SOUTHERN TIER EXPRESS INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
276684
MC Number
198252
Fleet Size
90
Total Drivers
79
Last updated: March 16, 2026
Safety overview
SOUTHERN TIER EXPRESS INC is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in ANDOVER, New York, operating 90 power units with 79 drivers. 2 of their 5 BASIC scores sit above the 75th percentile intervention threshold. The rest fall within acceptable ranges. Their driver out-of-service rate of 0.0% comes in under the 5.51% national average. They have 6 crashes on file (1 with injuries). FMCSA records show 1006 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 New York is 13.7% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 25.6% across 123,054 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
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
1006
Total
51%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
NATIONAL INTERSTATE INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Dec 31, 2016
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Crash history
6
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is SOUTHERN TIER EXPRESS INC authorized to operate?
Yes. SOUTHERN TIER EXPRESS INC (USDOT #276684) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is SOUTHERN TIER EXPRESS INC's safety record?
SOUTHERN TIER EXPRESS INC has 2 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 SOUTHERN TIER EXPRESS INC operate?
SOUTHERN TIER EXPRESS INC operates 90 power units with 79 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.
Does SOUTHERN TIER EXPRESS INC transport hazardous materials?
No. SOUTHERN TIER EXPRESS INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is SOUTHERN TIER EXPRESS INC located?
SOUTHERN TIER EXPRESS INC is based in ANDOVER, New York at 558 LANE SCHOOL ROAD, 14806. Phone: (607) 478-8503.
What are SOUTHERN TIER EXPRESS INC's out-of-service rates?
SOUTHERN TIER EXPRESS INC's driver out-of-service rate is 0.0%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Below average, which is a good sign. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 8.1% (national average: 20.72%). Below average, suggesting the fleet is well-maintained.