Vortex Trucking LLC
Rio Grande City, TX
Profile data updated Aug 22, 2025 from official FMCSA records
Trust Score
Limited History
FMCSA data ↓
1
Power Units
1
Drivers
FMCSA since 2025 (1 yr)
Authority Age
Not Rated
Safety Rating
Company Overview
VORTEX TRUCKING LLC is an active carrier & broker registered with the FMCSA since February 2025. Based in Rio Grande City, TX, they operate a fleet of 1 power unit. They are classified as Both Interstate & Intrastate and operate intrastate (beyond 100 miles). Their inferred equipment specializations include Flatbed, Dump Truck and Oilfield / Heavy.
Equipment Analysis
Based on FMCSA cargo authorization flags and roadside-inspection vehicle records, Vortex Trucking 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 |
Authorized Cargo Types
Vortex Trucking LLC is authorized to transport the following 6 cargo types:
Operations Scope
MCS-150 Mileage: 42,000 miles (2024)
Driver Information
1
Total Drivers
1
Intrastate Drivers
Dispatch Services in TX
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Safety Performance
Good
Below national average OOS rates
O Trucking Safety Grade
1
Inspections
24 months
0
Violations
Total found
0
Out of Service
Orders issued
Out-of-Service Rates vs National Average
✓ Better than national average (-6.2%)
✓ Better than national average (-22.8%)
Out-of-service rates follow FMCSA's definition: the share of relevant roadside inspections in which at least one out-of-service order was issued. Vehicle rates use level 1, 2 and 5 inspections; driver rates use level 1, 2, 3 and 6. National averages are computed from the same FMCSA inspection data.
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/25/2026 | TX | Walk-Around | 0 | ✓ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What equipment does VORTEX TRUCKING LLC operate?
Based on their FMCSA cargo classifications and fleet data, VORTEX TRUCKING LLC is inferred to operate: Flatbed, Dump Truck and Oilfield / Heavy.
Is VORTEX TRUCKING LLC's authority currently active?
VORTEX TRUCKING LLC currently holds active operating authority with the FMCSA.
How long has VORTEX TRUCKING LLC been in business?
VORTEX TRUCKING LLC has been registered with the FMCSA since February 2025, making their authority approximately 1 year, 5 months old.
Where is VORTEX TRUCKING LLC located?
VORTEX TRUCKING LLC is physically located at 112 ROSS DR, RIO GRANDE CITY, TX 78582.
Roadside Inspection History 1 records
Individual inspections from FMCSA Motor Carrier Management Information System (MCMIS). Last 24 months. Updated monthly.
What this means
VORTEX TRUCKING LLC has been inspected 1 times by state troopers and DOT inspectors in the past 24 months. Most inspections happened in TX. None of these inspections resulted in an out-of-service order, which is well above average.
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-25 | TX | Level 2 · Walk-around | 0 | — |
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Carrier History & Continuity
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Other USDOT Registrations Sharing Officer Names (5)
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