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BURNING DAYLIGHT TRANSPORTATION LLC
DBA: Burning Daylight Transportation
Killen, AL
CarrierChk vetting signal
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Elevated Out-of-Service Rate
44.4% of this carrier's roadside inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service — higher than 80% of carriers with a comparable number of inspections. This is a CarrierChk calculation from FMCSA inspection records, not an FMCSA rating.
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FMCSA status: Active & Authorized · DOT 3788093 · MC 1358678
No Safety Rating
Active 4 yrs, 9 mo
Broker Vetting Summary
Key signals from current FMCSA records
Authority
Active
MC-1358678 · Common carrier
Insurance
On File
Geico Marine Insurance Company
Safety
Not Rated
44.4% OOS · 18 inspections on record
Flags · 1
Elevated Out-of-Service Rate
44.4% of this carrier's roadside inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service — higher than 80% of carriers with a comparable number of inspections. This is a CarrierChk calculation from FMCSA inspection records, not an FMCSA rating.
Vetting notes
- Operating authority active for 4 yrs, 9 mo
- Insurance on file: $750,000
- Vehicle out-of-service rate 66.7% — above the 20.7% national average
- Driver out-of-service rate 0.0% — below the 5.5% national average
- 18 FMCSA inspections on record
Authority & Compliance
Authority, insurance and required filings
Operating Authority
MC1358678
Common Carrier
Insurance on File
GEICO MARINE INSURANCE COMPANY
BI&PD · $750,000 · Policy 9300097516
Required Filings
Liability (BIPD)
$750,000
Company Information
Registration, contact and cargo details
FMCSA Registration
DOT Number
3788093
MC Number
MC-1358678
Safety Rating
Not Rated
Operation Classification
Authorized for hire, Exempt for hire
MCS-150 Filed
April 15, 2026
FMCSA Registration
December 27, 2021
Authority Granted
January 14, 2022
Annual Mileage
364,000 mi (2025)
Contact Information
Address
151 Travis Dr, Killen, AL 35645-4743
Phone
Email
Owner / Officer
Joshua Risner
Cargo Types
General FreightMetal/Sheet SteelLogs/Poles/BeamsBuilding MaterialsMachinery/Large ObjectsGrain/FeedConstruction MaterialsOther Cargo
Safety Snapshot
Out-of-service rates, violations and crashes
Safety & Inspection Summary
Total Inspections
18
Driver Inspections
8
Vehicle Inspections
14
Out-of-Service Violations
9
Violations by Category
Vehicle Maintenance35
Unsafe Driving1
Hours of Service9
OOS Rates vs. National Average
Driver OOS Rate0.0% · national avg 5.5%
✓ Below national average
Vehicle OOS Rate66.7% · national avg 20.7%
⚠ Above national average (46.0pp higher)
44.4% of 9 inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service —
80th 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
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
7 of 9 inspections
Unsafe Driving
1 of 12 inspections
Hours of Service
2 of 12 inspections
Driver Fitness
0 of 12 inspections
Controlled Substances
0 of 12 inspections
Fleet & Operating Areas
Observed roadside activity and equipment
Where This Carrier Operates
States where this carrier's roadside inspections were recorded
FewerMore
TN8
AL3
MS2
AR1
IN1
TX1
Fleet & Equipment (17)
Vehicles identified in this carrier's inspection history. Year, make, model and equipment type are decoded from the VIN.
Power units
~8
of 6 reported to FMCSA
Trailers
~9
seen at inspection
Equipment types observed
Tractor
8
Flatbed
7
Dry Van
1
Semi-trailer
1
Units on record
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 Reitnouer Inc | Flatbed · 48 ft | 1RNF48A297R018836 | 4 | — |
| 2025 Reitnouer Inc | Flatbed · 48 ft | 1RNF48A2XSR002461 | 4 | 3 |
| 2013 Volvo Truck VNL | Tractor · Class 8 | 4V4NC9TG6DN130212 | 4 | — |
| 1989 Peterbilt 379 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XP5DB9X3KD279587 | 3 | 1 |
| 2015 Freightliner Cascadia | Tractor · Class 8 | 3AKJGHDV8FSGJ1745 | 3 | 2 |
| 2009 Transcraft | Flatbed · 48 ft | 1TTF4820993000072 | 2 | — |
| 2000 Peterbilt 379 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XP5DR9X7YD544075 | 2 | 1 |
| 2006 Fontaine Trailer Co. | Flatbed · 48 ft | 13N14830X61531224 | 1 | — |
| 2019 Fontaine Trailer Co. | Flatbed · 53 ft | 13N2532C0K1530156 | 1 | — |
| 2016 Freightliner Cascadia | Tractor · Class 8 | 1FUJGLD55GLHB4262 | 1 | — |
Show all 17 units
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 Freightliner Long Conv. | Tractor · Class 8 | 1FUPCSZBXXLA07502 | 1 | 1 |
| 2021 Monon | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1NNVS5327MM149127 | 1 | 1 |
| 2007 Reitnouer Inc | Flatbed · 48 ft | 1RNF48A207R017882 | 1 | 1 |
| 2015 Reitnouer Inc | Flatbed · 48 ft | 1RNF48A29FR033433 | 1 | — |
| 1999 Kenworth W900 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XKWDB9X5XJ799552 | 1 | — |
| 1999 International 9400 | Tractor · Class 8 | 2HSFHAER0XC040315 | 1 | — |
| Trlr | Semi-trailer | 4J3J048292L003453 | 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 (18)
| Date | Report # | Location | Level | Viol | OOS | Shipper | Unit Type | Make | VIN | License |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January 3, 2026 | 8351000093 | EVANSVILLE IN | III | 1 | — | MORRIS BROTHERS SAWMILL | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
KENWORTH FONTAINE TRAILER CO. |
1XKWDB9X5XJ799552 13N2532C0K1530156 |
AL 1226389 TN U993204 |
| 392.2-SLLS2 | State/Local Laws - Speeding 6-10 miles per hour over the speed limit | Speeding 2 | ||||||||
| December 8, 2025 | I037H80475 | PIPERTON TN | II | 2 | 1 | — | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FREIGHTLINER REITNOUER INC |
3AKJGHDV8FSGJ1745 1RNF48A2XSR002461 |
AL 1222639 AL 44A5U75 |
| 392.9A2-C | OOSCargo - Vehicle components or dunnage not secured | General Securement | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLLTL | State/Local Laws - Misc. traffic law violation | |||||||||
| December 4, 2025 | 1928003818 | PRATTVILLE AL | II | 5 | 2 | CAR TECH LLC | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FREIGHTLINER REITNOUER INC |
3AKJGHDV8FSGJ1745 1RNF48A2XSR002461 |
AL 1222639 AL 44A5U75 |
| 393.75A3-TAOL | OOSTires - All others, leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS | Tires | ||||||||
| 393.75A3-TAOL | OOSTires - All others, leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS | Tires | ||||||||
| 393.203E-CBP | Cab and Body Parts - Cab front bumper missing/not secured/protruding | Cab Body Frame | ||||||||
| 393.203C-CBP | Cab and Body Parts - Hood not securely fastened | Cab Body Frame | ||||||||
| 393.9A-LSML | Lighting - Side marker lamp(s) inoperative | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| June 23, 2025 | 1118007494 | PELHAM AL | II | 19 | — | STEEL SUMMIT MAGIC STEEL | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
VOLVO TRUCK REITNOUER INC |
4V4NC9TG6DN130212 1RNF48A297R018836 |
AL 1209569 AL 41A5WME |
| 392.2-SLLSR | State/Local Laws - State registration/tag violation | |||||||||
| 395.8A | HOS (Form) - Paper Log/Logging Programs Form and Manner | Other Log/Form & Manner | ||||||||
| 395.8A | HOS (Form) - Paper Log/Logging Programs Form and Manner | Other Log/Form & Manner | ||||||||
| 395.8A | HOS (Form) - Paper Log/Logging Programs Form and Manner | Other Log/Form & Manner | ||||||||
| 393.11A1-CSURR | Conspicuity Systems - Truck tractor, upper rear retro reflective sheeting missing on vehicle manufactured on or after July 1, 1997 | Reflective Sheeting | ||||||||
| 393.9A-LSML | Lighting - Side marker lamp(s) inoperative | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| 393.11A1-CSLRR | Conspicuity Systems - Truck tractor, lower rear retro reflective sheeting missing on vehicle manufactured on or after July 1, 1997 | Reflective Sheeting | ||||||||
| 393.55C1-B | Air Brake - Truck-tractor manufactured on or after March 1, 1997, not equipped with an ABS system. System does not function or indicates a fault. | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.55C2-B | Air Brake - CMV other than truck-tractor manufactured on or after March 1, 1998 not equipped with an antilock brake system. System does not function or indicates | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.55E-B | Air Brake - ABS malfunction lamp defective on trailers manufactured on or after March 1, 1998 | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.78A-WS | Washers - Inoperative washing system. | Windshield/ Glass/ Markings | ||||||||
| 393.9A-LFTSI | Lighting - Front - Turn signal - inoperative | Lighting | ||||||||
| 393.9A-LIL | Lighting - Identification lamp(s) inoperative | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| 393.9A-LLPL | Lighting - License plate lamp inoperative | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| 395.8A | HOS (Form) - Paper Log/Logging Programs Form and Manner | Other Log/Form & Manner | ||||||||
| 395.8A | HOS (Form) - Paper Log/Logging Programs Form and Manner | Other Log/Form & Manner | ||||||||
| 395.8A | HOS (Form) - Paper Log/Logging Programs Form and Manner | Other Log/Form & Manner | ||||||||
| 395.8A | HOS (Form) - Paper Log/Logging Programs Form and Manner | Other Log/Form & Manner | ||||||||
| 395.8A | HOS (Form) - Paper Log/Logging Programs Form and Manner | Other Log/Form & Manner | ||||||||
| June 2, 2025 | V251902040 | IH-30 MM 186 WB, TX | II | — | — | FERGUSON ENTERPRISES LLC | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FREIGHTLINER REITNOUER INC |
1FUJGLD55GLHB4262 1RNF48A29FR033433 |
AL 1218434 AL 50C054Y |
| May 7, 2025 | 5680000756 | WEST MEMPHIS AR | III | 1 | — | STEEL SUMMIT | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FREIGHTLINER REITNOUER INC |
3AKJGHDV8FSGJ1745 1RNF48A2XSR002461 |
AL 1215215 AL 44A5U75 |
| 392.2-SLLIRP | State/Local Laws - IRP apportioned tag or registration violation | |||||||||
| April 7, 2025 | I039581798 | PULASKI TN | II | 5 | 3 | CONSTELLIUM | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT REITNOUER INC |
1XP5DB9X3KD279587 1RNF48A207R017882 |
AL 1178861 AL 52AAN9P |
| 395.8A1-HOSP | OOSHOS (Property) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed | Incomplete/Wrong Log | ||||||||
| 393.78-WOOS | OOSWipers - Inoperative/missing/damaged on drivers side, during inclement weather requiring use of the windshield wipers | Windshield/ Glass/ Markings | ||||||||
| 393.45A-BHTIJ | OOSAir Brake - Improperly joined such as a splice made by sliding the hose ends over a piece of tubing and clamping the hose to the tube | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.9A-LFTSI | Lighting - Front - Turn signal - inoperative | Lighting | ||||||||
| 393.25E-L | Lighting - Lamps (other than headlamps), not steady burning as required | Lighting | ||||||||
| January 29, 2025 | 1032013851 | IUKA SCALE US 72 EAST, MS | II | 4 | 1 | N/A | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FREIGHTLINER MONON |
1FUPCSZBXXLA07502 1NNVS5327MM149127 |
AL 1174567 AL A078835 |
| 393.75A | OOSFlat tire or fabric exposed | Tires | ||||||||
| 392.2IN | State Insurance Violation | |||||||||
| 392.8 | Failing to inspect/use emergency equipment | Emergency Equipment | ||||||||
| 396.3A1 | Inspection, repair and maintenance of parts and accessories | Wheels Studs Clamps Etc. | ||||||||
| December 10, 2024 | EUMC002220 | ROADSIDE, AL | III | — | — | CONTECH | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
INTERNATIONAL FONTAINE TRAILER CO. |
2HSFHAER0XC040315 13N14830X61531224 |
AL 1214546 AL 44A5WY3 |
| October 23, 2024 | I01R961124 | ROADSIDE, TN | II | 4 | 1 | NA | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT TRLR |
1XP5DR9X7YD544075 4J3J048292L003453 |
AL 1199795 AL NONE |
| 392.2DIM | Dimension Violation (Width / Height / Length) | |||||||||
| 392.2WC | Wheel (Mud) Flaps missing or defective | Windshield/ Glass/ Markings | ||||||||
| 392.2RG | State vehicle registration or License Plate violation | |||||||||
| 392.9A1 | Failing to secure cargo as specified in 49 CFR 393.100 through 393.142 | General Securement | ||||||||
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 |
|---|---|---|
| STEEL SUMMIT | 4 | May 7, 2025 |
| MORRIS BROTHERS SAWMILL | 1 | January 3, 2026 |
| CAR TECH LLC | 1 | December 4, 2025 |
| STEEL SUMMIT MAGIC STEEL | 1 | June 23, 2025 |
| FERGUSON ENTERPRISES LLC | 1 | June 2, 2025 |
| CONSTELLIUM | 1 | April 7, 2025 |
| CONTECH | 1 | December 10, 2024 |
| MAGIC STEEL | 1 | September 19, 2024 |
| MEGACORP LOGISTICS LLC | 1 | July 25, 2024 |
| LJT TENNESSEE | 1 | January 31, 2024 |
| MANGAS / AARKEL TOOL AND ENGINEERING | 1 | November 30, 2023 |
History & Filings
Authority, insurance and process-agent records
Authority History
| Date | Status | Type |
|---|---|---|
| January 14, 2022 | GRANTED | Common Carrier |
Insurance & Revocation Filings
| Date | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| December 23, 2024 | BI&PD Primary/Excess | On file |
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