PALM TRANSPORTATION INCORPORATION
Nothing in the FMCSA record matched our risk signals. That is not a guarantee; follow the checks below.
No cargo cover filed with FMCSA
Green means the FMCSA record shows it. It does not confirm who you are talking to, or that a policy covers your specific load.
What to verify next
- Confirm authority and insurance on the official Motus record ↗. Safety record: SAFER ↗.
- Call back on the number on file, (214) 894-9959, not a number from an email or load board.
- Check that the MC number you were given is MC5981.
- Ask the insurer for a certificate of insurance naming you as holder, with cargo coverage that fits your load.
Insurance on file
Liability (BI&PD) pays for injury and damage to other people and property; it does not cover the freight. Cargo insurance covers the freight. FMCSA only requires cargo filings from household goods carriers and freight forwarders, so most carriers file none: ask for a cargo certificate that fits your load. No cargo cover filed with FMCSA.
| Type | Docket | Layer | Insurer | Coverage | Effective | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liability (BI&PD) | MC5981 | — | National Union Fire Insurance Company of Pittsburgh, Pa. Policy 034060240 · BMC-91X | $750,000 | Jun 6, 2026 | Active |
Source: FMCSA Motus · —. Identical filings repeated in the FMCSA data are shown once; a filing listed under two dockets is one policy, not extra coverage. Coverage is the maximum amount filed with FMCSA, not the full policy.
Confirm current filings: Motus record ↗ and ask the insurer for a certificate naming you as holder.
Roadside inspections Oct 18, 2024 – Oct 18, 2026
3 of 9 · Texas avg 25.1%
0 of 14 · Texas avg 7.7%
10 most recent inspections
| Date | State | Level | Violations | Out of service |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 22, 2026 | TX | 2 | 2 | No |
| Sep 2, 2026 | LA | 3 | 1 | No |
| Jul 13, 2026 | TX | 2 | 1 | Yes |
| Jun 2, 2026 | AZ | 3 | 2 | No |
| Mar 19, 2026 | PA | 3 | 0 | No |
| Mar 5, 2026 | TX | 2 | 1 | No |
| Feb 23, 2026 | TX | 2 | 7 | No |
| Feb 21, 2026 | AL | 2 | 11 | Yes |
| Feb 6, 2026 | KY | 3 | 1 | No |
| Jan 22, 2026 | NJ | 2 | 0 | No |
How these rates are calculated
Period: Oct 18, 2024 – Oct 18, 2026. Vehicle rate = vehicle inspections with a vehicle out-of-service order ÷ vehicle inspections (levels 1, 2, 5 and 6). Driver rate uses levels 1, 2, 3 and 6. The Texas average covers 347,521 vehicle and 460,200 driver inspections of all Texas-based carriers in this period. It mixes every type of operation, so compare with care; rates based on a handful of inspections say little. FMCSA's own SMS measures are weighted differently: SMS profile ↗ · SAFER snapshot ↗
Violations in FMCSA's SMS last 24 months
22 violations counted in FMCSA's Safety Measurement System (SMS), 5 of them serious enough to put the driver or vehicle out of service.
Why is this different from the 32 violations above?
The inspections section's number counts every violation written on the inspection reports in our Oct 18, 2024 – Oct 18, 2026 window. The SMS count comes from FMCSA's own monthly SMS snapshot, which uses its own 24-month window and only the violations it scores. Both are FMCSA figures; they measure different things.
| Category (FMCSA BASIC) | Violations | Out of service | Share | Texas share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Maintenance | 17 | 5 | 77.3% | 78.8% |
| Unsafe Driving | 3 | 0 | 13.6% | 4.8% |
| Hours-of-Service Compliance | 2 | 0 | 9.1% | 11.4% |
10 most frequent violations
| Violation | Times | Out of service |
|---|---|---|
| Air Brake - Hose/tubing damage into the outer reinforcement ply. Brakes All Others · Vehicle Maintenance · code 39345B2BHTD | 2 | 2 |
| Flat tire or fabric exposed Tires · Vehicle Maintenance · code 39375A | 1 | 1 |
| Tires - All others leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS Tires · Vehicle Maintenance · code 39375A3TAOL | 1 | 1 |
| Hubs - Wheel seal leaking Wheels Studs Clamps Etc. · Vehicle Maintenance · code 3965BHWSL | 1 | 1 |
| HOS (Property) - No driver may make a false report in connection with a duty status. Explain False Log · Hours-of-Service Compliance · code 3958EHOSPD | 1 | 0 |
| HOS (ELD) - ELD Form and Manner Other Log/Form & Manner · Hours-of-Service Compliance · code 39524 | 1 | 0 |
| State/Local Laws - Following too closely Dangerous Driving · Unsafe Driving · code 3922SLLFC | 1 | 0 |
| 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 · Unsafe Driving · code 3922SLLTCD | 1 | 0 |
| Driver - Failed to use seat belt while operating a CMV Seat Belt · Unsafe Driving · code 39216D | 1 | 0 |
| Air Brake - Hose/tubing damaged or not secured Brakes All Others · Vehicle Maintenance · code 39345B2B | 1 | 0 |
Source: FMCSA SMS violation file, inspections in the last 24 months, published Oct 18, 2026. "Share" is this company's mix of violations; the Texas column is the mix across all Texas-based carriers, so you can see which kinds of problems stand out. A high count partly reflects fleet size and how often trucks are inspected.
Crashes Oct 18, 2024 – Oct 18, 2026
No reportable crashes in this period.
Company details FMCSA census · Oct 18, 2026
| USDOT number | 2963235 |
|---|---|
| MC / docket | MC5981 |
| Legal name | PALM TRANSPORTATION INCORPORATION |
| Operation | Interstate |
| Business type | — |
| Power units | 12 |
| Drivers | 12 |
| Annual mileage | 300,000 (2025) |
| Hazmat | No |
| Safety rating | Not rated (no compliance review on record) |
| USDOT number added | Jan 17, 2017 · 9 years ago |
| Last MCS-150 update | Apr 15, 2026 |
Cargo carried
General FreightBuilding MaterialsLiquids/GasesOilfield EquipmentGrain, Feed, HayCoal/CokeMeatChemicalsCommodities Dry BulkRefrigerated FoodBeveragesPaper ProductsUtilitiesAgricultural/Farm SuppliesConstruction
Questions about PALM TRANSPORTATION INCORPORATION
What does PALM TRANSPORTATION INCORPORATION's operating authority allow?
MC5981: Motor carrier (may haul regulated property for hire).
Which information about PALM TRANSPORTATION INCORPORATION is old or missing?
FMCSA has not issued a safety rating, which means no compliance review is on record, not that the carrier is unsafe.
What should I verify before booking PALM TRANSPORTATION INCORPORATION?
Confirm the authority and insurance on the Motus record for USDOT 2963235. Call the company back on the phone number on file, (214) 894-9959, not a number from an email or load board message. Check that the MC number the dispatcher gave you matches MC5981, and ask the insurer for a certificate of insurance naming you as certificate holder.
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Company details from the FMCSA Company Census File (Oct 18, 2026). Inspections and crashes from FMCSA MCMIS files. About our data · Report an error.