RTS Financial
Fast funding for your trucking business.
Get a free quoteFMCSA Carrier Profile
BUCEPHALUS MOTOR FREIGHT LLC
Laredo, TX
CarrierChk vetting signal
Review recommended
Elevated Out-of-Service Rate
60.0% of this carrier's roadside inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service — higher than 95% of carriers with a comparable number of inspections. This is a CarrierChk calculation from FMCSA inspection records, not an FMCSA rating.
See all 2 flags (2 caution) ↓
FMCSA status: Active & Authorized · DOT 4028898 · MC 1521585
No Safety Rating
Active 1 month · first granted 2025
Broker Vetting Summary
Key signals from current FMCSA records
Authority
Active
MC-1521585 · Common carrier
Insurance
On File
Carrierguard Transportation Risk Retention Group, Inc.
Safety
Not Rated
60.0% OOS · 17 inspections on record
Flags · 2
Elevated Out-of-Service Rate
60.0% of this carrier's roadside inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service — higher than 95% of carriers with a comparable number of inspections. This is a CarrierChk calculation from FMCSA inspection records, not an FMCSA rating.
Recently Reinstated Authority
Authority reinstated September 24, 2026 following an involuntary suspension effective September 21, 2026. Continuous authority: 1 month. First granted February 24, 2025 (1 yr, 8 mo ago).
Vetting notes
- Operating authority active 1 month since reinstatement on September 24, 2026; first granted February 24, 2025 (1 yr, 8 mo ago)
- Insurance on file: $1,000,000
- Driver out-of-service rate 100.0% — above the 5.5% national average
- Vehicle out-of-service rate 40.0% — above the 20.7% national average
- 17 FMCSA inspections on record
Authority & Compliance
Authority, insurance and required filings
Operating Authority
MC1521585
Motor Carrier of Property (Except Household Goods) · $750,000 required
Insurance on File
CarrierGuard Transportation Risk Retention Group, Inc.
BI&PD · $1,000,000 · Policy CAL-0000935
Required Filings
Liability (BIPD)
$1,000,000
Company Information
Registration, contact and cargo details
FMCSA Registration
DOT Number
4028898
MC Number
MC-1521585
Safety Rating
Not Rated
Operation Classification
Authorized for hire, Private (property)
MCS-150 Filed
April 13, 2026
FMCSA Registration
February 15, 2023
Authority First Granted
February 24, 2025
Authority Reinstated
September 24, 2026
Annual Mileage
78,077 mi (2026)
Contact Information
Address
8406 El Gato Rd, Laredo, TX 78045
Phone
Email
Website
Owner / Officer
Alejandro Quintana Peralez
Cargo Types
General FreightDry Bulk
Safety Snapshot
Out-of-service rates, violations and crashes
Safety & Inspection Summary
Total Inspections
17
Driver Inspections
5
Vehicle Inspections
15
Out-of-Service Violations
12
Violations by Category
Vehicle Maintenance42
Unsafe Driving2
Hours of Service5
OOS Rates vs. National Average
Driver OOS Rate100.0% · national avg 5.5%
⚠ Above national average (94.5pp higher)
Vehicle OOS Rate40.0% · national avg 20.7%
⚠ Above national average (19.3pp higher)
60.0% of 15 inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service —
95th 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
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
11 of 15 inspections
Unsafe Driving
1 of 15 inspections
Hours of Service
5 of 15 inspections
Driver Fitness
2 of 15 inspections
Controlled Substances
0 of 15 inspections
Fleet & Operating Areas
Observed roadside activity and equipment
Where This Carrier Operates
States where this carrier's roadside inspections were recorded
FewerMore
TX8
AZ2
US2
CA1
MO1
OK1
Fleet & Equipment (19)
Vehicles identified in this carrier's inspection history. Year, make, model and equipment type are decoded from the VIN.
Power units
~7
of 5 reported to FMCSA
Trailers
~12
seen at inspection
Equipment types observed
Flatbed
7
Tractor
7
Semi-trailer
5
Units on record
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Flatbed · 53 ft | 1UYFS2530DA506416 | 3 | 2 |
| 2013 Peterbilt 389 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPXD49X6DD157510 | 3 | 1 |
| 2015 Volvo Truck VNL | Tractor · Class 8 | 4V4NC9EH6FN914768 | 3 | 3 |
| 2005 Freightliner Columbia | Tractor · Class 8 | 1FUJA6CK45LN65416 | 2 | 1 |
| 2019 Mack Anthem | Tractor · Class 8 | 1M1AN4GY3KM010140 | 2 | — |
| 2010 Kenworth T6 Series | Tractor · Class 8 | 3WKAD49X0AF261794 | 2 | 2 |
| 2015 Volvo Truck VNL | Tractor · Class 8 | 4V4NC9EJ3FN917453 | 2 | 1 |
| Not yet decoded | Semi-trailer | 00000000000003093 | 1 | — |
| 2014 Fontaine Trailer Co. | Flatbed · 53 ft | 13N153208E1566800 | 1 | — |
| 2016 Doonan Specialized Trailer | Flatbed · 50 ft | 1D9BG5031G1609773 | 1 | — |
Show all 19 units
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Othr | Semi-trailer | 1PTF8ATR7T9006624 | 1 | 1 |
| 2005 Reitnouer Inc | Flatbed · 48 ft | 1RNF48A215R010968 | 1 | 1 |
| 2013 Benson/wabash Aluminium Flatbed | Flatbed · 53 ft | 1TTF532A0D3779606 | 1 | — |
| 2020 Kenworth T680 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XKYD49XXLJ372768 | 1 | 1 |
| Braz | Semi-trailer | 4B9BKFS2XNH054182 | 1 | — |
| 2023 X-l Specialized Trailers Inc | Flatbed · 48 ft | 4U3J04824PL022373 | 1 | 1 |
| 2023 Mac Trailer Manufacturing | Flatbed · 53 ft | 5MAPS5321PN067523 | 1 | 1 |
| Mana | Semi-trailer | 5MC245324CK013091 | 1 | 1 |
| Mntr | Semi-trailer | 5MC245328CK013093 | 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 (17)
| Date | Report # | Location | Level | Viol | OOS | Shipper | Unit Type | Make | VIN | License |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| October 28, 2026 | 5430001325 | BENTON AR | III | 2 | 1 | CWS | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
VOLVO TRUCK UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURER |
4V4NC9EJ3FN917453 1UYFS2530DA506304 |
TX R807958 ME 5601821 |
| 391.11B2-Q | OOSDriver cannot satisfy the English language proficiency requirements of 391.11(b)(2) in accordance with the current corresponding FMCSA enforcement guidance (391. | General Driver Qualification | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLLED | State/Local Laws - Excessive dimension (width/height/length) | |||||||||
| October 19, 2026 | I037H10119 | DICKSON TN | III | — | — | ABC TECHNOLOGIES | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FREIGHTLINER X-L SPECIALIZED TRAILERS INC |
1FUJA6CK45LN65416 4U3J04820CL011560 |
TX R816194 OK EB7363 |
| September 19, 2026 | V262602017 | TX, TX | II | 2 | — | CWS | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
MACK FONTAINE TRAILER CO. |
1M1AN4GY3KM010140 13N153208E1566800 |
TX R860190 ME 5710629 |
| 393.45D-B | Air Brake - Audible air leak at a proper connection | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.60C | Windshield - Damaged or Discolored | Windshield/ Glass/ Markings | ||||||||
| September 19, 2026 | V262599932 | TX, TX | II | 2 | — | PROCESADORA INDUSTRIAL | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
VOLVO TRUCK — |
4V4NC9EJ3FN917453 00000000000003093 |
TX R807958 ME 5563445 |
| 393.78A-WS | Washers - Inoperative washing system. | Windshield/ Glass/ Markings | ||||||||
| 393.9A-LSML | Lighting - Side marker lamp(s) inoperative | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| August 7, 2026 | 1453002988 | LAREDO TX, US | II | — | — | BUCEPHALUS MOTOR FREIGHT | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
MACK UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURER |
1M1AN4GY3KM010140 1UYFS2530DA506416 |
TX BYR47019 ME 5601824 |
| August 5, 2026 | PE15187126 | OK, OK | I | 5 | 2 | BUNTING MAGNETICS | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
KENWORTH MAC TRAILER MANUFACTURING |
3WKAD49X0AF261794 5MAPS5321PN067523 |
TX R784997 MI E620599 |
| 393.75A3-TAOL | OOSTires - All others, leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS | Tires | ||||||||
| 395.8K2-HOSP | OOSHOS (Property) - Failing to have in possession RODS for the previous seven consecutive days and available for inspection while on duty | Incomplete/Wrong Log | ||||||||
| 393.11A1-LIL | Lighting - Identification lamp(s) missing | 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 | ||||||||
| 393.45D-B | Air Brake - Audible air leak at a proper connection | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| July 18, 2026 | V262453233 | IH 10 @ 723, TX | II | 3 | 1 | CH ROBINSON PROJECT LOGISTICS | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
KENWORTH MANA |
1XKYD49XXLJ372768 5MC245324CK013091 |
TX 02292BYR ME 5601436 |
| 395.8E | OOSFalse report of drivers record of duty status | False Log | ||||||||
| 393.55C1 | Truck Tractor manufactured on or after March 1, 1997 not equipped with an antilock brake system | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.9 | Inoperable Required Lamp | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| May 20, 2026 | V262365643 | COLUMBIA POE, TX | II | 3 | 1 | DURR UNIVERSAL | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
VOLVO TRUCK X-L SPECIALIZED TRAILERS INC |
4V4NC9EJ3FN917453 4U3J04824PL022373 |
TX R807958 MI E768555 |
| 391.11B2-Q | OOSDriver cannot satisfy the English language proficiency requirements of 391.11(b)(2) in accordance with the current corresponding FMCSA enforcement guidance (391. | General Driver Qualification | ||||||||
| 395.8F01 | Drivers record of duty status not current | Incomplete/Wrong Log | ||||||||
| 396.3A1 | Inspection, repair and maintenance of parts and accessories | Wheels Studs Clamps Etc. | ||||||||
| May 12, 2026 | V262289109 | IH35 SB SAN MARCOS SCALE, TX | II | 4 | — | GUTHRIE LUMBER | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT BRAZ |
1XPXD49X6DD157510 4B9BKFS2XNH054182 |
TX R805775 TX 210C473 |
| 393.55E | No or Defective ABS Malfunction Indicator Lamp for trailer manufactured after 03/01/1998 | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.78 | Wipers - Inoperative / missing / damaged wipers | Windshield/ Glass/ Markings | ||||||||
| 393.9 | Inoperable Required Lamp | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| 393.95A | No/discharged/unsecured fire extinguisher | Emergency Equipment | ||||||||
| April 2, 2026 | 6575002734 | EHRENBERG AZ | II | 7 | 1 | JHJ INTERNATIONAL | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FREIGHTLINER UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURER |
1FUJA6CK45LN65416 1UYFS2530DA506416 |
TX R816194 ME 5601824 |
| 393.75A3-TAOL | OOSTires - All others, leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS | Tires | ||||||||
| 393.9A-HLLH | Lighting - Headlamp(s) fail to operate on low and high beam | Lighting | ||||||||
| 393.9A-LSML | Lighting - Side marker lamp(s) inoperative | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| 395.24 | HOS (ELD) - ELD Form and Manner | Other Log/Form & Manner | ||||||||
| 393.11A1-CSLRR | Conspicuity Systems - Truck tractor, lower rear retro reflective sheeting missing on vehicle manufactured on or after July 1, 1997 | Reflective Sheeting | ||||||||
| 393.45B2-B-AIR | Air Brake - Hose/tubing damaged or not secured | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.203C-CBP | Cab and Body Parts - Hood not securely fastened | Cab Body Frame | ||||||||
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 |
|---|---|---|
| CWS | 2 | October 28, 2026 |
| ABC TECHNOLOGIES | 1 | October 19, 2026 |
| PROCESADORA INDUSTRIAL | 1 | September 19, 2026 |
| BUNTING MAGNETICS | 1 | August 5, 2026 |
| CH ROBINSON PROJECT LOGISTICS | 1 | July 18, 2026 |
| DURR UNIVERSAL | 1 | May 20, 2026 |
| GUTHRIE LUMBER | 1 | May 12, 2026 |
| JHJ INTERNATIONAL | 1 | April 2, 2026 |
| GREIF PACKAGING LLC | 1 | February 10, 2026 |
| FCC LOGISTICS INC. | 1 | February 3, 2026 |
| LIEBHR GEAR | 1 | January 19, 2026 |
| SOUTHWEST PALLETS | 1 | December 18, 2025 |
2 more shippers named at fewer inspections.
History & Filings
Authority, insurance and process-agent records
Authority History
| Date | Status | Type |
|---|---|---|
| September 24, 2026 | Active Reinstated | Motor Carrier of Property (Except Household Goods) |
| December 10, 2025 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Common |
| November 17, 2025 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
| October 16, 2025 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Common |
| September 15, 2025 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
| September 4, 2025 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Common |
| September 2, 2025 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
| July 7, 2025 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Common |
| June 26, 2025 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
| February 24, 2025 | GRANTED | Common Carrier |
Insurance & Revocation Filings
| Date | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| October 10, 2025 | BI&PD Primary/Excess | On file |
| September 21, 2026 | BI&PD Primary/Excess | Term/repl · Motor Transport Mutual Risk Retention Group, Inc. |
| September 18, 2026 | BI&PD Primary/Excess | Term/repl · CarrierGuard Transportation Risk Retention Group, Inc. |
| September 11, 2026 | BI&PD Primary/Excess | Term/repl · Motor Transport Mutual Risk Retention Group, Inc. |
| August 22, 2026 | Operating Authority Involuntary Suspension Notice | Effective September 21, 2026 |
BOC-3 Process Agent
Evilsizor Process Servers Inc
8601 W Cross Dr Ste F5 #301, Littleton, CO, 80123
CarrierChk Partners
View all partners →Your business here
Introduce your business to carriers.
Explore partnership
Sponsored listings — CarrierChk may be compensated for referrals. Partner with CarrierChk →
Data sourced from FMCSA MCMIS via Socrata. Record last updated: November 1, 2026.
Verify directly on FMCSA SAFER Web.
Verify Any Carrier Free
Search any DOT or MC number for live authority status, insurance on file, and full safety history.
This profile is built from public FMCSA records. If this is your company, you can hide your contact details or request removal of this page.