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SARASOTA EXPRESS CORP
Miami, FL
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Elevated Driver Out-of-Service Rate
This carrier's drivers were put out of service on 33.3% of 6 driver inspections in the last 24 months — higher than 90% 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.
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FMCSA status: Active & Authorized · DOT 2162202 · MC 751368
No Safety Rating
Active 5 yrs · first granted 2011
Broker Vetting Summary
Key signals from current FMCSA records
Authority
Active
MC-751368 · Common carrier
Insurance
On File
Highlander Specialty Insurance Company
Safety
Not Rated
37.5% OOS · 9 inspections on record
Flags · 1
Elevated Driver Out-of-Service Rate
This carrier's drivers were put out of service on 33.3% of 6 driver inspections in the last 24 months — higher than 90% 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.
Vetting notes
- Operating authority active 5 yrs since reinstatement on October 15, 2021; first granted June 30, 2011 (15 yrs, 4 mo ago)
- Insurance on file: $750,000
- Driver out-of-service rate 33.3% — above the 5.5% national average
- Vehicle out-of-service rate 50.0% — above the 20.7% national average
- 9 FMCSA inspections on record
Authority & Compliance
Authority, insurance and required filings
Operating Authority
MC751368
Common Carrier
Insurance on File
HIGHLANDER SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY
BI&PD · $750,000 · Policy DC920000966-00
Required Filings
Liability (BIPD)
$750,000
Company Information
Registration, contact and cargo details
FMCSA Registration
DOT Number
2162202
MC Number
MC-751368
Safety Rating
Not Rated
Operation Classification
Authorized for hire
MCS-150 Filed
April 22, 2026
FMCSA Registration
June 9, 2011
Authority First Granted
June 30, 2011
Authority Reinstated
October 15, 2021
Annual Mileage
98,791 mi (2024)
Contact Information
Address
2001 Nw 107th Ave Suite 450, Miami, FL 33172
Phone
Email
Owner / Officer
Joshua Eugene Smith
Cargo Types
General FreightFresh ProduceRefrigerated FoodBeveragesMeat
Safety Snapshot
Out-of-service rates, violations and crashes
Safety & Inspection Summary
Total Inspections
9
Driver Inspections
7
Vehicle Inspections
3
Out-of-Service Violations
3
Violations by Category
Vehicle Maintenance3
Unsafe Driving1
Hours of Service14
OOS Rates vs. National Average
Driver OOS Rate33.3% · national avg 5.5%
⚠ Above national average (27.8pp higher)
Vehicle OOS Rate50.0% · national avg 20.7%
⚠ Above national average (29.3pp higher)
37.5% of 8 inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service —
69th percentile among carriers with 5–9 inspections (lower is better).
CarrierChk calculation from FMCSA roadside inspection records, not an FMCSA score.
Inspection Trend by Year
2026
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
1 of 2 inspections
Unsafe Driving
1 of 8 inspections
Hours of Service
3 of 8 inspections
Driver Fitness
0 of 8 inspections
Controlled Substances
0 of 8 inspections
Fleet & Operating Areas
Observed roadside activity and equipment
Where This Carrier Operates
States where this carrier's roadside inspections were recorded
FewerMore
MT2
AR1
IN1
KS1
KY1
MD1
and 2 more states
Fleet & Equipment (13)
Vehicles identified in this carrier's inspection history. Year, make, model and equipment type are decoded from the VIN.
Power units
~7
of 6 reported to FMCSA
Trailers
~6
seen at inspection
Equipment types observed
Dry Van
6
Tractor
6
Not Applicable
1
Units on record
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1UYVS2535GM760640 | 2 | 1 |
| 2019 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1UYVS2539K2822416 | 2 | 1 |
| 2018 Peterbilt 579 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPBDP9X9JD479257 | 2 | 1 |
| 2017 Freightliner Cascadia | Not Applicable · Class 8 | 1FUJGLDV4HLJE3359 | 1 | — |
| 2019 Freightliner Cascadia | Tractor · Class 8 | 1FUJHHDR6KLKH9674 | 1 | 1 |
| 2015 Great Dane Trailers | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1GRAA0621FB702017 | 1 | 1 |
| 2018 Wabash Vans Refrigerated Van | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1JJV532B1JL088443 | 1 | — |
| 2013 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1UYVS2537DG523674 | 1 | — |
| 2014 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1UYVS2537EM818504 | 1 | — |
| 2020 Kenworth T680 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XKYDP9X4LJ348287 | 1 | — |
Show all 13 units
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Peterbilt 579 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPBDP9XXJD479252 | 1 | — |
| 2012 Peterbilt 386 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPHDP9X7CD142888 | 1 | — |
| 2018 Freightliner Cascadia | Tractor · Class 8 | 3AKJGLDR5JDJS9640 | 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 (9)
| Date | Report # | Location | Level | Viol | OOS | Shipper | Unit Type | Make | VIN | License |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| August 7, 2026 | 0127000389 | WICHITA KS | III | 8 | 1 | EVP | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FREIGHTLINER GREAT DANE TRAILERS |
1FUJHHDR6KLKH9674 1GRAA0621FB702017 |
FL DF03KD FL QB54LC |
| 395.8E-HOSPDOOS | OOSHOS (Property) - Driver produces a false record of duty status that concealed an HOS limitation violation after the last rest period. Explain: | False Log | ||||||||
| 395.8E-HOSPDOOS | HOS (Property) - Driver produces a false record of duty status that concealed an HOS limitation violation after the last rest period. Explain: | False Log | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLLML | State/Local Laws - Failure to maintain lane | Dangerous Driving | ||||||||
| 395.8E-HOSPDOOS | HOS (Property) - Driver produces a false record of duty status that concealed an HOS limitation violation after the last rest period. Explain: | False Log | ||||||||
| 395.8E-HOSPDOOS | HOS (Property) - Driver produces a false record of duty status that concealed an HOS limitation violation after the last rest period. Explain: | False Log | ||||||||
| 395.8E-HOSPDOOS | HOS (Property) - Driver produces a false record of duty status that concealed an HOS limitation violation after the last rest period. Explain: | False Log | ||||||||
| 395.8E-HOSPDOOS | HOS (Property) - Driver produces a false record of duty status that concealed an HOS limitation violation after the last rest period. Explain: | False Log | ||||||||
| 395.8E-HOSPDOOS | HOS (Property) - Driver produces a false record of duty status that concealed an HOS limitation violation after the last rest period. Explain: | False Log | ||||||||
| August 3, 2026 | U771401695 | WIBAUX MT | III | 2 | — | BLUE ROCK DISTIBUTING | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURER |
1XPBDP9XXJD479252 1UYVS2539K2822416 |
FL DF05KD ME 5579091 |
| 392.2-SLLIFTA | State/Local Laws - State tax/International Fuel Tax (IFTA) violation | |||||||||
| 395.8E-HOSPD | HOS (Property) - No driver may make a false report in connection with a duty status. Explain | False Log | ||||||||
| August 2, 2026 | 8050000843 | WEST MEMPHIS AR | III | 1 | — | BAILLIE LUMBER CO | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FREIGHTLINER UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURER |
1FUJGLDV4HLJE3359 1UYVS2537DG523674 |
FL DF59KF FL QB23TJ |
| 392.2-SLLEWG2 | State/Local Laws - Excessive weight - 2501-5000 lbs over on allowable gross weight | |||||||||
| July 19, 2026 | T130000098 | SIDNEY NE | III | — | — | SARGENTO FOODS INC | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
KENWORTH WABASH VANS |
1XKYDP9X4LJ348287 1JJV532B1JL088443 |
FL DF91KB FL QB50TI |
| June 8, 2026 | 3255C00621 | PERRYVILLE MD | II | — | — | CH ROBINSON | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURER |
1XPBDP9X9JD479257 1UYVS2535GM760640 |
FL DF04KD FL QB81FT |
| June 4, 2026 | 5730001263 | TILFORD SD | III | 6 | 1 | STEMILT GROWERS, LLC | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FREIGHTLINER UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURER |
3AKJGLDR5JDJS9640 1UYVS2539K2822416 |
FL DF06KD ME 5579091 |
| 395.8E-HOSPD | OOSHOS (Property) - No driver may make a false report in connection with a duty status. Explain | False Log | ||||||||
| 395.8E-HOSPD | HOS (Property) - No driver may make a false report in connection with a duty status. Explain | False Log | ||||||||
| 395.8E1PC | HOS - False record of duty status driver improper use of Personal Conveyance - Not OOS | False Log | ||||||||
| 395.3A2-HOSPD | HOS (Property) - Driving beyond the 14 hour after coming on duty following 10 consecutive hours off duty during the current 8 consecutive day period. Date and Tim | Hours | ||||||||
| 395.3A2-HOSPD | HOS (Property) - Driving beyond the 14 hour after coming on duty following 10 consecutive hours off duty during the current 8 consecutive day period. Date and Tim | Hours | ||||||||
| 395.3A1-HOSPD | HOS (Property) - Driving more than 11 hours following 10 consecutive hours off duty during the current 8 consecutive day period. Date and Time | Hours | ||||||||
| April 6, 2026 | U846300499 | BUTTE MT | II | 1 | 1 | COSTCO WHOLESALE | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURER |
1XPBDP9X9JD479257 1UYVS2535GM760640 |
FL DF04KD FL QB81FI |
| 393.205A-WRBH | OOSWheel/Rim - Cracks between stud holes/hand holes | Wheels Studs Clamps Etc. | ||||||||
| November 1, 2024 | 8285000569 | CLOVERDALE IN | III | — | — | SCHREIBER | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURER |
1XPHDP9X7CD142888 1UYVS2537EM818504 |
FL XE178A FL QA08LE |
| March 28, 2024 | CV43824060 | EDDYVILLE, KY | I | 3 | — | TOTAL NUTRITION TECHNOLOGY | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURER |
1XPHDP9X7CD142888 1UYVS2537EM818504 |
FL AB34BW FL QA08LE |
| 392.2 | Violation of Local Laws - Explain | |||||||||
| 393.207F | Air suspension pressure loss | Suspension | ||||||||
| 393.48A | Inoperative/defective brakes | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
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 |
|---|---|---|
| EVP | 1 | August 7, 2026 |
| BLUE ROCK DISTIBUTING | 1 | August 3, 2026 |
| BAILLIE LUMBER CO | 1 | August 2, 2026 |
| SARGENTO FOODS INC | 1 | July 19, 2026 |
| CH ROBINSON | 1 | June 8, 2026 |
| STEMILT GROWERS, LLC | 1 | June 4, 2026 |
| COSTCO WHOLESALE | 1 | April 6, 2026 |
| SCHREIBER | 1 | November 1, 2024 |
| TOTAL NUTRITION TECHNOLOGY | 1 | March 28, 2024 |
History & Filings
Authority, insurance and process-agent records
Authority History
| Date | Status | Type |
|---|---|---|
| October 15, 2024 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Common |
| September 17, 2024 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
| October 13, 2023 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Common |
| September 18, 2023 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
| October 14, 2022 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Common |
| September 19, 2022 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
| October 15, 2021 | REINSTATED | Common Carrier |
| July 31, 2017 | REVOKED | Common Carrier |
| June 12, 2012 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Common |
| May 17, 2012 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
Insurance & Revocation Filings
| Date | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| November 4, 2025 | BI&PD Primary/Excess | On file |
| June 27, 2017 | COMMON | On Record |
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