ROYAL EXPRESS INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
838117
MC Number
366258
Fleet Size
140
Total Drivers
151
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: August 30, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.
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Safety overview
ROYAL EXPRESS INC is a large interstate motor carrier based in LAREDO, Texas, operating 140 power units with 151 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 2.5% comes in under the 6.7% national average. They have 18 crashes on file (10 with injuries). FMCSA records show 680 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 13.6% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 29.9% across 184,824 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
680
Total
59%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
BRICKTOWN SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Aug 13, 2025
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
18
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is ROYAL EXPRESS INC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for ROYAL EXPRESS INC (USDOT #838117) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is ROYAL EXPRESS INC's safety record?
ROYAL EXPRESS INC has 680 inspections in CarrierOwl's current imported snapshot and 18 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 ROYAL EXPRESS INC operate?
ROYAL EXPRESS INC operates 140 power units with 151 drivers on file. That puts them in the large carrier category by FMCSA standards.
Does ROYAL EXPRESS INC transport hazardous materials?
No. ROYAL EXPRESS INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is ROYAL EXPRESS INC located?
ROYAL EXPRESS INC is based in LAREDO, Texas at 12125 JEF DRIVE, 78045. Phone: (956) 722-8891.
What are ROYAL EXPRESS INC's out-of-service rates?
ROYAL EXPRESS INC's driver out-of-service rate is 2.5%, 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 15.8%, 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.