Orion Auto Transport INC Safety Record
DOT# 2501856 · Johnston, RI 02919 · 4015889765
Excellent safety record — scored 10/100 (lower is better). This carrier has one of the best inspection records on file.
Last inspected 03/02/2026
Safety Score Breakdown · 10/100 points
Lower scores are better. How is this calculated?
According to FMCSA records, Orion Auto Transport INC (DOT# 2501856) in Johnston, Rhode Island has 16 inspections on record with 43 violations and a 12.5% vehicle out-of-service rate. Safety grade: A (excellent safety record). Active common authority.
Out-of-Service Rates vs. National Average
An out-of-service (OOS) violation means a vehicle or driver was found unsafe to operate during a roadside inspection and was prohibited from continuing until the issue was corrected.
Violation Categories · 43 total violations
FMCSA groups violations into Behavioral Analysis and Safety Improvement Categories (BASICs). Each violation found during a roadside inspection is classified into a category that reflects the type of safety risk.
Inspection History · 16 records
FMCSA inspections range from Level 1 (full vehicle and driver examination) to Level 6 (enhanced motorcoach inspection). Level 1 is the most thorough; Levels 2 and 3 are walk-around and driver-only checks.
| Date | State | Veh OOS | Drv OOS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/02/2026 | FL | 0 | 0 |
| 12/03/2025 | GA | 0 | 0 |
| 11/11/2025 | GA | 0 | 0 |
| 05/04/2025 | NC | 1 | 0 |
| 10/30/2024 | NJ | 0 | 0 |
| 07/15/2024 | SC | 0 | 0 |
| 03/21/2024 | NC | 0 | 0 |
| 12/15/2023 | SC | 0 | 0 |
| 12/12/2023 | SC | 0 | 0 |
| 10/10/2023 | SC | 0 | 0 |
Authority & Insurance
FMCSA operating authority permits interstate for-hire transportation. Carriers must maintain minimum insurance coverage levels to keep authority active. BIPD (bodily injury and property damage) insurance is required for all for-hire carriers.
| Type | Insurer | Coverage |
|---|---|---|
| BIPD/Primary | Canal Insurance Co. | $750 |
Fleet Profile
Power units include trucks, tractors, and other commercial motor vehicles registered to the carrier. Driver count reflects the total number of drivers reported on the carrier's MCS-150 filing.