Bonsby Eight INC
Silver Spring, MD
DBA: LAWNS PLUS LANDSCAPES
Profile data updated Mar 20, 2024 from official FMCSA records
Trust Score
Mixed
FMCSA data ↓
6
Power Units
5
Drivers
Est. 1996 (30 yrs)
Authority Age
Not Rated
Safety Rating
Company Overview
BONSBY EIGHT INC is an active carrier & broker registered with the FMCSA since June 1996. Based in SILVER SPRING, MD, They are classified as Both Interstate & Intrastate and operate intrastate (within 100 miles). Their inferred equipment specializations include Flatbed, Step Deck / RGN, Tanker, Dump Truck, Hopper / Grain and Box Truck.
Equipment Analysis
Based on FMCSA cargo authorization flags and roadside-inspection vehicle records, Bonsby Eight INC operates the following equipment types:
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Fleet Breakdown
| Equipment | Owned | Term Leased | Trip Leased | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trucks | 6 | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Trailers | 5 | 0 | 0 | 5 |
Fleet Size Classification: 3-5 Trucks
Authorized Cargo Types
Bonsby Eight INC is authorized to transport the following 8 cargo types:
Operations Scope
MCS-150 Mileage: 60,000 miles (2019)
Driver Information
5
Total Drivers
5
Intrastate Drivers
Vehicles Operated by BONSBY EIGHT INC
3 trucks identified from FMCSA inspection records. Last update: Apr 30, 2026.
What this fleet looks like
Top makes on record: Chevrolet, Ford, Sure. Equipment breakdown: 2 STRAIGHT TRUCK, 1 OTHER. Critical out-of-service rate. More than 1 in 4 inspections is finding park-it issues. FMCSA intervention is likely. Fleet data is from FMCSA roadside inspection records (24-month rolling). Trucks that haven't been inspected recently may not appear.
Equipment mix (2 vehicle types)
| Vehicle type | Count | Share |
|---|---|---|
| STRAIGHT TRUCK | 2 | 67% |
| OTHER | 1 | 33% |
Vehicle makes (3 brands on record)
| Make | Vehicles | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Chevrolet | 1 | 33% |
| Ford | 1 | 33% |
| Sure | 1 | 33% |
License plates on file (3 shown)
Recent active vehicles (3 shown)
Fleet data is aggregated from FMCSA roadside inspection records (24-month rolling window). Vehicles inspected under this carrier's DOT number are listed. A VIN can appear under multiple carriers over its lifetime if leased, sold, or operated by different fleets at different times. For VIN-specific recall service status, verify directly with the OEM dealer or NHTSA.gov/recalls.
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Safety Performance
Below Average
Above average OOS rates
O Trucking Safety Grade
5
Inspections
24 months
10
Violations
Total found
3
Out of Service
Orders issued
Out-of-Service Rates vs National Average
✗ Worse than national average (+12.5%)
✗ Worse than national average (+18.3%)
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/13/2026 | MD | Walk-Around | 1 | ✓ |
| 04/30/2026 | MD | Full | 3 | 1 |
| 12/16/2025 | MD | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 10/29/2025 | MD | Walk-Around | 3 | 1 |
| 09/17/2024 | MD | Walk-Around | 3 | 1 |
Inspection data from FMCSA (24-month window). Updated daily. View full inspection history on FMCSA →
Violation Breakdown
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Frequently Asked Questions
What equipment does BONSBY EIGHT INC operate?
Based on their FMCSA cargo classifications and fleet data, BONSBY EIGHT INC is inferred to operate: Flatbed, Step Deck / RGN, Tanker, Dump Truck, Hopper / Grain and Box Truck.
Is BONSBY EIGHT INC's authority currently active?
BONSBY EIGHT INC currently holds active operating authority with the FMCSA.
How long has BONSBY EIGHT INC been in business?
BONSBY EIGHT INC has been registered with the FMCSA since June 1996, making their authority approximately 30 years old.
Where is BONSBY EIGHT INC located?
BONSBY EIGHT INC is physically located at 16201 OLD ORCHARD RD, SILVER SPRING, MD 20905.
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Roadside Inspection History 5 records
Individual inspections from FMCSA Motor Carrier Management Information System (MCMIS). Last 24 months. Updated monthly.
What this means
BONSBY EIGHT INC has been inspected 5 times by state troopers and DOT inspectors in the past 24 months. Most inspections happened in MD. Out of these, 3 inspections (about 60%) resulted in an out-of-service order — meaning the truck or driver was held until a violation was fixed. The national average vehicle out-of-service rate is roughly 21%. The most frequently cited violation is 396.17C-PI — 2 times in this window.
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-13 | MD | Level 2 · Walk-around | 1 | — |
| 2026-04-30 | MD | Level 1 · North American Standard (full) | 3 | OOS · 1 |
| 2025-12-16 | MD | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2025-10-29 | MD | Level 2 · Walk-around | 3 | OOS · 1 |
| 2024-09-17 | MD | Level 2 · Walk-around | 3 | OOS · 1 |
Most-Cited Violations
Top 9 violation types across this carrier's roadside inspections. Cards in red triggered an out-of-service order — the most serious outcome.
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