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AMORY TRANSPORTATION LLC
Newport News, VA
CarrierChk vetting signal
Elevated concerns
Broker Bond Not On File
This broker is required to maintain a surety bond or trust fund, and FMCSA has no active filing on record. Carriers have no financial recourse if they are not paid.
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FMCSA status: Active & Authorized · DOT 1648804 · MC 607004
Broker (Inactive)
No Safety Rating
Active 1 yr, 3 mo · first granted 2007
Broker Vetting Summary
Key signals from current FMCSA records
Authority
Active
MC-607004 · Common carrier
Insurance
On File
National Fire & Marine Insurance Co.
Safety
Not Rated
21.7% OOS · 29 inspections on record
Flags · 3
Broker Bond Not On File
This broker is required to maintain a surety bond or trust fund, and FMCSA has no active filing on record. Carriers have no financial recourse if they are not paid.
Broker Authority Inactive
Broker authority is on record but not currently active. This entity may not legally arrange freight for compensation.
Elevated Driver Out-of-Service Rate
This carrier's drivers were put out of service on 18.8% of 16 driver inspections in the last 24 months — higher than 88% of carriers with a comparable number of driver inspections (national average 5.5%). This is a CarrierChk calculation from FMCSA inspection records, not an FMCSA rating.
Broker Authority
Broker Authority
Inactive
Docket
MC607004
Surety Bond
No surety bond on file
Authority Age
1 yr, 3 mo
Revocation Filings
3
Vetting notes
- Operating authority active 1 yr, 3 mo since reinstatement on July 14, 2025; first granted June 28, 2007 (19 yrs, 4 mo ago)
- Insurance on file: $750,000
- Driver out-of-service rate 18.8% — above the 5.5% national average
- Vehicle out-of-service rate 12.5% — below the 20.7% national average
- 29 FMCSA inspections on record
Authority & Compliance
Authority, insurance and required filings
Operating Authority
MC607004
Common Carrier
Insurance on File
NATIONAL FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO.
BI&PD · $750,000 · Policy 72TRB006210
Required Filings
Liability (BIPD)
$750,000
Surety bond / trust fund · required
Not on file
Company Information
Registration, contact and cargo details
FMCSA Registration
DOT Number
1648804
MC Number
MC-607004
Safety Rating
Not Rated
Operation Classification
Authorized for hire
MCS-150 Filed
May 14, 2025
FMCSA Registration
May 25, 2007
Authority First Granted
June 28, 2007
Authority Reinstated
July 14, 2025
Annual Mileage
918,597 mi (2024)
Contact Information
Address
802 Jefferson Ave, Newport News, VA 23607
Phone
Email
Website
Owner / Officer
Aurelia A Scharnhorst
Officer 2
Tommy Ward
Cargo Types
General FreightRefrigerated FoodMeatOther Cargo
Safety Snapshot
Out-of-service rates, violations and crashes
Safety & Inspection Summary
Total Inspections
29
Driver Inspections
20
Vehicle Inspections
12
Out-of-Service Violations
13
Violations by Category
Vehicle Maintenance20
Unsafe Driving13
Hours of Service10
OOS Rates vs. National Average
Driver OOS Rate18.8% · national avg 5.5%
⚠ Above national average (13.3pp higher)
Vehicle OOS Rate12.5% · national avg 20.7%
✓ Below national average
21.7% of 23 inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service —
55th percentile among carriers with 10–24 inspections (lower is better).
CarrierChk calculation from FMCSA roadside inspection records, not an FMCSA score.
Inspection Trend by Year
2026
2025
2024
Violation Rate by Category
Share of roadside inspections in FMCSA's rolling 24-month window that found a violation in each category. The individual violations are listed under each inspection in Inspection Details below. None of this is the basis of the safety rating, which comes from an on-site compliance review.
Vehicle Maintenance
6 of 9 inspections
Unsafe Driving
11 of 24 inspections
Hours of Service
6 of 24 inspections
Driver Fitness
0 of 24 inspections
Controlled Substances
1 of 24 inspections
Crash History (3)
Crashes reported to FMCSA in the last 24 months. A crash appearing here is a reported event, not a finding of fault.
3
Crashes
0
Fatalities
2
Injuries
3
Tow-aways
| Date | State | Fatal | Injured | Tow | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| November 11, 2025 | VA | — | — | Yes | No Adverse Conditions · Dark - Lighted · Dry |
| April 25, 2025 | VA | — | — | Yes | No Adverse Conditions · Dark - Lighted · Dry |
| November 14, 2024 | VA | — | 2 | Yes | No Adverse Conditions · Dark - Lighted · Dry |
Fleet & Operating Areas
Observed roadside activity and equipment
Where This Carrier Operates
States where this carrier's roadside inspections were recorded
FewerMore
SC6
VA4
FL3
NC3
OH3
GA2
and 4 more states
Fleet & Equipment (28)
Vehicles identified in this carrier's inspection history. Year, make, model and equipment type are decoded from the VIN.
Power units
~16
of 17 reported to FMCSA
Trailers
~12
seen at inspection
Equipment types observed
Tractor
13
Dry Van
12
Truck
3
Units on record
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1UYVS2533L6009406 | 4 | 2 |
| 2013 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1UYVS2537DM697701 | 4 | 1 |
| 2022 Freightliner Cascadia | Tractor · Class 8 | 3AKJHHDR0NSNT4221 | 4 | 1 |
| 2018 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1UYVS2532J6096812 | 3 | — |
| 2024 Western Star 57X Chassis | Tractor · Class 8 | 5KJJBZDR7RLUZ7543 | 3 | — |
| 2018 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1UYVS2531J6142503 | 2 | 1 |
| 2018 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1UYVS2538J6142501 | 2 | — |
| 2016 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1UYVS253XGM437815 | 2 | — |
| 2023 Kenworth T680 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XKYDP9X7PJ241997 | 2 | 1 |
| 2023 International LT62F | Tractor · Class 8 | 3HSDZAPR0PN453027 | 2 | — |
Show all 28 units
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 Western Star 4900 | Tractor · Class 8 | 5KJJABD12EPFT8204 | 2 | 1 |
| 2024 Western Star 57X Chassis | Tractor · Class 8 | 5KJJBZDR9RLVD1008 | 2 | — |
| 2005 International 4400 | Truck · Class 8 | 1HTMSAZR45J055347 | 1 | — |
| 2016 Mack CXU (Pinnacle) | Tractor · Class 8 | 1M1AW07Y4GM052913 | 1 | — |
| 2018 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1UYVS2530J6096808 | 1 | 1 |
| 2018 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1UYVS2533J6096804 | 1 | — |
| 2017 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1UYVS2534HM875201 | 1 | 1 |
| 2013 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1UYVS2535DU715399 | 1 | — |
| 2020 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1UYVS2536L6865802 | 1 | — |
| 2018 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1UYVS2538J6096801 | 1 | — |
| 2023 Freightliner Cascadia | Tractor · Class 8 | 3AKJHHDR8PSUN6063 | 1 | — |
| 2019 Freightliner M2 | Truck · Class 8 | 3ALHC5DV1KDKP1693 | 1 | — |
| 2022 Freightliner M2 | Truck · Class 8 | 3ALHC5DV7NDNE6791 | 1 | — |
| Freightlin | Tractor | 3ALXFB00XLDLX9453 | 1 | — |
| 2020 International LT625 | Tractor · Class 8 | 3HSDZAPR7LN321229 | 1 | — |
| 2004 Western Star 4900 | Tractor · Class 8 | 5KJJABAV04PM64252 | 1 | 1 |
| 2013 Western Star 4900 | Tractor · Class 8 | 5KJJABBG5DPFG2370 | 1 | 1 |
| 2019 Western Star 5700 | Tractor · Class 8 | 5KJJBHD12KLKT1437 | 1 | 1 |
A vehicle appearing here was recorded in an inspection — it is not proof the carrier still operates it today.
Inspection Details
Each roadside inspection with its violations
Inspection Records (29)
| Date | Report # | Location | Level | Viol | OOS | Shipper | Unit Type | Make | VIN | License |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 20, 2026 | 7549000220 | TAPPAHANNOCK VA | II | 3 | — | — | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FREIGHTLIN UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURER |
3ALXFB00XLDLX9453 1UYVS2536L6865802 |
VA 30829PZ VA 974549TL |
| 393.78A-WS | Washers - Inoperative washing system. | Windshield/ Glass/ Markings | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLLIFTA | State/Local Laws - State tax/International Fuel Tax (IFTA) violation | |||||||||
| 393.86A1-RIG | Rear Impact Guards - Trailers and semitrailers manufactured on or after January 26, 1998 inadequate or missing. | Cab Body Frame | ||||||||
| June 3, 2026 | 2428C00035 | FREDERICK MD | III | 1 | — | LINEAGE LOGISTICS LLC | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
WESTERN STAR UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURER |
5KJJBZDR7RLUZ7543 1UYVS253XGM437815 |
VA 50245PZ VA 448684TM |
| 392.2-SLLS4 | State/Local Laws - Speeding 15 or more miles per hour over the speed limit | Speeding 4 | ||||||||
| April 14, 2026 | 0240008711 | SAINT GEORGE SC | III | 1 | — | AMORY TRANSPORTATION | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
WESTERN STAR UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURER |
5KJJBZDR9RLVD1008 1UYVS2538J6096801 |
VA 50244PZ VA 682949TL |
| 392.2-SLLSR | State/Local Laws - State registration/tag violation | |||||||||
| April 8, 2026 | 0412000501 | HARLEYVILLE SC | III | 1 | — | — | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
KENWORTH UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURER |
1XKYDP9X7PJ241997 1UYVS2532J6096812 |
VA 55104PZ VA 682939TL |
| 392.2-SLLEWG3 | State/Local Laws - Excessive weight - More than 5000 lbs over on allowable gross weight | |||||||||
| March 6, 2026 | 0006854501 | I-95 132MM, NC | II | 2 | — | — | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FREIGHTLINER UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURER |
3AKJHHDR0NSNT4221 1UYVS2538J6142501 |
IN 3281112 VA 277273M |
| 392.16 | Failing to use seat belt while operating a CMV | Seat Belt | ||||||||
| 390.21A | Not marked in accordance with regulations | |||||||||
| February 25, 2026 | 0410000534 | SAINT GEORGE SC | I | 1 | — | HUDSON SEAFOOD | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FREIGHTLINER UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURER |
3AKJHHDR0NSNT4221 1UYVS2535DU715399 |
IN 3281112 VA 326991TM |
| 393.75A1-TEPBM | Tires - All others - Exposed ply or belt material in tread or sidewall area | Tires | ||||||||
| January 24, 2026 | 0411000293 | NORTH CHARLESTON SC | III | — | — | THUNDERSTAR SEAFOOD | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
WESTERN STAR UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURER |
5KJJBZDR9RLVD1008 1UYVS2532J6096812 |
VA 50244PZ VA 682939TL |
| January 13, 2026 | C208601358 | ON I-80 E EXIT 60, PA | III | 4 | — | AL-AMIN | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FREIGHTLINER UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURER |
3AKJHHDR0NSNT4221 1UYVS2533L6009406 |
IN 3281112 VA 38112TM |
| 390.21TE-LCMVINFO | Leased CMV - Failing to have the required information on the rental agreement when the lease is not more than 30 days. | |||||||||
| 392.2-SLLTCD | State/Local Laws - Failed to obey a traffic control device - Permanent or Temporary - e.g., safety official, signal, sign, light, lane marking, other | Dangerous Driving | ||||||||
| 395.8D10-HOSF | HOS (Form) - Record of duty status form failed to include total hours for each 24 hour period. Date: | |||||||||
| 392.2-SLLIRP | State/Local Laws - IRP apportioned tag or registration violation | |||||||||
| December 16, 2025 | 1532000920 | RAVENNA OH | II | 4 | 1 | AMERICAN PACKAGING | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FREIGHTLINER UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURER |
3AKJHHDR0NSNT4221 1UYVS2530J6096808 |
IN 3281112 VA 682942TL |
| 395.8A1-HOSP | OOSHOS (Property) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed | Incomplete/Wrong Log | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLLLR | State/Local Laws - Lane restriction violation | Misc Violations | ||||||||
| 390.21TB2-DOT | Operate a CMV without USDOT number displayed. Must be preceded by the letters USDOT | |||||||||
| 392.2-SLLIFTA | State/Local Laws - State tax/International Fuel Tax (IFTA) violation | |||||||||
| November 19, 2025 | 1237000971 | SAVANNAH GA | III | 1 | — | DEMARIA SEAFOOD | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
INTERNATIONAL UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURER |
3HSDZAPR7LN321229 1UYVS2533L6009406 |
IN 3857176 VA 3811TM |
| 392.2-SLLEWA2 | State/Local Laws - Excessive weight - 2501-5000 lbs over on an axle/axle groups | |||||||||
Shippers Seen at Inspections
Shipper names recorded by roadside inspectors over roughly the last three years. Only inspected loads appear, so this is a sample of who the carrier hauls for, not a complete customer list. Names are as entered at the roadside; blanks and placeholders such as “N/A” or “same as carrier” are left out.
| Shipper | Inspections | Most recent |
|---|---|---|
| LINEAGE LOGISTICS LLC | 1 | June 3, 2026 |
| HUDSON SEAFOOD | 1 | February 25, 2026 |
| THUNDERSTAR SEAFOOD | 1 | January 24, 2026 |
| AL-AMIN | 1 | January 13, 2026 |
| AMERICAN PACKAGING | 1 | December 16, 2025 |
| DEMARIA SEAFOOD | 1 | November 19, 2025 |
| LINEAGE | 1 | October 31, 2025 |
| LTL | 1 | June 26, 2025 |
| DIRECT SEAFOOD | 1 | January 8, 2025 |
| EURO USA | 1 | December 29, 2024 |
| MARUMI PRODUCTS | 1 | July 18, 2024 |
| SALM PARTNERS LLC | 1 | March 27, 2024 |
2 more shippers named at fewer inspections.
History & Filings
Authority, insurance and process-agent records
Authority History
| Date | Status | Type |
|---|---|---|
| July 14, 2025 | REINSTATED | Common Carrier |
| July 7, 2025 | REVOKED | Common Carrier |
| January 30, 2025 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Common |
| January 16, 2025 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
| December 1, 2021 | REVOKED | Property Broker |
| October 20, 2021 | GRANTED | Property Broker |
| October 14, 2021 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Common |
| September 17, 2021 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
| July 1, 2021 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Common |
| June 4, 2021 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
Insurance & Revocation Filings
| Date | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| July 1, 2025 | BI&PD Primary/Excess | On file |
| June 4, 2025 | COMMON | On Record |
| November 26, 2021 | BROKER | On Record |
| November 23, 2009 | COMMON | On Record |
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