safety overview
ESTES EXPRESS LINES is a large interstate motor carrier based in RICHMOND, Virginia, operating 9805 power units with 8821 drivers. CarrierOwl is currently validating BASIC percentile display against the official FMCSA SMS portal; use the inspection, out-of-service, crash, authority, and insurance data below as the primary public safety indicators on this page. Their driver out-of-service rate of 0.8% comes in under the 6.7% national average. They have 584 crashes on file (11 fatal, 206 with injuries). FMCSA records show 4565 inspections for this carrier.
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BASIC scores
Under reviewCarrierOwl is validating BASIC percentile calculations against the official FMCSA SMS portal. Until that review is complete, use FMCSA directly for current BASIC percentiles and use the inspection, out-of-service, crash, authority, and insurance data on this page as supporting indicators.
BASIC percentile display is temporarily paused while we validate CarrierOwl's methodology against the official FMCSA SMS portal.
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.
For reference, the average driver OOS rate in Virginia is 15.2% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 28.9% across 24,865 carriers.
Company details
- Entity Type
- N/A
- Carrier Operation
- Interstate
- Operation Classification
- Authorized For Hire
- Cargo Carried
- N
- Hazmat
- Yes
- Safety Rating Date
- N/A
Inspections
4565
Total
63%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
LIBERTY MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. — eff. May 1, 2025
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
FIDELITY & DEPOSIT CO. OF MARYLAND — eff. Oct 1, 2013
Trust Fund
Not on file
Source: Legacy FMCSA. Verify current filings directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
Crash history
584
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is ESTES EXPRESS LINES authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for ESTES EXPRESS LINES (USDOT #121018) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is ESTES EXPRESS LINES's safety record?
ESTES EXPRESS LINES has 4565 inspections in CarrierOwl's current imported snapshot and 584 matching crashes. They do not show a formal FMCSA safety rating in CarrierOwl's current data. A zero result is limited to the dataset and snapshot window. Verify current BASIC percentiles and crash information directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
How many trucks does ESTES EXPRESS LINES operate?
ESTES EXPRESS LINES operates 9805 power units with 8821 drivers on file. That puts them in the large carrier category by FMCSA standards.
Does ESTES EXPRESS LINES transport hazardous materials?
Yes. ESTES EXPRESS LINES is flagged for hazardous materials transportation with FMCSA. That means additional safety requirements and more frequent inspections.
Where is ESTES EXPRESS LINES located?
ESTES EXPRESS LINES is based in RICHMOND, Virginia at 3901 W BROAD ST, 23230. Phone: (804) 353-1900.
What are ESTES EXPRESS LINES's out-of-service rates?
ESTES EXPRESS LINES's driver out-of-service rate is 0.8%, compared with the 6.7% reference shown by FMCSA SMS when checked August 4, 2026. Interpret the difference with inspection volume and verify the current FMCSA record. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 16.7%, compared with the 23.4% reference shown by FMCSA SMS when checked August 4, 2026. Interpret the difference with inspection volume and verify the current FMCSA record.