TRANSPORTATION EXPRESS INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
401811
MC Number
N/A
Fleet Size
26
Total Drivers
26
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: September 20, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.
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Safety overview
TRANSPORTATION EXPRESS INC is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in AMES, Iowa, operating 26 power units with 26 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 0.0% comes in under the 6.7% national average. They have 2 crashes on file. FMCSA records show 59 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 Iowa is 7.5% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 30.0% across 26,714 carriers.
Company details
- Entity Type
- N/A
- Carrier Operation
- Interstate
- Operation Classification
- Authorized For Hire
- Cargo Carried
- N
- Hazmat
- Yes
- Safety Rating Date
- N/A
Inspections
59
Total
61%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
Old Republic Insurance Company — eff. Jan 1, 2025
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
LM Insurance Corporation — eff. Apr 15, 2024
Trust Fund
Not on file
Source: FMCSA Motus. Imported Sep 25, 2026. Verify current filings directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
Crash history
2
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is TRANSPORTATION EXPRESS INC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for TRANSPORTATION EXPRESS INC (USDOT #401811) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is TRANSPORTATION EXPRESS INC's safety record?
TRANSPORTATION EXPRESS INC has 59 inspections in CarrierOwl's current imported snapshot and 2 matching crashes. 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 TRANSPORTATION EXPRESS INC operate?
TRANSPORTATION EXPRESS INC operates 26 power units with 26 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.
Does TRANSPORTATION EXPRESS INC transport hazardous materials?
Yes. TRANSPORTATION EXPRESS INC is flagged for hazardous materials transportation with FMCSA. That means additional safety requirements and more frequent inspections.
Where is TRANSPORTATION EXPRESS INC located?
TRANSPORTATION EXPRESS INC is based in AMES, Iowa at 224 S BELL AVE, 50010. Phone: (515) 509-2570.
What are TRANSPORTATION EXPRESS INC's out-of-service rates?
TRANSPORTATION EXPRESS INC's driver out-of-service rate is 0.0%, compared with the 6.7% reference shown by FMCSA SMS when checked August 4, 2026. Interpret the difference with inspection volume and verify the current FMCSA record. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 10.5%, 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.