FRUGAL TRANSPORT INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
1602556
MC Number
592772
Fleet Size
12
Total Drivers
10
Last updated: March 16, 2026
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Safety overview
FRUGAL TRANSPORT INC is a small interstate motor carrier based in LOS BANOS, California, operating 12 power units with 10 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. No crashes on file. FMCSA records show 21 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 California is 8.9% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 22.4% across 312,857 carriers.
Company details
- Entity Type
- N/A
- Carrier Operation
- Interstate
- Operation Classification
- Authorized For Hire
- Cargo Carried
- N
- Hazmat
- No
- Safety Rating Date
- N/A
Inspections
21
Total
59%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
SOUTHLAKE SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Apr 13, 2025
Cargo
GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. — eff. Apr 13, 2009
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Crash history
0
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is FRUGAL TRANSPORT INC authorized to operate?
Yes. FRUGAL TRANSPORT INC (USDOT #1602556) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is FRUGAL TRANSPORT INC's safety record?
FRUGAL TRANSPORT INC has 21 inspections on file and no crashes on record. They do not show a formal FMCSA safety rating in CarrierOwl's current data. CarrierOwl is validating BASIC percentile display against the official FMCSA SMS portal, so brokers should verify current BASIC percentiles directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
How many trucks does FRUGAL TRANSPORT INC operate?
FRUGAL TRANSPORT INC operates 12 power units with 10 drivers on file. That makes them a small carrier.
Does FRUGAL TRANSPORT INC transport hazardous materials?
No. FRUGAL TRANSPORT INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is FRUGAL TRANSPORT INC located?
FRUGAL TRANSPORT INC is based in LOS BANOS, California at 2131 PARK WARREN COURT, 93635. Phone: (209) 827-6700.
What are FRUGAL TRANSPORT INC's out-of-service rates?
FRUGAL TRANSPORT INC's driver out-of-service rate is 5.9%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 16.7% (national average: 20.72%). Below average, suggesting the fleet is well-maintained.