SAL-TRANS EXPRESS INC

AUTHORIZED
5615 E SAUNDERS, LAREDO, TX, 78041|(956) 516-7173

USDOT

3191276

MC Number

137035

Fleet Size

5

Total Drivers

5

Last updated: March 11, 2026

Safety overview

SAL-TRANS EXPRESS INC is a small interstate motor carrier based in LAREDO, Texas, operating 5 power units with 5 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 9.0% runs above the national average of 5.51%. They have 7 crashes on file (1 fatal, 3 with injuries). FMCSA records show 321 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
91%
HOS / Fatigue
91%
👤Driver Fitness
92%
Controlled Substances
35%
🔧Vehicle Maintenance
85%

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 rate9.0%
National average5.5%
Vehicle OOS rate27.9%
National average20.7%

For reference, the average driver OOS rate in Texas is 13.0% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 29.6% across 172,933 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

321

Total

61%

Driver %

Driver Inspections321
Vehicle Inspections204
Driver OOS Rate9.0%
Vehicle OOS Rate27.9%

Crash history

7

Total Crashes

Fatal Crashes1
Injury Crashes3
Tow Crashes6

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Frequently asked questions

Is SAL-TRANS EXPRESS INC authorized to operate?

Yes. SAL-TRANS EXPRESS INC (USDOT #3191276) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.

What is SAL-TRANS EXPRESS INC's safety record?

SAL-TRANS 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 SAL-TRANS EXPRESS INC operate?

SAL-TRANS EXPRESS INC operates 5 power units with 5 drivers on file. That makes them a small carrier.

Does SAL-TRANS EXPRESS INC transport hazardous materials?

No. SAL-TRANS EXPRESS INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.

Where is SAL-TRANS EXPRESS INC located?

SAL-TRANS EXPRESS INC is based in LAREDO, Texas at 5615 E SAUNDERS, 78041. Phone: (956) 516-7173.

What are SAL-TRANS EXPRESS INC's out-of-service rates?

SAL-TRANS EXPRESS INC's driver out-of-service rate is 9.0%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Higher than average, which could point to driver compliance issues. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 27.9% (national average: 20.72%). Above average, which may point to vehicle maintenance gaps.