TURISTICA MERLO INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
3277071
MC Number
1035495
Fleet Size
8
Total Drivers
10
Last updated: March 16, 2026
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Safety overview
TURISTICA MERLO INC is a small interstate motor carrier based in MCALLEN, Texas, operating 8 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. Their driver out-of-service rate of 11.5% runs above the national average of 5.51%. They have 1 crash on file. FMCSA records show 52 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 Texas is 13.3% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 29.7% across 174,809 carriers.
Company details
- Entity Type
- N/A
- Carrier Operation
- Interstate
- Operation Classification
- Authorized For Hire, Private (Passenger Business)
- Cargo Carried
- N
- Hazmat
- No
- Safety Rating Date
- N/A
Inspections
52
Total
55%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
PRIME INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Aug 20, 2025
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Crash history
1
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is TURISTICA MERLO INC authorized to operate?
Yes. TURISTICA MERLO INC (USDOT #3277071) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is TURISTICA MERLO INC's safety record?
TURISTICA MERLO INC has 52 inspections on file and 1 crash on record. They do not show a formal FMCSA safety rating in CarrierOwl's current data. CarrierOwl is validating BASIC percentile display against the official FMCSA SMS portal, so brokers should verify current BASIC percentiles directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
How many trucks does TURISTICA MERLO INC operate?
TURISTICA MERLO INC operates 8 power units with 10 drivers on file. That makes them a small carrier.
Does TURISTICA MERLO INC transport hazardous materials?
No. TURISTICA MERLO INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is TURISTICA MERLO INC located?
TURISTICA MERLO INC is based in MCALLEN, Texas at 805 N WARE RD, 78501. Phone: (682) 271-8345.
What are TURISTICA MERLO INC's out-of-service rates?
TURISTICA MERLO INC's driver out-of-service rate is 11.5%, 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 44.2% (national average: 20.72%). Above average, which may point to vehicle maintenance gaps.