Broadband Service Group INC
Empire, MI
Profile data updated Apr 4, 2023 from official FMCSA records
Trust Score
Limited History
FMCSA data ↓
2
Power Units
2
Drivers
Est. 2008 (17 yrs)
Authority Age
Not Rated
Safety Rating
Company Overview
BROADBAND SERVICE GROUP INC is an active carrier & broker registered with the FMCSA since November 2008. Based in EMPIRE, MI, They are classified as Both Interstate & Intrastate and operate intrastate (beyond 100 miles). Their inferred equipment specialization is Dry Van.
Equipment Analysis
Based on FMCSA cargo authorization flags and roadside-inspection vehicle records, Broadband Service Group INC operates the following equipment types:
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Fleet Breakdown
| Equipment | Owned | Term Leased | Trip Leased | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trucks | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Tractors | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Trailers | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
Fleet Size Classification: 2 Trucks
Authorized Cargo Types
Broadband Service Group INC is authorized to transport the following 1 cargo type:
Operations Scope
CDL Drivers: 2
MCS-150 Mileage: 500 miles (2022)
Driver Information
2
Total Drivers
2
CDL Drivers
2
Intrastate Drivers
Vehicles Operated by BROADBAND SERVICE GROUP INC
2 trucks identified from FMCSA inspection records. Last update: Sep 7, 2025.
What this fleet looks like
Top makes on record: Freightliner, Felli. Equipment breakdown: 1 SEMI-TRAILER, 1 TRUCK TRACTOR. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | 50% |
| TRUCK TRACTOR | 1 | 50% |
Vehicle makes (2 brands on record)
| Make | Vehicles | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Freightliner | 1 | 50% |
| Felli | 1 | 50% |
License plates on file (2 shown)
| Plate | State | Vehicle | Inspections | Last seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NO PLATE | MI | FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR | 1 | Sep 2025 |
| NO PLATE | MI | FELLI SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | Sep 2025 |
Recent active vehicles (2 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
1
Inspections
24 months
11
Violations
Total found
5
Out of Service
Orders issued
Out-of-Service Rates vs National Average
✗ Worse than national average (+292.5%)
✗ Worse than national average (+178.3%)
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/07/2025 | MI | Full | 11 | 5 |
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 BROADBAND SERVICE GROUP INC operate?
Based on their FMCSA cargo classifications and fleet data, BROADBAND SERVICE GROUP INC is inferred to operate: Dry Van.
Is BROADBAND SERVICE GROUP INC's authority currently active?
BROADBAND SERVICE GROUP INC currently holds active operating authority with the FMCSA.
How long has BROADBAND SERVICE GROUP INC been in business?
BROADBAND SERVICE GROUP INC has been registered with the FMCSA since November 2008, making their authority approximately 17 years, 8 months old.
Where is BROADBAND SERVICE GROUP INC located?
BROADBAND SERVICE GROUP INC is physically located at 8411 W STORMER RD, EMPIRE, MI 49630.
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How does a fleet like BROADBAND SERVICE GROUP INC find qualified CDL drivers to hire in MI?
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Roadside Inspection History 1 records
Individual inspections from FMCSA Motor Carrier Management Information System (MCMIS). Last 24 months. Updated monthly.
What this means
BROADBAND SERVICE GROUP INC has been inspected 1 times by state troopers and DOT inspectors in the past 24 months. Most inspections happened in MI. Out of these, 1 inspections (about 100%) 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 392.2-SLLSR — 2 times in this window.
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-09-07 | MI | Level 1 · North American Standard (full) | 11 | OOS · 5 |
Most-Cited Violations
Top 10 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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Carrier History & Continuity
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Other USDOT Registrations Sharing Officer Names (3)
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