EMPIRE EXPRESS INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
253615
MC Number
179963
Fleet Size
140
Total Drivers
116
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
EMPIRE EXPRESS INC is a large interstate motor carrier based in MEMPHIS, Tennessee, operating 140 power units with 116 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 1.1% comes in under the 6.7% national average. They have 10 crashes on file (1 with injuries). FMCSA records show 277 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 12.1% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 32.3% across 24,541 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
277
Total
62%
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
Source: Legacy FMCSA. Verify current filings directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
Crash history
10
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is EMPIRE EXPRESS INC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for EMPIRE EXPRESS INC (USDOT #253615) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is EMPIRE EXPRESS INC's safety record?
EMPIRE EXPRESS INC has 277 inspections in CarrierOwl's current imported snapshot and 10 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 EMPIRE EXPRESS INC operate?
EMPIRE EXPRESS INC operates 140 power units with 116 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 1.1%, 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 31.4%, 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.