AMERICAN MOTOR LINES INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
173929
MC Number
98114
Fleet Size
115
Total Drivers
113
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: October 4, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.
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Safety overview
AMERICAN MOTOR LINES INC is a large interstate motor carrier based in DETROIT, Michigan, operating 115 power units with 113 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 2.8% comes in under the 6.7% national average. They have 8 crashes on file (2 with injuries). FMCSA records show 37 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.
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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 Michigan is 12.2% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 30.1% across 76,881 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
37
Total
62%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
Travelers Indemnity Co of Connecticut — eff. Dec 30, 2015
Cargo
FIREMAN'S FUND INSURANCE CO. — eff. Dec 30, 2008
Surety Bond
Travelers Casualty and Surety Company of America — eff. Oct 1, 2013
Trust Fund
Not on file
Source: FMCSA Motus. Imported Oct 4, 2026. Verify current filings directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
Crash history
8
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is AMERICAN MOTOR LINES INC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for AMERICAN MOTOR LINES INC (USDOT #173929) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is AMERICAN MOTOR LINES INC's safety record?
AMERICAN MOTOR LINES INC has 37 inspections in CarrierOwl's current imported snapshot and 8 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 AMERICAN MOTOR LINES INC operate?
AMERICAN MOTOR LINES INC operates 115 power units with 113 drivers on file. That puts them in the large carrier category by FMCSA standards.
Does AMERICAN MOTOR LINES INC transport hazardous materials?
No. AMERICAN MOTOR LINES INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is AMERICAN MOTOR LINES INC located?
AMERICAN MOTOR LINES INC is based in DETROIT, Michigan at 575 FORDSON, 48217. Phone: (734) 722-9500.
What are AMERICAN MOTOR LINES INC's out-of-service rates?
AMERICAN MOTOR LINES INC's driver out-of-service rate is 2.8%, 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 40.9%, 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.