MICHAEL AVALOS
AUTHORIZEDDBA: ARA TRANSPORTATION
USDOT
1971447
MC Number
834212
Fleet Size
43
Total Drivers
28
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
MICHAEL AVALOS is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in SAN MARCOS, Texas, operating 43 power units with 28 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 6.7% national average. They have 2 crashes on file. FMCSA records show 69 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 Texas is 13.6% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 29.9% across 184,824 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
69
Total
52%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
National Union Fire Insurance Company of Pittsburgh, Pa. — eff. Jun 19, 2026
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Source: FMCSA Motus. Imported Aug 4, 2026. Verify current filings directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
Crash history
2
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is MICHAEL AVALOS authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for MICHAEL AVALOS (USDOT #1971447) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is MICHAEL AVALOS's safety record?
MICHAEL AVALOS has 69 inspections in CarrierOwl's current imported snapshot and 2 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 MICHAEL AVALOS operate?
MICHAEL AVALOS operates 43 power units with 28 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.
Does MICHAEL AVALOS transport hazardous materials?
No. MICHAEL AVALOS does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is MICHAEL AVALOS located?
MICHAEL AVALOS is based in SAN MARCOS, Texas at 1000 RIVER RD, 78666. Phone: (512) 667-6251.
What are MICHAEL AVALOS's out-of-service rates?
MICHAEL AVALOS's driver out-of-service rate is 2.9%, 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 11.1%, 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.