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Carters Transit INC
Fort Worth, TX
DBA: CTI
Trust Score
Healthy
FMCSA data ↓
7
Power Units
7
Drivers
Est. 2024 (2 yrs)
Authority Age
Not Rated
Safety Rating
Company Overview
CARTERS TRANSIT INC is an active carrier & broker registered with the FMCSA since February 2024. Based in FORT WORTH, TX, They are classified as Interstate and operate interstate (beyond 100 miles). Their inferred equipment specialization is Reefer.
Equipment Analysis
Based on FMCSA cargo authorization flags and roadside-inspection vehicle records, Carters Transit INC operates the following equipment types:
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Fleet Breakdown
| Equipment | Owned | Term Leased | Trip Leased | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tractors | 7 | 0 | 0 | 7 |
| Trailers | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
Fleet Size Classification: 6-10 Trucks
Authorized Cargo Types
Carters Transit INC is authorized to transport the following 4 cargo types:
Operations Scope
CDL Drivers: 7
MCS-150 Mileage: 555,690 miles (2025)
Driver Information
7
Total Drivers
7
CDL Drivers
7
Interstate Drivers
Vehicles Operated by CARTERS TRANSIT INC
4 trucks identified from FMCSA inspection records. Last update: Apr 27, 2026.
What this fleet looks like
Top makes on record: Freightliner, Utility Trailer Manufacturer. Equipment breakdown: 2 SEMI-TRAILER, 2 TRUCK TRACTOR. Critical out-of-service rate. More than 1 in 4 inspections is finding park-it issues. FMCSA intervention is likely. No open NHTSA recalls identified on vehicles in this fleet. (Last cross-reference: Jul 2026.) 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 | 2 | 50% |
| TRUCK TRACTOR | 2 | 50% |
Vehicle makes (2 brands on record)
| Make | Vehicles | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Freightliner | 2 | 50% |
| Utility Trailer Manufacturer | 2 | 50% |
License plates on file (4 shown)
Recent active vehicles (4 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.
Dispatch Services in TX
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Safety Performance
Average
Near national average
O Trucking Safety Grade
11
Inspections
24 months
11
Violations
Total found
3
Out of Service
Orders issued
Out-of-Service Rates vs National Average
✗ Worse than national average (+1.6%)
✓ Better than national average (-3.5%)
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/07/2026 | TN | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 06/01/2026 | MT | Walk-Around | 1 | 1 |
| 04/27/2026 | OR | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 04/24/2026 | UT | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 02/22/2026 | AR | Walk-Around | 1 | 1 |
| 02/09/2026 | MT | Driver Only | 1 | ✓ |
| 10/20/2025 | ID | Driver Only | 6 | ✓ |
| 07/09/2025 | OR | Driver Only | 2 | 1 |
| 03/27/2025 | TX | Walk-Around | 0 | ✓ |
| 03/14/2025 | TX | Walk-Around | 0 | ✓ |
| 01/22/2025 | NJ | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
Inspection data from FMCSA (24-month window). Updated daily. View full inspection history on FMCSA →
Violation Breakdown
Insurance & Bonding
BIPD
$750,000
GEICO COUNTY MUTUAL INSURANCE CO.
Cargo
Not on file
Bond
Not on file
| Type | Insurance Company | Form | Policy # | Coverage | Effective |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BIPD | GEICO COUNTY MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. | 91X | 9300104256 | $750,000 | 01/16/2025 |
View Insurance History (2 past records)
| Type | Company | Policy # | Effective | Cancelled | Method |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PROGRESSIVE COUNTY MUTUAL | CA989841631 | 11/25/2024 | 02/20/2025 | TERM/CANCL | |
| PROGRESSIVE COUNTY MUTUAL | CA989841631 | 11/25/2024 | 01/16/2025 | TERM/REPL |
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Recent Changes
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Is Carters Transit INC Legitimate? Safety & Fraud Check
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Frequently Asked Questions
What equipment does CARTERS TRANSIT INC operate?
Based on their FMCSA cargo classifications and fleet data, CARTERS TRANSIT INC is inferred to operate: Reefer.
Is CARTERS TRANSIT INC's authority currently active?
CARTERS TRANSIT INC currently holds active operating authority with the FMCSA.
How long has CARTERS TRANSIT INC been in business?
CARTERS TRANSIT INC has been registered with the FMCSA since February 2024, making their authority approximately 2 years, 5 months old.
Where is CARTERS TRANSIT INC located?
CARTERS TRANSIT INC is physically located at 12625 INDIAN CREEK DR, FORT WORTH, TX 76179-6608.
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How does a fleet like CARTERS TRANSIT INC find qualified CDL drivers to hire in TX?
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Roadside Inspection History 11 records
Individual inspections from FMCSA Motor Carrier Management Information System (MCMIS). Last 24 months. Updated monthly.
What this means
CARTERS TRANSIT INC has been inspected 11 times by state troopers and DOT inspectors in the past 24 months. Most inspections happened in TX, OR, MT. Out of these, 3 inspections (about 27%) 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 395.8E-HOSPD — 7 times in this window.
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-07 | TN | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2026-06-01 | MT | Level 2 · Walk-around | 1 | OOS · 1 |
| 2026-04-27 | OR | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2026-04-24 | UT | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2026-02-22 | AR | Level 2 · Walk-around | 1 | OOS · 1 |
| 2026-02-09 | MT | Level 3 · Driver-only | 1 | — |
| 2025-10-20 | ID | Level 3 · Driver-only | 6 | — |
| 2025-07-09 | OR | Level 3 · Driver-only | 2 | OOS · 1 |
| 2025-03-27 | TX | Level 2 · Walk-around | 0 | — |
| 2025-03-14 | TX | Level 2 · Walk-around | 0 | — |
| 2025-01-22 | NJ | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
Most-Cited Violations
Top 4 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 (5)
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