EASTERN EXPRESS INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
162408
MC Number
149582
Fleet Size
351
Total Drivers
351
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: August 9, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.
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Safety overview
EASTERN EXPRESS INC is a large interstate motor carrier based in GRIFFITH, Indiana, operating 351 power units with 351 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 1.7% comes in under the 6.7% national average. They have 27 crashes on file (1 fatal, 10 with injuries). FMCSA records show 465 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 Indiana is 12.3% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 29.9% across 46,008 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
465
Total
66%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
Old Republic Insurance Company — eff. Sep 1, 2023
Cargo
AGCS Marine Insurance Company — eff. Sep 1, 2010
Surety Bond
Fidelity & Deposit Co. of Maryland — eff. Oct 1, 2013
Trust Fund
Not on file
Source: FMCSA Motus. Imported Aug 4, 2026. Verify current filings directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
Crash history
27
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is EASTERN EXPRESS INC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for EASTERN EXPRESS INC (USDOT #162408) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is EASTERN EXPRESS INC's safety record?
EASTERN EXPRESS INC has 465 inspections in CarrierOwl's current imported snapshot and 27 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 EASTERN EXPRESS INC operate?
EASTERN EXPRESS INC operates 351 power units with 351 drivers on file. That puts them in the large carrier category by FMCSA standards.
Does EASTERN EXPRESS INC transport hazardous materials?
No. EASTERN EXPRESS INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is EASTERN EXPRESS INC located?
EASTERN EXPRESS INC is based in GRIFFITH, Indiana at 312 W 35TH AVE, 46319-1004. Phone: (219) 838-0000.
What are EASTERN EXPRESS INC's out-of-service rates?
EASTERN EXPRESS INC's driver out-of-service rate is 1.7%, 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 29.1%, 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.