Imperial Express LLC
Akron, PA
Profile data updated Sep 27, 2025 from official FMCSA records
Trust Score
Limited History
FMCSA data ↓
1
Power Units
1
Drivers
Est. 2013 (12 yrs)
Authority Age
Not Rated
Safety Rating
Company Overview
IMPERIAL EXPRESS LLC is an active carrier & broker registered with the FMCSA since September 2013. Based in AKRON, PA, They are classified as Interstate and operate interstate (beyond 100 miles). Their inferred equipment specialization is Car Hauler.
Equipment Analysis
Based on FMCSA cargo authorization flags and roadside-inspection vehicle records, Imperial Express LLC operates the following equipment types:
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Fleet Breakdown
| Equipment | Owned | Term Leased | Trip Leased | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tractors | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Trailers | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Fleet Size Classification: 1 Truck
Authorized Cargo Types
Imperial Express LLC is authorized to transport the following 1 cargo type:
Operations Scope
CDL Drivers: 1
MCS-150 Mileage: 320,000 miles (2025)
Driver Information
1
Total Drivers
1
CDL Drivers
1
Interstate Drivers
Vehicles Operated by IMPERIAL EXPRESS LLC
2 trucks identified from FMCSA inspection records. Last update: Mar 24, 2026.
What this fleet looks like
Top makes on record: Freightliner, Kentucky. Equipment breakdown: 1 TRUCK TRACTOR, 1 SEMI-TRAILER. Zero out-of-service results in the inspection window. Either a small inspection sample or genuinely clean equipment + driver compliance. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| TRUCK TRACTOR | 1 | 50% |
| SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | 50% |
Vehicle makes (2 brands on record)
| Make | Vehicles | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Freightliner | 1 | 50% |
| Kentucky | 1 | 50% |
License plates on file (2 shown)
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
Good
Below national average OOS rates
O Trucking Safety Grade
2
Inspections
24 months
1
Violations
Total found
0
Out of Service
Orders issued
Out-of-Service Rates vs National Average
✓ Better than national average (-7.5%)
✓ Better than national average (-21.7%)
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/24/2026 | US | Walk-Around | 0 | ✓ |
| 08/01/2025 | VA | Walk-Around | 1 | ✓ |
Inspection data from FMCSA (24-month window). Updated daily. View full inspection history on FMCSA →
Violation Breakdown
Insurance & Bonding
BIPD
$1 Million
NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY
Cargo
Not on file
Bond
Not on file
| Type | Insurance Company | Form | Policy # | Coverage | Effective |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BIPD | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | 91X | WN383704 | $1 Million | 08/17/2024 |
View Insurance History (6 past records)
| Type | Company | Policy # | Effective | Cancelled | Method |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UNITED FINANCIAL CASUALTY COMPANY | CA00999460 | 08/17/2019 | 10/11/2022 | CANCEL | |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WN219411 | 08/17/2017 | 09/20/2019 | TERM/CANCL | |
| UNITED FINANCIAL CASUALTY COMPANY | CA00999460 | 10/11/2022 | 08/17/2024 | TERM/REPL | |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WN219411 | 08/17/2017 | 08/17/2019 | TERM/REPL | |
| UNITED FINANCIAL CASUALTY COMPANY | CA 3879084 | 08/17/2016 | 08/17/2017 | TERM/REPL | |
| LANCER INSURANCE COMPANY | CM0060851 | 08/17/2015 | 08/17/2016 | CANCEL |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What equipment does IMPERIAL EXPRESS LLC operate?
Based on their FMCSA cargo classifications and fleet data, IMPERIAL EXPRESS LLC is inferred to operate: Car Hauler.
Is IMPERIAL EXPRESS LLC's authority currently active?
IMPERIAL EXPRESS LLC currently holds active operating authority with the FMCSA.
How long has IMPERIAL EXPRESS LLC been in business?
IMPERIAL EXPRESS LLC has been registered with the FMCSA since September 2013, making their authority approximately 12 years, 10 months old.
Where is IMPERIAL EXPRESS LLC located?
IMPERIAL EXPRESS LLC is physically located at 10 CRESTVIEW DR, AKRON, PA 17501.
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Roadside Inspection History 2 records
Individual inspections from FMCSA Motor Carrier Management Information System (MCMIS). Last 24 months. Updated monthly.
What this means
IMPERIAL EXPRESS LLC has been inspected 2 times by state troopers and DOT inspectors in the past 24 months. Most inspections happened in VA, US. None of these inspections resulted in an out-of-service order, which is well above average. The most frequently cited violation is 392.2-SLLUP — 1 times in this window.
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-03-24 | US | Level 2 · Walk-around | 0 | — |
| 2025-08-01 | VA | Level 2 · Walk-around | 1 | — |
Most-Cited Violations
Top 1 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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Successor Entities
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