HOT SHOT EXPRESS INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
269495
MC Number
186984
Fleet Size
88
Total Drivers
93
Last updated: March 16, 2026
Safety overview
HOT SHOT EXPRESS INC is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in MOON TOWNSHIP, Pennsylvania, operating 88 power units with 93 drivers. Their safety profile raises flags: 4 of 5 BASIC categories exceed the 75th percentile, which is where FMCSA considers stepping in. Their driver out-of-service rate of 1.7% comes in under the 5.51% national average. They have 9 crashes on file (1 fatal, 4 with injuries). FMCSA records show 235 inspections for this carrier.
BASIC scores
SMS PercentilesHigher percentile = worse performance relative to peers. Scores at or above 75% may trigger an FMCSA investigation.
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 Pennsylvania is 10.7% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 25.4% across 77,258 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
What are BASIC scores?
FMCSA tracks carrier performance through its Safety Measurement System (SMS), which scores carriers across six categories called BASICs. Each score is a percentile from 0 to 100, based on inspection and crash data from the past 24 months.
A score of 65 means the carrier performed worse than 65% of its peers. Anything above 75% can trigger FMCSA alerts or investigations. Brokers vetting new carriers should pay attention to scores above 50%.
- Unsafe driving
- Speeding, reckless driving, improper lane changes, seatbelt violations. All based on what officers find during roadside inspections.
- HOS / Fatigue
- Hours-of-service violations, logbook problems, driving past the allowed limits. Fatigued driving is one of the top causes of truck crashes in the US.
- Driver fitness
- Licensing problems, expired medical certificates, and other driver qualification issues.
- Controlled substances
- Drug and alcohol testing violations, possession, or impairment.
- Vehicle maintenance
- Brake problems, tire issues, lighting defects, load securement failures. Caught during the vehicle portion of roadside inspections.
- Crash indicator
- Based on crash history from state-reported data. Higher percentile means more crashes relative to the carrier's size and mileage.
Inspections
235
Total
60%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
NATIONAL UNION FIRE INS. CO. OF PITSBGH. PA — eff. Aug 1, 2024
Cargo
ARGONAUT INSURANCE CO. — eff. Aug 1, 2021
Surety Bond
HARTFORD FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Sep 17, 2019
Trust Fund
Not on file
Crash history
9
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is HOT SHOT EXPRESS INC authorized to operate?
Yes. HOT SHOT EXPRESS INC (USDOT #269495) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is HOT SHOT EXPRESS INC's safety record?
HOT SHOT EXPRESS INC has 4 BASIC scores above the 75th percentile, which is where FMCSA may look into a carrier. Brokers should weigh these scores alongside the inspection history and crash data before making a decision.
How many trucks does HOT SHOT EXPRESS INC operate?
HOT SHOT EXPRESS INC operates 88 power units with 93 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.
Does HOT SHOT EXPRESS INC transport hazardous materials?
Yes. HOT SHOT EXPRESS INC is flagged for hazardous materials transportation with FMCSA. That means additional safety requirements and more frequent inspections.
Where is HOT SHOT EXPRESS INC located?
HOT SHOT EXPRESS INC is based in MOON TOWNSHIP, Pennsylvania at 200 AIRSIDE DRIVE, 15108. Phone: (412) 788-8878.
What are HOT SHOT EXPRESS INC's out-of-service rates?
HOT SHOT EXPRESS INC's driver out-of-service rate is 1.7%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Below average, which is a good sign. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 20.1% (national average: 20.72%).