Carrier profile · USDOT 1156962 · Data as of Oct 7, 2026

Modern Express Inc

Cypress, CA · Intrastate (Non-Hazmat) for-hire carrier · Since 2003
No MC authorityNot rated by FMCSANo hazmat
Cargo carriedGeneral FreightMetal: Sheets, Coils, RollsBuilding MaterialsChemicalsConstruction
3
Power units
100
Drivers
0
Inspections · 24 mo
0
Crashes · 24 mo
30K
Annual miles
23 yr
Registered
95
/ 100
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MCS-150 not updated in over 2 years: FMCSA requires a biennial update.

How we scored it · 5 factors
Operating authority20/20
Insurance20/20
Out-of-service rates20/20
Crashes & rating20/20
Continuity & identity15/20

Composite of public FMCSA authority, insurance, inspection and crash records weighted against the national fleet. Decision support, not an official FMCSA safety rating.

Safety

FMCSA inspections & crashes · 24 mo · AS OF OCT 7, 2026

No roadside inspections or reportable crashes in the last 24 months, and not rated by FMCSA.

Enforcement

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Authority & insurance

FMCSA L&I · AS OF OCT 7, 2026

No operating authority (MC/FF docket) on file. Private and intrastate carriers don't need one; interstate for-hire carriers and brokers do.

Equipment

SELF-REPORTED ON MCS-150
3
Power units
3
Trucks
—
Tractors owned
—
Trailers owned
100
Drivers
3
CDL drivers
Not registered for hazardous materials.

Operations & cargo

FMCSA CENSUS
Intrastate (Non-Hazmat)Authorized for Hire
Cargo carried
General FreightMetal: Sheets, Coils, RollsBuilding MaterialsChemicalsConstruction
Annual mileage
30,000 mi (2002)

Identity & federal record

FMCSA census · MCS-150
USDOT
1156962
MC / docket
None
Legal name
Modern Express Inc
DBA
—
Entity type
Carrier
Operation
Intrastate (Non-Hazmat)
First registered
Aug 4, 2003
Last MCS-150
Aug 4, 2003
Safety rating
Not rated
Drivers (CDL)
100 (3)
Hazmat
No
Business type
—

Fraud & network signals

For review, not a verdict.

No prior revocation
FMCSA shows no link to a previously revoked authority.
Shared phone number
Same phone number as 1 other active USDOT.
Unique email address
Not shared with any other active USDOT.
Unique street address
Not shared with any other active USDOT.
Sharing this phone number · (714) 898-4850

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Frequently asked

What is Modern Express Inc's USDOT number?

Modern Express Inc's USDOT number is 1156962.

Is Modern Express Inc authorized to operate?

It does not hold MC operating authority, which private and intrastate carriers do not need.

What is Modern Express Inc's safety record?

No roadside inspections or reportable crashes in the last 24 months. Not rated by FMCSA.

How big is Modern Express Inc's fleet?

3 power units and 100 drivers per its MCS-150 filed Aug 4, 2003.

Where is Modern Express Inc located?

Modern Express Inc is located at 6090 Phyllis Dr, Cypress, CA, 90630. Phone: (714) 898-4850.

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