EMPIRE EXPRESS INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
253615
MC Number
179963
Fleet Size
158
Total Drivers
124
Last updated: March 16, 2026
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Safety overview
EMPIRE EXPRESS INC is a large interstate motor carrier based in MEMPHIS, Tennessee, operating 158 power units with 124 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 1.0% comes in under the 5.51% national average. They have 9 crashes on file (2 with injuries). FMCSA records show 302 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 Tennessee is 11.5% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 30.3% across 23,188 carriers.
Company details
- Entity Type
- N/A
- Carrier Operation
- Interstate
- Operation Classification
- Authorized For Hire
- Cargo Carried
- N
- Hazmat
- Yes
- Safety Rating Date
- N/A
Inspections
302
Total
64%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
GEMINI INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Jul 1, 2023
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
AMERICAN ALTERNATIVE INSURANCE CORPORATION — eff. Oct 1, 2013
Trust Fund
Not on file
Crash history
9
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is EMPIRE EXPRESS INC authorized to operate?
Yes. EMPIRE EXPRESS INC (USDOT #253615) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is EMPIRE EXPRESS INC's safety record?
EMPIRE EXPRESS INC has 302 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 EMPIRE EXPRESS INC operate?
EMPIRE EXPRESS INC operates 158 power units with 124 drivers on file. That puts them in the large carrier category by FMCSA standards.
Does EMPIRE EXPRESS INC transport hazardous materials?
Yes. EMPIRE EXPRESS INC is flagged for hazardous materials transportation with FMCSA. That means additional safety requirements and more frequent inspections.
Where is EMPIRE EXPRESS INC located?
EMPIRE EXPRESS INC is based in MEMPHIS, Tennessee at 3710 TULANE ROAD, 38116-3928. Phone: (901) 942-3300.
What are EMPIRE EXPRESS INC's out-of-service rates?
EMPIRE EXPRESS INC's driver out-of-service rate is 1.0%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Below average, which is a good sign. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 27.3% (national average: 20.72%). Above average, which may point to vehicle maintenance gaps.