Jefferson Tours and Charters Safety Record
DOT# 728777 · Murray, KY 42071 · 2707620041
Legal name: Taylor Motors INC
Excellent safety record — scored 5/100 (lower is better). This carrier has one of the best inspection records on file.
Last inspected 09/09/2025
Safety Score Breakdown · 5/100 points
Lower scores are better. How is this calculated?
According to FMCSA records, Jefferson Tours and Charters (DOT# 728777) in Murray, Kentucky has 129 inspections on record and a 0.0% vehicle out-of-service rate and 2 crashes. 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.
Inspection History · 100 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/09/2025 | KY | 0 | 0 |
| 09/09/2025 | KY | 0 | 0 |
| 09/09/2025 | KY | 0 | 0 |
| 09/09/2025 | KY | 0 | 0 |
| 09/09/2025 | KY | 0 | 0 |
| 09/09/2025 | KY | 0 | 0 |
| 09/09/2025 | KY | 0 | 0 |
| 09/09/2025 | KY | 0 | 0 |
| 09/09/2025 | KY | 0 | 0 |
| 09/09/2025 | KY | 0 | 0 |
Crash History · 2 records
| Date | State | Fatalities | Injuries | Tow-Aways |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06-JUN-25 | KY | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| 03-MAY-24 | KY | 0 | 1 | 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 | National Interstate Insurance Company | $5,000 |
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.