THE NEW YORK TIMES

AUTHORIZED
1 NY TIMES PLAZA, COLLEGE POINT, NY, 11354|(718) 281-7407

USDOT

31079

MC Number

N/A

Fleet Size

67

Total Drivers

77

Last updated: March 16, 2026

Safety overview

THE NEW YORK TIMES is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in COLLEGE POINT, New York, operating 67 power units with 77 drivers. Their safety profile raises flags: 3 of 5 BASIC categories exceed the 75th percentile, which is where FMCSA considers stepping in. Their driver out-of-service rate of 0.0% comes in under the 5.51% national average. They have 3 crashes on file (1 fatal, 2 with injuries). FMCSA records show 10 inspections for this carrier.

BASIC scores

SMS Percentiles

Higher percentile = worse performance relative to peers. Scores at or above 75% may trigger an FMCSA investigation.

Unsafe Driving
79%
HOS / Fatigue
85%
👤Driver Fitness
28%
Controlled Substances
33%
🔧Vehicle Maintenance
77%

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.

Driver OOS rate0.0%
National average5.5%
Vehicle OOS rate16.7%
National average20.7%

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
Private (Property)
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

10

Total

63%

Driver %

Driver Inspections10
Vehicle Inspections6
Driver OOS Rate0.0%
Vehicle OOS Rate16.7%

Insurance on file

No insurance records on file with FMCSA.

Crash history

3

Total Crashes

Fatal Crashes1
Injury Crashes2
Tow Crashes3

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Frequently asked questions

Is THE NEW YORK TIMES authorized to operate?

Yes. THE NEW YORK TIMES (USDOT #31079) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.

What is THE NEW YORK TIMES's safety record?

THE NEW YORK TIMES has 3 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 THE NEW YORK TIMES operate?

THE NEW YORK TIMES operates 67 power units with 77 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.

Does THE NEW YORK TIMES transport hazardous materials?

No. THE NEW YORK TIMES does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.

Where is THE NEW YORK TIMES located?

THE NEW YORK TIMES is based in COLLEGE POINT, New York at 1 NY TIMES PLAZA, 11354. Phone: (718) 281-7407.

What are THE NEW YORK TIMES's out-of-service rates?

THE NEW YORK TIMES'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 16.7% (national average: 20.72%). Below average, suggesting the fleet is well-maintained.