FORBES TRANSPORT INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
823166
MC Number
1526059
Fleet Size
41
Total Drivers
20
Last updated: March 16, 2026
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Safety overview
FORBES TRANSPORT INC is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in EAST HAVEN, Connecticut, operating 41 power units with 20 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 2.3% comes in under the 5.51% national average. They have 1 crash on file. FMCSA records show 43 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 Connecticut is 15.5% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 31.1% across 20,376 carriers.
Company details
- Entity Type
- N/A
- Carrier Operation
- Interstate
- Operation Classification
- Private (Property)
- Cargo Carried
- N
- Hazmat
- Yes
- Safety Rating Date
- N/A
Inspections
43
Total
51%
Driver %
Insurance on file
No insurance records on file with FMCSA.
Crash history
1
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is FORBES TRANSPORT INC authorized to operate?
Yes. FORBES TRANSPORT INC (USDOT #823166) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is FORBES TRANSPORT INC's safety record?
FORBES TRANSPORT INC has 43 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 FORBES TRANSPORT INC operate?
FORBES TRANSPORT INC operates 41 power units with 20 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.
Does FORBES TRANSPORT INC transport hazardous materials?
Yes. FORBES TRANSPORT INC is flagged for hazardous materials transportation with FMCSA. That means additional safety requirements and more frequent inspections.
Where is FORBES TRANSPORT INC located?
FORBES TRANSPORT INC is based in EAST HAVEN, Connecticut at 119 COMMERCE STREET, 06512. Phone: (203) 468-2777.
What are FORBES TRANSPORT INC's out-of-service rates?
FORBES TRANSPORT INC's driver out-of-service rate is 2.3%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Below average, which is a good sign. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 9.8% (national average: 20.72%). Below average, suggesting the fleet is well-maintained.