AMERICAN MOTOR LINES INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
173929
MC Number
98114
Fleet Size
115
Total Drivers
113
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: July 23, 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 2.9% comes in under the 5.51% national average. They have 9 crashes on file (2 with injuries). FMCSA records show 36 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 11.9% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 29.9% across 76,022 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
36
Total
63%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
Travelers Indemnity Co of Connecticut — eff. Dec 30, 2015
Cargo
Firemans Fund Insurance Company — 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 Jul 22, 2026. Verify current filings directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
Crash history
9
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 36 inspections on file and 9 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 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.
What are AMERICAN MOTOR LINES INC's out-of-service rates?
AMERICAN MOTOR LINES INC's driver out-of-service rate is 2.9%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Below average, which is a good sign. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 38.1% (national average: 20.72%). Above average, which may point to vehicle maintenance gaps.