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Asset-based
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Carrier profile · USDOT 1592966 · MC-589383 ·
Panhandle Express LLC
90 power unitsavg 5.9 yrRegional · 5 statesHEREFORD, TX88/100
CARRIER ACTIVEMC-589383 ACTIVE
Observed fleet · trailing 24 mo daily
90Power units
69 observed · MCS-150
74Trailers seen
Decoded · vPIC
5.9Avg age (yr)
1997–2026 · vPIC
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Load decision ·
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 20 yearsOperating authority has been on file since 2007.Out-of-service rates below national averageBoth vehicle and driver OOS rates beat the national benchmark across 222 inspections.
Vektor intelligence · beyond the federal recordProprietary signals computed from VIN-decoded inspections & daily FMCSA snapshots
Fleet age vs peersNewer
5.9 yr
Model years 1997–2026 · peer benchmark unavailable.
Identity stabilityStable
19 yr unchanged
Same registration since 2007 — no chameleon / reincarnation signal.
Cross-border activity
No border inspections on record
208 other inspections in border states, with no named crossing match.
A named inspection location does not confirm a border transit or operating authority. Counts cover retained inspection records.
Safety and violations
Violation data is not available for this carrier right now.
Verification summary
PANHANDLE EXPRESS LLC (USDOT 1592966) has a Vektor safety score of 88/100 and a Clear to load verdict, from the carrier's FMCSA record. FMCSA profile data as of Aug 16, 2026.
The carrier holds active common and contract for-hire operating authority per FMCSA L&I. FMCSA authority data as of Sep 3, 2026.
It has an active BIPD insurance filing with a $1,000,000 limit in force from GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. effective Sep 1, 2022 in FMCSA L&I's current snapshot. FMCSA insurance data as of Aug 16, 2026.
Its vehicle out-of-service rate was 5.9% over the last 24 months, versus the 22.26% CVSA national average, from FMCSA roadside-inspection data. FMCSA safety data as of Sep 17, 2026.
The carrier received 139 roadside inspections in the last 24 months — 136 vehicle-level and 139 driver-level — across 5 states, according to FMCSA roadside-inspection data. FMCSA operations data as of Sep 17, 2026.
The carrier has 3 reportable crashes in the last 24 months and 1 fatal crash across the full FMCSA crash record available. FMCSA safety data as of Sep 17, 2026.
It reports 90 power units and 59 drivers in its most recent MCS-150 filing dated Jun 30, 2026. FMCSA identity data as of Sep 3, 2026.
It has no FMCSA-assigned safety rating in the federal record. FMCSA identity data as of Sep 3, 2026.
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Frequently asked
What is PANHANDLE EXPRESS LLC's USDOT number?
PANHANDLE EXPRESS LLC's USDOT number is 1592966, and its motor carrier number is MC-589383.
Is PANHANDLE EXPRESS LLC authorized to operate?
FMCSA authority data as of Sep 3, 2026. PANHANDLE EXPRESS LLC is active in the FMCSA register with common, contract, broker operating authority on file.
What is PANHANDLE EXPRESS LLC's safety record?
PANHANDLE EXPRESS LLC has a 5.9% vehicle out-of-service rate (national average 22.26%) across 222 roadside inspections, with 3 reportable crashes in the last 24 months, and is not currently rated by FMCSA. Vektor's computed risk score is 88/100 (tier: clear).
How big is PANHANDLE EXPRESS LLC's fleet?
PANHANDLE EXPRESS LLC operates 90 power units and 59 drivers per its most recent MCS-150 filing.
Where is PANHANDLE EXPRESS LLC based?
PANHANDLE EXPRESS LLC is based in HEREFORD, TX, with roadside inspections recorded across 5 states.
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