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Carrier profile · USDOT 557151 · MC-273815 · Updated Jul 18, 2026
Firstexpress Inc
85 power unitsavg 6.3 yrNational · 19 statesNASHVILLE, TN88/100
CARRIER ACTIVEMC-273815 ACTIVERATED SATISFACTORYHAZMAT
Observed fleet · trailing 24 mo daily
85Power units
104 observed · MCS-150
176Trailers seen
Decoded · vPIC
6.3Avg age (yr)
1997–2026 · vPIC
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Load decision · FMCSA snapshot · Jul 18, 2026
Clear to load
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In good standing · 4
Active operating authorityActive for-hire authority is on file with FMCSA.Insurance on fileBIPD (liability) insurance is on file with FMCSA.Established 32 yearsOperating authority has been on file since 1994.Out-of-service rates below national averageBoth vehicle and driver OOS rates beat the national benchmark across 435 inspections.
USDOT registration3232 yr registered
Active for-hireInsurance (BIPD)$1M in force
FMCSA L&IVehicle OOS · 24-mo18.4%
▼ 22.26% nat'lCrashes · fatal99
9 in 24 moVektor intelligence · beyond the federal recordProprietary signals computed from VIN-decoded inspections & daily FMCSA snapshots
Fleet age vs peersTypical
6.3 yr
Model years 1997–2026 · peer benchmark unavailable.
Identity stabilityStable
32 yr unchanged
Same registration since 1994 — no chameleon / reincarnation signal.
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Verification summary
FIRSTEXPRESS INC (USDOT 557151) has a Vektor safety score of 88/100 and a Clear to load verdict, from the carrier's FMCSA record refreshed Jul 18, 2026.
The carrier holds active common and contract for-hire operating authority per FMCSA L&I as of Jul 18, 2026.
It has an active BIPD insurance filing with a $1,000,000 limit in force from GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. effective Oct 1, 2022 in FMCSA L&I's current snapshot as of Jul 18, 2026.
Its vehicle out-of-service rate was 18.4% over the last 24 months, versus the 22.26% CVSA national average, from FMCSA roadside-inspection data refreshed Jul 18, 2026.
The carrier received 263 roadside inspections in the last 24 months — 152 vehicle-level and 263 driver-level — across 19 states, according to FMCSA roadside-inspection data refreshed Jul 18, 2026.
The carrier has 9 reportable crashes in the last 24 months and 9 fatal crashes across the full FMCSA crash record available as of Jul 18, 2026.
It reports 85 power units and 76 drivers in its most recent MCS-150 filing dated Apr 15, 2026.
It has an FMCSA safety rating of Satisfactory assigned Jun 14, 2006 in the federal record refreshed Jul 18, 2026.
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Frequently asked
What is FIRSTEXPRESS INC's USDOT number?
FIRSTEXPRESS INC's USDOT number is 557151, and its motor carrier number is MC-273815.
Is FIRSTEXPRESS INC authorized to operate?
As of Jul 18, 2026, FIRSTEXPRESS INC is active in the FMCSA register with common, contract, broker operating authority on file.
What is FIRSTEXPRESS INC's safety record?
FIRSTEXPRESS INC has a 18.4% vehicle out-of-service rate (national average 22.26%) across 435 roadside inspections, with 9 reportable crashes in the last 24 months, and an FMCSA "Satisfactory" safety rating. Vektor's computed risk score is 88/100 (tier: clear).
How big is FIRSTEXPRESS INC's fleet?
FIRSTEXPRESS INC operates 85 power units and 76 drivers per its most recent MCS-150 filing.
Where is FIRSTEXPRESS INC based?
FIRSTEXPRESS INC is based in NASHVILLE, TN, with roadside inspections recorded across 19 states.
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