BUDS EXPRESS INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
3132603
MC Number
93971
Fleet Size
10
Total Drivers
10
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: September 6, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.
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Safety overview
BUDS EXPRESS INC is a small interstate motor carrier based in MELROSE PARK, Illinois, operating 10 power units with 10 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. They have 1 crash on file. FMCSA records show 14 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 Illinois is 10.0% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 27.4% across 52,488 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
14
Total
61%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. May 18, 2024
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Source: Legacy FMCSA. Verify current filings directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
Crash history
1
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is BUDS EXPRESS INC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for BUDS EXPRESS INC (USDOT #3132603) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is BUDS EXPRESS INC's safety record?
BUDS EXPRESS INC has 14 inspections in CarrierOwl's current imported snapshot and 1 matching crash. 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 BUDS EXPRESS INC operate?
BUDS EXPRESS INC operates 10 power units with 10 drivers on file. That makes them a small carrier.
Does BUDS EXPRESS INC transport hazardous materials?
No. BUDS EXPRESS INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is BUDS EXPRESS INC located?
BUDS EXPRESS INC is based in MELROSE PARK, Illinois at 2225 W NORTH AVE SUITE G1, 60160. Phone: (224) 612-2082.
What are BUDS EXPRESS INC's out-of-service rates?
BUDS EXPRESS INC's driver out-of-service rate is 7.1%, compared with the 6.7% reference shown by FMCSA SMS when checked August 4, 2026. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 33.3%, 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.