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AMERICAN WAY TRANS INC
Temple City, CA
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Elevated Out-of-Service Rate
53.8% of this carrier's roadside inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service — higher than 93% 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 4082247 · MC 1553310
No Safety Rating
Active 1 yr, 3 mo · first granted 2023
Broker Vetting Summary
Key signals from current FMCSA records
Authority
Active
MC-1553310 · Common carrier
Insurance
On File
Benchmark Insurance Company
Safety
Not Rated
53.8% OOS · 21 inspections on record
Flags · 1
Elevated Out-of-Service Rate
53.8% of this carrier's roadside inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service — higher than 93% 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 1 yr, 3 mo since reinstatement on July 25, 2025; first granted June 22, 2023 (3 yrs, 4 mo ago)
- Insurance on file: $750,000
- Driver out-of-service rate 20.0% — above the 5.5% national average
- Vehicle out-of-service rate 63.6% — above the 20.7% national average
- 21 FMCSA inspections on record
Authority & Compliance
Authority, insurance and required filings
Operating Authority
MC1553310
Common Carrier
Insurance on File
BENCHMARK INSURANCE COMPANY
BI&PD · $750,000 · Policy FLCA-1926-04852
Required Filings
Liability (BIPD)
$750,000
Company Information
Registration, contact and cargo details
FMCSA Registration
DOT Number
4082247
MC Number
MC-1553310
Safety Rating
Not Rated
Operation Classification
Authorized for hire
MCS-150 Filed
September 12, 2025
FMCSA Registration
May 26, 2023
Authority First Granted
June 22, 2023
Authority Reinstated
July 25, 2025
Annual Mileage
70,000 mi (2023)
Contact Information
Address
5438 Baldwin Ave, Temple City, CA 91780
Phone
Email
Owner / Officer
Xiaowen Lu
Cargo Types
General Freight
Safety Snapshot
Out-of-service rates, violations and crashes
Safety & Inspection Summary
Total Inspections
21
Driver Inspections
11
Vehicle Inspections
17
Out-of-Service Violations
12
Violations by Category
Vehicle Maintenance32
Unsafe Driving2
Hours of Service16
OOS Rates vs. National Average
Driver OOS Rate20.0% · national avg 5.5%
⚠ Above national average (14.5pp higher)
Vehicle OOS Rate63.6% · national avg 20.7%
⚠ Above national average (42.9pp higher)
53.8% of 13 inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service —
93rd 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
12 of 12 inspections
Unsafe Driving
2 of 15 inspections
Hours of Service
8 of 15 inspections
Driver Fitness
0 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
AZ5
AR3
CA3
NM3
OK3
AL1
and 2 more states
Fleet & Equipment (17)
Vehicles identified in this carrier's inspection history. Year, make, model and equipment type are decoded from the VIN.
Power units
~5
of 5 reported to FMCSA
Trailers
~12
seen at inspection
Equipment types observed
Dry Van
12
Tractor
5
Units on record
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 Volvo Truck VNL | Tractor · Class 8 | 4V4NC9EH7KN210055 | 9 | 6 |
| 2023 Wabash Vans Dry Van Duraplate | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1JJV532D1PL378322 | 4 | — |
| 2021 Freightliner Cascadia | Tractor · Class 8 | 3AKJHHDR9MSMY4045 | 3 | 2 |
| 2011 Hyundai Translead Trailers | Dry Van · 53 ft | 3H3V532C4BT037044 | 3 | 2 |
| 2023 Volvo Truck VNL | Tractor · Class 8 | 4V4NC9EJ8PN611785 | 3 | — |
| 2022 Wabash Vans Dry Van Duraplate | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1JJV532D4NL326485 | 2 | 1 |
| 2023 Volvo Truck VNL | Tractor · Class 8 | 4V4NC9EJ1PN611739 | 2 | — |
| 2023 Volvo Truck VNL | Tractor · Class 8 | 4V4NC9EJ2PN611782 | 2 | — |
| 2022 Vanguard National Trailer Corporation (vntc) | Dry Van · 53 ft | 5V8VC5327NT206197 | 2 | 1 |
| 1986 Great Dane Trailers | Dry Van · 6 ft | 1GRAA0625GK261221 | 1 | 1 |
Show all 17 units
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Wabash Vans Dry Van Duraplate | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1JJV532DXPL378321 | 1 | — |
| 2018 Hyundai Translead Trailers | Dry Van · 53 ft | 3H3V532CXJR227023 | 1 | 1 |
| 2022 Hyundai Translead Trailers | Dry Van · 53 ft | 3H3V532K0NS153262 | 1 | — |
| 2024 Hyundai Translead Trailers | Dry Van · 53 ft | 3H3V532K4RS266833 | 1 | 1 |
| 2022 Vanguard National Trailer Corporation (vntc) | Dry Van · 53 ft | 5V8VC5323NT206195 | 1 | 1 |
| 2022 Vanguard National Trailer Corporation (vntc) | Dry Van · 53 ft | 5V8VC5327NT206345 | 1 | — |
| 2022 Vanguard National Trailer Corporation (vntc) | Dry Van · 53 ft | 5V8VC5328NT206368 | 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 (21)
| Date | Report # | Location | Level | Viol | OOS | Shipper | Unit Type | Make | VIN | License |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| October 15, 2026 | UHG4000449 | CA, CA | I | 4 | 1 | — | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FREIGHTLINER HYUNDAI TRANSLEAD TRAILERS |
3AKJHHDR9MSMY4045 3H3V532C4BT037044 |
CA ZP67444 CA 4XR7396 |
| 393.75A3-TAOL | OOSTires - All others, leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS | Tires | ||||||||
| 393.45D-B | Air Brake - Audible air leak at a proper connection | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLLED | State/Local Laws - Excessive dimension (width/height/length) | |||||||||
| 396.3A1-BACM-L6 | Air Brake - Air compressor mounting brackets have missing or loose mounting bolts. | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| August 10, 2026 | XE51450425 | SANDERS AZ | II | 2 | 2 | NONE | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
VOLVO TRUCK HYUNDAI TRANSLEAD TRAILERS |
4V4NC9EH7KN210055 3H3V532K4RS266833 |
CA YP87595 ME 5182792 |
| 393.75A3-TAOL | OOSTires - All others, leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS | Tires | ||||||||
| 395.8E1PC-OOS | OOSHOS - False record of duty status that concealed an HOS limitation violation after the last rest period. Driver improperly used Personal Conveyance | False Log | ||||||||
| July 29, 2026 | NEAK003204 | CA, CA | II | 5 | — | NONE | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
VOLVO TRUCK WABASH VANS |
4V4NC9EJ8PN611785 1JJV532D4NL326485 |
CA YP67333 CA 4TX6521 |
| 395.8A1-HOSP | HOS (Property) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed | Incomplete/Wrong Log | ||||||||
| 395.8A1-HOSP | HOS (Property) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed | Incomplete/Wrong Log | ||||||||
| 393.45B2-B-AIR | Air Brake - Hose/tubing damaged or not secured | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.45B2-B-AIR | Air Brake - Hose/tubing damaged or not secured | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 396.9D2-FTF | Failing to correct the violation(s)/defect(s) noted on the roadside inspection report | Inspection Reports | ||||||||
| July 19, 2026 | 7001001272 | KINGMAN AZ | II | 1 | — | FEIT ELECTRIC COMPANY | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
VOLVO TRUCK VANGUARD NATIONAL TRAILER CORPORATION (VNTC) |
4V4NC9EJ2PN611782 5V8VC5327NT206197 |
CA YP67332 CA 4UG3902 |
| 393.11A1-CSLRR | Conspicuity Systems - Truck tractor, lower rear retro reflective sheeting missing on vehicle manufactured on or after July 1, 1997 | Reflective Sheeting | ||||||||
| July 5, 2026 | 7660002083 | VAN BUREN AR | III | 5 | — | STG LOGISTICS LAX | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
VOLVO TRUCK WABASH VANS |
4V4NC9EJ8PN611785 1JJV532D1PL378322 |
CA YP67333 CA 4UZ1542 |
| 395.24 | HOS (ELD) - ELD Form and Manner | Other Log/Form & Manner | ||||||||
| 395.8E-HOSPD | HOS (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 | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLLSIV | State/Local Laws - State insurance violation | |||||||||
| 392.64-D | Driver - Riding within a closed body of a CMV without proper exits | Towing Loaded Bus | ||||||||
| June 1, 2026 | 7030001195 | OZARK AR | II | 4 | 2 | TREEHOUSE FABRICATION | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FREIGHTLINER HYUNDAI TRANSLEAD TRAILERS |
3AKJHHDR9MSMY4045 3H3V532C4BT037044 |
CA ZP67444 ME 264374B |
| 393.75A3-TAOL | OOSTires - All others, leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS | Tires | ||||||||
| 395.8E-HOSPDELDT | OOSHOS (Property) - Tampering with an ELD so that the device does not accurately record and retain required data. Explain: | False Log | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLLSR | State/Local Laws - State registration/tag violation | |||||||||
| 393.9A-LIL | Lighting - Identification lamp(s) inoperative | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| May 24, 2026 | 3064Q40SZN | LORDSBURG PORT OF ENTRY, NM | I | 4 | 1 | TRANSLOAD | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
VOLVO TRUCK VANGUARD NATIONAL TRAILER CORPORATION (VNTC) |
4V4NC9EH7KN210055 5V8VC5327NT206197 |
CA YP87595 CA 4UG3902 |
| 396.3A1BOS | BRAKES OUT OF SERVICE: The number of defective brakes is equal to or greater than 20 percent of the service brakes on the vehicle or combination | Brake Out Of Service | ||||||||
| 393.47E | Brake Out of Adjustment - Roto, Clamp (Short & Long), DD-3, or Bolt | Brakes Out of Adjustment | ||||||||
| 393.47E | Brake Out of Adjustment - Roto, Clamp (Short & Long), DD-3, or Bolt | Brakes Out of Adjustment | ||||||||
| 393.53B | CMV manufactured after 10/19/94 has an automatic airbrake adjustment system that fails to compensate for wear | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| February 28, 2026 | NFMB000526 | DESERT HILLS IF, CA | I | 3 | 1 | SPARKS GRAND PRAIRIE | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
VOLVO TRUCK HYUNDAI TRANSLEAD TRAILERS |
4V4NC9EH7KN210055 3H3V532C4BT037044 |
CA YP87595 ME AU32893 |
| 396.3A1-BOS | OOSBrake - Defective brake(s) are equal to or greater than 20% of the service brakes on the vehicle/combination | Brake Out Of Service | ||||||||
| 393.47E | Brake Out of Adjustment - Roto, Clamp (Short & Long), DD-3, or Bolt | Brakes Out of Adjustment | ||||||||
| 393.53B-B | Air Brake - CMV manufactured on or after 10/20/1994 has an automatic airbrake adjustment system that fails to compensate for wear | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| February 18, 2026 | 8096Q1DFB1 | GALLUP PORT OF ENTRY, NM | II | 1 | — | BEE SOLUTION NETWORK | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
VOLVO TRUCK WABASH VANS |
4V4NC9EJ2PN611782 1JJV532D1PL378322 |
CA YP67332 CA 4UZ1542 |
| 393.55E | No or Defective ABS Malfunction Indicator Lamp for trailer manufactured after 03/01/1998 | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| February 9, 2026 | LJ00300438 | HOOVER AL | II | 2 | — | LUXFER GAS CYLINDERS | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FREIGHTLINER HYUNDAI TRANSLEAD TRAILERS |
3AKJHHDR9MSMY4045 3H3V532C4BT037044 |
CA ZP67444 ME 264374B |
| 393.78A-WS | Washers - Inoperative washing system. | Windshield/ Glass/ Markings | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLLFC | State/Local Laws - Following too closely | Dangerous Driving | ||||||||
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 |
|---|---|---|
| FEIT ELECTRIC COMPANY | 1 | July 19, 2026 |
| STG LOGISTICS LAX | 1 | July 5, 2026 |
| TREEHOUSE FABRICATION | 1 | June 1, 2026 |
| TRANSLOAD | 1 | May 24, 2026 |
| SPARKS GRAND PRAIRIE | 1 | February 28, 2026 |
| BEE SOLUTION NETWORK | 1 | February 18, 2026 |
| LUXFER GAS CYLINDERS | 1 | February 9, 2026 |
| CLAYTON INDUSTRIES | 1 | January 19, 2026 |
| LANDSTAR | 1 | December 23, 2025 |
| CCMI LABS | 1 | October 7, 2025 |
| TRANE TECHNOLOGIES | 1 | April 2, 2025 |
| WINSIGHT INTERNATIONAL SOLUTIONS INC | 1 | October 15, 2024 |
6 more shippers named at fewer inspections.
History & Filings
Authority, insurance and process-agent records
Authority History
| Date | Status | Type |
|---|---|---|
| July 25, 2025 | REINSTATED | Common Carrier |
| June 23, 2025 | REVOKED | Common Carrier |
| June 17, 2024 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Common |
| May 20, 2024 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
| June 22, 2023 | GRANTED | Common Carrier |
Insurance & Revocation Filings
| Date | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| September 11, 2025 | BI&PD Primary/Excess | On file |
| May 19, 2025 | COMMON | On Record |
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