CAR TRANSPORT INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
248283
MC Number
171569
Fleet Size
309
Total Drivers
231
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: August 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
CAR TRANSPORT INC is a large interstate motor carrier based in BURLESON, Texas, operating 309 power units with 231 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 2.0% comes in under the 6.7% national average. They have 18 crashes on file (6 with injuries). FMCSA records show 244 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 184,825 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
244
Total
62%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. — eff. Oct 1, 2024
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
U. S. SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Oct 8, 2021
Trust Fund
Not on file
Source: Legacy FMCSA. Verify current filings directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
Crash history
18
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is CAR TRANSPORT INC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for CAR TRANSPORT INC (USDOT #248283) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is CAR TRANSPORT INC's safety record?
CAR TRANSPORT INC has 244 inspections in CarrierOwl's current imported snapshot and 18 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 CAR TRANSPORT INC operate?
CAR TRANSPORT INC operates 309 power units with 231 drivers on file. That puts them in the large carrier category by FMCSA standards.
Does CAR TRANSPORT INC transport hazardous materials?
No. CAR TRANSPORT INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is CAR TRANSPORT INC located?
CAR TRANSPORT INC is based in BURLESON, Texas at 1475 S BURLESON BLVD, 76028. Phone: (817) 447-8062.
What are CAR TRANSPORT INC's out-of-service rates?
CAR TRANSPORT INC's driver out-of-service rate is 2.0%, 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 17.6%, 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.