CARGO TRANSPORTERS INC
AUTHORIZEDDBA: CARGO TRANSPORTERS
USDOT
257768
MC Number
161652
Fleet Size
500
Total Drivers
513
Last updated: March 16, 2026
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Safety overview
CARGO TRANSPORTERS INC is a large interstate motor carrier based in CLAREMONT, North Carolina, operating 500 power units with 513 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 0.2% comes in under the 5.51% national average. They have 54 crashes on file (5 fatal, 21 with injuries). FMCSA records show 1322 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 North Carolina is 12.9% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 30.1% across 50,491 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
1322
Total
58%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
UNITED STATES FIRE INSURANCE CO. — eff. May 1, 2024
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Crash history
54
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is CARGO TRANSPORTERS INC authorized to operate?
Yes. CARGO TRANSPORTERS INC (USDOT #257768) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is CARGO TRANSPORTERS INC's safety record?
CARGO TRANSPORTERS INC has 1322 inspections on file and 54 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 CARGO TRANSPORTERS INC operate?
CARGO TRANSPORTERS INC operates 500 power units with 513 drivers on file. That puts them in the large carrier category by FMCSA standards.
Does CARGO TRANSPORTERS INC transport hazardous materials?
No. CARGO TRANSPORTERS INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is CARGO TRANSPORTERS INC located?
CARGO TRANSPORTERS INC is based in CLAREMONT, North Carolina at 3390 NORTH OXFORD ST, 28610-0850. Phone: (828) 459-3200.
What are CARGO TRANSPORTERS INC's out-of-service rates?
CARGO TRANSPORTERS INC's driver out-of-service rate is 0.2%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Below average, which is a good sign. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 1.8% (national average: 20.72%). Below average, suggesting the fleet is well-maintained.