WESTERN HILLS EXPRESS INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
2481857
MC Number
876834
Fleet Size
8
Total Drivers
8
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: August 2, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.
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Safety overview
WESTERN HILLS EXPRESS INC is a small interstate motor carrier based in SOUTH GATE, California, operating 8 power units with 8 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 5.51% national average. No crashes on file. 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 California is 9.1% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 22.6% across 319,565 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
53%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
DB INSURANCE CO., LTD (U.S.BRANCH) — eff. Aug 28, 2025
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Source: Legacy FMCSA. Verify current filings directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
Crash history
0
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is WESTERN HILLS EXPRESS INC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for WESTERN HILLS EXPRESS INC (USDOT #2481857) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is WESTERN HILLS EXPRESS INC's safety record?
WESTERN HILLS EXPRESS INC has 36 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 WESTERN HILLS EXPRESS INC operate?
WESTERN HILLS EXPRESS INC operates 8 power units with 8 drivers on file. That makes them a small carrier.
Does WESTERN HILLS EXPRESS INC transport hazardous materials?
No. WESTERN HILLS EXPRESS INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is WESTERN HILLS EXPRESS INC located?
WESTERN HILLS EXPRESS INC is based in SOUTH GATE, California at 9711 SAN JUAN AVE, 90280. Phone: (562) 417-9890.
What are WESTERN HILLS EXPRESS INC's out-of-service rates?
WESTERN HILLS EXPRESS INC's driver out-of-service rate is 2.8%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Below average, which is a good sign. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 43.8% (national average: 20.72%). Above average, which may point to vehicle maintenance gaps.