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70/100
⚠ Caution
OOS rate 33.3% exceeds the national average of 22.26%.
Buds Express INC
DOT 3132603 · MC MC93971 · Melrose Park, IL
Report generated: June 10, 2026 at 7:30 AM
✓Authorized for hire?
✓Active insurance?
✗Safety record clean?
✗No fraud flags?
✓No prior revocations?
Carrier Summary

Buds Express INC (DOT 3132603, MC MC93971) is a Illinois-based interstate carrier headquartered in Melrose Park, IL. As of June 10, 2026 at 7:30 AM, operating authority is currently active. TruckGraph has detected 4 risk signals on this carrier, including: authority revoked within the last 3 years; recordable crash on file. TruckGraph rates this carrier "Caution" based on FMCSA compliance data, inspection history, insurance status, and network connection analysis. Last synced: June 10, 2026 at 7:30 AM.

Common Authority
FMCSA Public Record
Buds Express INC
DOT Number3132603
MC NumberMC93971
Street2225 W NORTH AVE SUITE G1
City / StateMelrose Park, IL 60160
Phone2246122082
Operation typeInterstate
HazmatNot authorized
Authority age8 yr 1 mo
MCS-150 filed03/26/2026
Company officerLukasz Labno
Power units10
Total drivers10
Authority Status
Common (for-hire)✓ Active
Contract (for-hire)Not authorized
BrokerNot authorized
TruckGraph Intelligence
Risk Signals
●Authority revoked within the last 3 years
●Recordable crash on file
●Elevated vehicle out-of-service rate
●Unsafe driving violation on record
✓ OFAC Sanctions: Clear
Connection Chain
DOT nullShared insurer
Revoked
OOS rate 33.3% vs. national avg 22.26% — above average
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Power Units
10
Fleet
Drivers
10
Total
Inspections
9
On record
Crashes
1
On record
OOS Rate
33.3%
↑ Avg 22.26%
Authority Age
8 yr 1 mo
Since 2018
Violation Categories — Last 24 Months
Hours of Service
9 insp (100%)· 1 viol
Unsafe Driving
9 insp (100%)· 1 viol
Driver Fitness
9 insp (100%)
Controlled Substances
9 insp (100%)
Vehicle Maintenance
7 insp (78%)· 4 viol
Inspection History
9 total · OOS rate 33.3%
DateStateLevelDriver OOSVehicle OOSResult
12/26/2025WIII00Pass
9/17/2024WII02OOS
2/17/2026INIII00Pass
9/9/2024ILII00Pass
9/9/2024WIII01OOS
12/9/2024INI01OOS
11/8/2024INI00Pass
10/3/2024ILII00Pass
8/2/2024WIIII00Pass
Crash History
1 total on record
DateStateFatalitiesInjuriesTow-away
—IL00Y
Insurance Status
Status
✓ Active filing on record
Insurer
NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY
Coverage type
91X
Coverage amount
$750,000
Effective
5/18/2024
Location
2225 W NORTH AVE SUITE G1, Melrose Park, IL, 60160 · Open in Maps →
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Authority Timeline
Authority GrantedMay 2018
FMCSA issued operating authority
ActiveCurrent
Authority currently active

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Buds Express INC authorized to operate?

Yes. Buds Express INC holds Common operating authority and is currently active.

What is Buds Express INC's safety record?

Buds Express INC has 9 roadside inspections on record with an out-of-service rate of 33.3%. Crash history shows 1 incidents. Review the full safety profile above before making a freight decision.

How many trucks does Buds Express INC operate?

Buds Express INC operates 10 power units with approximately 10 drivers.

Is Buds Express INC insured?

Buds Express INC has active insurance coverage on file. Coverage amount and carrier details are shown in the insurance section above.

Has Buds Express INC had any risk indicators?

Buds Express INC has a risk score of 70/100 (High Risk) with 4 active risk signals. Review the risk section above and verify independently before tendering.

What is the DOT number for Buds Express INC?

Buds Express INC's DOT number is 3132603 and MC number is MC93971. These identifiers are assigned by the FMCSA and can be used to look up this carrier in official compliance databases.

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