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Freight Carrier · Bakersfield, CA

LAUT TRANSPORTATION INC

Name: LAUT TRANSPORTATION INC
Address: 4800 STINE RD, BAKERSFIELD, CA, 93313, US
Telephone: (661) 910-4900

4800 STINE RD · Bakersfield, CA 93313

AUTHORIZED FOR:

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MC #880127
USDOT #2532266 USDOT Active

320
Power Units
340
Drivers
Carrier
Entity Type

About this carrier

LAUT TRANSPORTATION INC is a Bakersfield, CA freight carrier that is authorized for: in the state of California. This company has 320 truck(s) in their fleet and 340 truck drivers. Their motor carrier number is MC-880127 and their USDOT number is 2532266.

Sourced from FMCSA SAFER · last filed 02/12/2026 · last updated Aug 21, 2026.

Carrier Details

Operating Status AUTHORIZED FOR:
MCS-150 Filed 02/12/2026
MCS-150 Mileage 49,866,560 (2025)

Authority & Operations

Operation Classification

Authorized for Hire

Carrier Operation

Interstate

Cargo Authorized

General Freight
Fresh Produce

Safety Record

201 Severe Violations Updated Sep 1, 2026

Crashes (24 mo)

1
Fatal
8
Injury
24
Tow
33
Total

Behavior Categories (BASICs)

CategoryMeasureViolations Unsafe Driving 3.29 160 Crash Indicator Not Public — Hours of Service 0.96 165 Vehicle Maintenance 3.83 236 Drugs / Alcohol 0 1 Hazmat Not Public — Driver Fitness 0.11 10

Inspection Summary

880
Total
434
Clean
446
With violations

24-month window ending Jul 31, 2026

Violations Cited 198 unique codes

Critical 73

392.2-SLLS4State/Local Laws - Speeding 15 or more miles per hour over the speed limit8× SW 10
392.2-SLLSWZState/Local Laws - Speeding work/construction zone7× SW 10
392.82DUMTDriver - Using a hand-held mobile telephone3× SW 10
392.2-SLLCPState/Local Laws - Operate a CMV while using a cellular phone2× SW 10
392.2-SLLTState/Local Laws - Operating a CMV while texting2× SW 10
392.80-TEXTINGDriver - Prohibition against texting in a CMV1× SW 10
392.82(a)1Using a hand-held mobile telephone while operating a CMV1× SW 10
393.75A3-TAOLTires - All others, leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS31× OOS×31 SW 8
383.23A2-LCDLNLicense (CDL) - Operate a CMV and does not possess a valid CDL5× OOS×5 SW 8
393.75(a)(3)Tire-flat and/or audible air leak3× OOS×3 SW 8
393.75A3-TAOLTISTires - All others, leaking in tread area and inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire equipped with ATIS3× OOS×3 SW 8
383.23(a)(2)Operating a CMV without a CDL2× OOS×2 SW 8
393.75(a)Flat tire or fabric exposed2× OOS×2 SW 8
383.51A-SINDriving a CMV while CDL is suspended for a safety-related or unknown reason and in state of driver's license issuance1× OOS×1 SW 8
383.95A-LCDLRestriction - (CDL) - Operate a CMV in violation of a restriction1× OOS×1 SW 8
391.11B5-DNLDriver does not have a valid operator's license for the CMV being operated1× OOS×1 SW 8
393.75A2-TAOBBTires - All others, bump or bulge related to tread or sidewall separation1× OOS×1 SW 8
393.75C-TAOTD-LT1/32Tires - Less than 1/32 inch tread depth at 3 locations/2 adjacent tread grooves2× SW 8
393.75C-TAOTD-LT2/32Tires - Less than 2/32 inch tread depth2× SW 8
393.75A1-TRPETTires - Has more two or more plies are exposed in the tread area exceeding 2 square inches.1× SW 8
393.75(c)Tire-other tread depth less than 2/32 of inch measured in a major tread groove1× SW 8
395.8(e)False report of drivers record of duty status10× OOS×8 SW 7
395.8E-HOSPDOOSHOS (Property) - Driver produces a false record of duty status that concealed an HOS limitation violation after the last rest period. Explain:8× OOS×8 SW 7
395.8E-HOSPDHOS (Property) - No driver may make a false report in connection with a duty status. Explain36× OOS×7 SW 7
393.207F-SDASSuspension - Deflated air suspension3× OOS×3 SW 7
395.3B2-HOSPDITHOS (Property) - Driving after being on duty more than 70 hours in the previous 8 consecutive days at the time of inspection. Time2× OOS×2 SW 7
395.8E1PC-OOSHOS - False record of duty status that concealed an HOS limitation violation after the last rest period. Driver improperly used Personal Conveyance2× OOS×2 SW 7
393.207A-SAPPASSuspension - Axle positioning part cracked/broken/loose/missing resulting in axle shift2× OOS×2 SW 7
395.3A1-HOSPDHOS (Property) - Driving more than 11 hours following 10 consecutive hours off duty during the current 8 consecutive day period. Date and Time4× OOS×1 SW 7
395.3A2-HOSPDITHOS (Property) - Driver driving beyond the 14 hour after coming on duty following 10 consecutive hours off duty at the time of inspection. Time4× OOS×1 SW 7
395.3A2-PROPDriving beyond 14 hour duty period (Property carrying vehicle)2× OOS×1 SW 7
393.207(f)Air suspension pressure loss2× OOS×1 SW 7
395.8E1-HOSPVICDOOSHOS (Passenger) - Co-driver produces a false record of duty status with an apparent attempt to conceal hours. Explain1× OOS×1 SW 7
395.8E-HOSPDELDTHOS (Property) - Tampering with an ELD so that the device does not accurately record and retain required data. Explain:1× OOS×1 SW 7
393.100B-CCargo - Cargo not secured to prevent leaking/spilling/blowing/falling from CMV1× OOS×1 SW 7
393.207(a)Axle positioning parts defective/missing1× OOS×1 SW 7
393.207A-STBWSuspension - Suspension connecting rod or tracking component assembly missing the rubber bushing or the rubber bushing is worn to the extent that the component can be moved by hand along the axis of the component1× OOS×1 SW 7
393.207A-STCBSuspension - Suspension connecting rod or tracking component assembly (including spring leaves used as a suspension connecting rod) or any part used for attaching the same to the vehicle frame or axle is cracked, loose, broken or missing1× OOS×1 SW 7
393.9A-LSLIWRLighting - Stop lamps - Both inoperative when required to be on6× OOS×6 SW 6
393.9A-LTSILighting - Turn signal - Any inoperative on the rearmost vehicle.3× OOS×3 SW 6
393.9(a)Inoperative Brake Lamps2× OOS×1 SW 6
393.9TSInoperative turn signal2× OOS×1 SW 6
393.11A1-LSLMWRLighting - Stop lamps - Both missing when required to be on.1× OOS×1 SW 6
393.11A1-LTSMLighting - Turn signal - Any missing on the rearmost vehicle.1× OOS×1 SW 6
393.9A-LRLIWRLighting - Tail lamp - Both lamps on rearmost vehicle inoperative when required to be on1× OOS×1 SW 6
395.8A1-HOSPHOS (Property) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed3× OOS×2 SW 5
395.8A-NON-ELDNo record of duty status when one is required (ELD Not Required)1× OOS×1 SW 5
395.8K2-HOSPHOS (Property) - Failing to have in possession RODS for the previous seven consecutive days and available for inspection while on duty1× OOS×1 SW 5
393.45B2-BHTDAir Brake - Hose/tubing damage into the outer reinforcement ply.17× OOS×15 SW 4
393.45B2UVBrake Hose or Tubing Chafing and/or Kinking Under Vehicle12× OOS×4 SW 4
393.45B2PCBrake Hose or Tubing Chafing and/or Kinking - Connection to Power Unit11× OOS×4 SW 4
393.45B2-B-VACBrake - Vacuum hose(s) or line(s) restricted/abraded/chafed through outer cover-to-cord ply crimped/cracked/broken3× OOS×3 SW 4
393.45(b)(2)Brake hose or tubing chafing and/or kinking2× OOS×2 SW 4
393.45D-BAALAir Brake - Audible air leak at other than a proper connection2× OOS×2 SW 4
393.45B2-B-AIRAir Brake - Hose/tubing damaged or not secured17× OOS×1 SW 4
393.45(d)Brake connections with leaks or constrictions2× OOS×1 SW 4
396.3A1-BARSAir Brake - Air reservoir separated from its original attachment points or moving more than 1 inch2× OOS×1 SW 4
393.45Brake tubing and hose adequacy1× OOS×1 SW 4
393.45(a)Air Brake tubing improperly joined or spliced1× OOS×1 SW 4
393.45D-BHDBAir Brake - Damaged by heat or broken1× OOS×1 SW 4
393.45UVBrake Tubing and Hose Adequacy Under Vehicle1× OOS×1 SW 4
393.47A-BCFSBDDrum Brake - Contaminated friction surface1× OOS×1 SW 4
393.47A-BCLMBD-SADrum Brake - Cracked/loose/missing lining/pad on a steering axle1× OOS×1 SW 4
393.47A-BRCBrake - Rotor (disc) with a crack in length of more than 75% of the friction surface or thru the rotor1× OOS×1 SW 4
392.5(a)(3)Driver having possession of alcohol while on duty, or operating, or in physical control of a CMV1× OOS×1 SW 3
393.70(b)Defective/improper fifth wheel assemblies1× OOS×1 SW 3
396.3A1-FFuel - Dripping leak.1× OOS×1 SW 3
393.205A-WRBHWheel/Rim - Cracks between stud holes/hand holes2× OOS×2 SW 2
391.11B4-CLHAMedical (Certificate) - Operating a commercial vehicle without corrective lenses or hearing aid as indicated on the driver's medical certificate1× OOS×1 SW 2
396.5B-HWSLHubs - Wheel seal leaking1× OOS×1 SW 2
392.9A2-CCargo - Vehicle components or dunnage not secured3× OOS×3 SW 1
395.3A3HOSPRNCDriving beyond 11 hour driving limit in a 14-hour period at time of inspection. (Property carrying vehicle) - Nominal Violation1× OOS×1 SW 1
396.3(a)1BOSBrake - Defective brake(s) are equal to or greater than 20% of the service brakes on the vehicle/combination8× OOS×8 SW 0

Unsafe Driving 20

392.2-SLLS3State/Local Laws - Speeding 11-14 miles per hour over the speed limit16× SW 7
392.16-DDriver - Failed to use seat belt while operating a CMV7× SW 7
392.16ADDriver - Failed to use seat belt while operating a CMV.2× SW 7
392.16Failing to use seat belt while operating a CMV1× SW 7
392.2CFailure to obey traffic control device19× SW 5
392.2-SLLTCDState/Local Laws - Failed to obey a traffic control device - Permanent or Temporary - e.g., safety official, signal, sign, light, lane marking, other16× SW 5
392.2-SLLMLState/Local Laws - Failure to maintain lane5× SW 5
392.2FCFollowing too close3× SW 5
392.2-SLLITState/Local Laws - Improper turns2× SW 5
392.2-MLFailure to Maintain Lane1× SW 5
392.2-SLLFCState/Local Laws - Following too closely1× SW 5
392.2-SLLILCState/Local Laws - Improper lane change1× SW 5
392.71A-DDriver - Using or equipping a CMV with a radar detector1× SW 5
392.2-SLLS2State/Local Laws - Speeding 6-10 miles per hour over the speed limit32× SW 4
392.2-SLLLRState/Local Laws - Lane restriction violation19× SW 3
392.2LVLane Restriction violation2× SW 3
392.22A-DDriver - Failed to activate hazard warning signal flashers14× SW 1
392.2-SLLUPState/Local Laws - Unlawfully parking /leaving vehicle on roadway6× SW 1
392.2PKUnlawfully parking and/or leaving vehicle in the roadway4× SW 1
392.60A-DDriver - Unauthorized passenger(s) on-board a CMV1× SW 1

Hours of Service 32

395.3A2-HOSPDHOS (Property) - Driving beyond the 14 hour after coming on duty following 10 consecutive hours off duty during the current 8 consecutive day period. Date and Time3× SW 7
395.3(a)(3)(ii)Driving beyond 8 hour driving limit since the end of the last on duty, off duty, or sleeper period of at least 30 minutes3× SW 7
395.3A3-PROPDriving beyond 11 hour driving limit. (Property Carrying Vehicle)1× SW 7
395.3AIIDriving beyond 8 hour driving limit since the end of the last on duty, off duty or sleeper berth period of at least 30 consecutive minutes1× SW 7
395.8E1-HOSPVIDHOS (Passenger) - No driver may make a false report in connection with a duty status. Explain1× SW 7
395.8(e)(1)PCHOS - False record of duty status driver improper use of Personal Conveyance - Not OOS1× SW 7
395.8E-HOSPCDOOSHOS (Property) - Co-driver produces a false record of duty status with an apparent attempt to conceal hours. Explain1× SW 7
395.32B-ELDDFRHOS (ELD) - Driver failed to review any unassigned driving time when prompted by the ELD2× SW 5
395.20BELDNVHOS (ELD) - The ELD display screen is not viewable by an authorized official without entering the CMV1× SW 5
395.8F1-HOSMHOS (Manner) - Driver's record of duty status not current to the time shown for last change of duty status. Date and Time:1× SW 5
395.24D-ELDPTHOS (ELD) - On request by an authorized safety official, a driver must produce and transfer from an ELD the driver's hours of service records in accordance with the instruction sheet provided by the motor carrier10× SW 3
395.24(d)ELD cannot transfer ELD records electronically3× SW 3
395.24HOS (ELD) - ELD Form and Manner35× SW 1
395.22H4-ELDBRODSHOS (ELD) - In-Vehicle Information - Failing to have a supply of blank driver's records of duty status graph-grids sufficient to record the driver's duty status and other related information for a minimum of 8 days.18× SW 1
395.30B1-ELDDFRHOS (ELD) - Driver failing to review records and certify the accuracy of the information.18× SW 1
395.22G-ELDMFVHOS (ELD) - A portable ELD is not mounted in a fixed position and visible to the driver when seated in the normal driving position.14× SW 1
395.30B2-ELDDFC24HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to certify the record immediately after the final required entry has been made or corrected for the 24 hour period.7× SW 1
395.22H1-ELDNUMHOS (ELD) - In-Vehicle Information - No user's manual for the driver describing how to operate the ELD. (May be electronic)4× SW 1
395.22H4Driver failed to maintain supply of blank drivers records of duty status graph-grids4× SW 1
395.30B1Driver failed to certify the accuracy of the information gathered by the ELD4× SW 1
395.3A2-PROPNDriving beyond 14 hour duty period (Property carrying vehicle) - Nominal Violation4× SW 1
395.22GPortable ELD not mounted in a fixed position and visible to driver3× SW 1
395.22H2-ELDNISDTHOS (ELD) Driver failing to have instruction sheet describing the data transfer mechanisms supported by the ELD and step-by-step instructions for the driver to produce and transfer the driver's hours of service records to an authorized safety official3× SW 1
395.3A3-PROPNDriving beyond 11 hour driving limit in a 14 hour period. (Property carrying vehicle) - Nominal Violation3× SW 1
395.24C2IIIDriver failed to manually add shipping document number2× SW 1
395.8Record of Duty Status violation (general/form and manner)2× SW 1
395.22H1Driver failing to maintain ELD user's manual1× SW 1
395.22H3-ELDMFHOS (ELD) - In-Vehicle Information - Failing to have an instruction sheet for the driver describing ELD malfunction reporting requirements and recordkeeping procedures during ELD malfunctions1× SW 1
395.24C2III-ELDSDNHOS (ELD) - Driver failing to manually input or verify shipping document number.1× SW 1
395.34CHOS (ELD) - Driver failing to follow the Motor Carrier's and ELD provider's recommendations in resolving the data inconsistency displayed on the ELD.1× SW 1
395.3A2HOSPRNPDriving beyond 14 hour duty period. (Property carrying vehicle) - Nominal Violation1× SW 1
395.8(a)HOS (Form) - Paper Log/Logging Programs Form and Manner1× SW 1

Vehicle Maintenance 73

393.207B-AALPMEAny of the locking pins are missing or not engaged.3× SW 7
393.9A-LSLILighting - Stop lamps - Any inoperative.5× SW 6
393.9A-LFTSILighting - Front - Turn signal - inoperative3× SW 6
393.9A-LTSIRLighting - Turn signal -Any inoperative on a unit that is not the rearmost unit3× SW 6
393.209E-SPSLASteering - Power steering leaking anywhere.2× SW 6
393.9A-LBLLighting - Backup lamp inoperative2× SW 6
393.19Inoperative/Defective Hazard Warning Lamp1× SW 6
393.9TInoperable tail lamp1× SW 6
396.3(a)(1)Sliding subframe rail defective1× SW 6
393.47(e)Brake Out of Adjustment - Roto, Clamp (Short & Long), DD-3, or Bolt24× SW 4
393.55E-BAir Brake - ABS malfunction lamp defective on trailers manufactured on or after March 1, 199819× SW 4
393.53B-BAir Brake - CMV manufactured on or after 10/20/1994 has an automatic airbrake adjustment system that fails to compensate for wear12× SW 4
393.55(e)No or Defective ABS Malfunction Indicator Lamp for trailer manufactured after 03/01/199810× SW 4
393.53(b)CMV manufactured after 10/19/94 has an automatic airbrake adjustment system that fails to compensate for wear8× SW 4
396.17(c)Operating a CMV without proof of a periodic inspection8× SW 4
393.45D-BAir Brake - Audible air leak at a proper connection7× SW 4
393.55C2-BAir Brake - CMV other than truck-tractor manufactured on or after March 1, 1998 not equipped with an antilock brake system. System does not function or indicates a fault.6× SW 4
396.17C-PIOperating a CMV without documentation of a periodic inspection5× SW 4
396.3A1-BALACBrake - Audible air leak from a brake chamber5× SW 4
393.45C-BSGAir Brake - Missing or inadequate Nonmetallic tubing spring guard4× SW 4
393.55C1-BAir Brake - Truck-tractor manufactured on or after March 1, 1997, not equipped with an ABS system. System does not function or indicates a fault.4× SW 4
393.55D2-BAir Brake - ABS malfunction lamp defective on truck-tractor manufactured on or after March 1, 2001 for towed vehicle.4× SW 4
396.3A1-OALOther - Any air leak not attributed to the brake or suspension system.3× SW 4
393.43B-BATVBrake - Air, towing vehicle unable to actuate trailer parking/emergency brakes manually2× SW 4
393.55D1-BAir Brake - ABS malfunction lamp defective on truck-tractor manufactured on or after March 1, 1997 and each single unit CMV on or after 1998.2× SW 4
396.3(a)(1)Brake - Leak from air chamber2× SW 4
392.7A-DDriver - Failed to conduct pre-trip inspection or make use of required parts and accessories1× SW 4
393.45DLUVBrake Connections with Leaks Under Vehicle1× SW 4
393.45PCBrake Tubing and Hose Adequacy - Connections to Power Unit1× SW 4
393.47D2-BRMMCADAir Disc Brake - Rotor (disc) metal to metal contact1× SW 4
393.48A-BIBDDrum Brake - Inoperative other than a steering axle1× SW 4
393.48A-BMBCBDDrum Brake - Missing/broken component(s)1× SW 4
393.53BMANAir Brake - CMV manufactured on or after 10/20/1994 is not equipped with automatic air brake adjusters1× SW 4
393.55(d)(3)No or Defective ABS Malfunction Indicator for towed vehicles on vehicles manufactured after February 20011× SW 4
396.3A1-ALBVAir Brake - Any leak from a brake valve1× SW 4
396.9D2-FTFFailing to correct the violation(s)/defect(s) noted on the roadside inspection report1× SW 4
393.11A1-CSLRRConspicuity Systems - Truck tractor, lower rear retro reflective sheeting missing on vehicle manufactured on or after July 1, 19975× SW 3
393.11B-CSRIGRRConspicuity Systems - Trailers, rear impact guard retro reflective sheeting inadequate on vehicle manufactured on or after December 1, 19931× SW 3
393.11RTRetroreflective material not affixed as required for trailers manufactured after December 19931× SW 3
393.11URUpper Rear retroreflective sheeting or reflex reflecting material requirements for vehicles manufactured after December 19931× SW 3
393.13(d)(2)Improper Lower Rear Placement of retroreflective sheeting or reflex reflective material requirements for vehicles manufactured before December 19931× SW 3
393.28-WSWiring Systems - Copper wire exposed1× SW 3
396.5(b)Oil and/or grease leak1× SW 3
396.5B-LLubrication - Oil or grease leak1× SW 3
396.7Unsafe operations forbidden1× SW 3
393.9Inoperable Required Lamp14× SW 2
393.95A4-EEUSEmergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - unsecured13× SW 2
393.95(a)No/discharged/unsecured fire extinguisher12× SW 2
396.3(a)(1)Inspection, repair and maintenance of parts and accessories12× SW 2
393.95A1Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - no fire extinguisher present or not properly rated.7× SW 2
393.9A-LCLLighting - Clearance lamp(s) inoperative6× SW 2
393.95(f)Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper4× SW 2
392.8-DDriver - Failed to inspect /use emergency equipment2× SW 2
393.203C-CBPCab and Body Parts - Hood not securely fastened2× SW 2
393.95A4-EENAEmergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - not readily accessible or filled2× SW 2
393.9A-LLPLLighting - License plate lamp inoperative2× SW 2
393.9A-LSMLLighting - Side marker lamp(s) inoperative2× SW 2
393.11A1-LCLLighting - Clearance lamp(s) missing1× SW 2
393.201A-FRCLSFrame - Cracked/loose/sagging/broken frame or chassis1× SW 2
393.203Cab/body parts requirements violations1× SW 2
393.205(a)Wheel/rim cracked or broken1× SW 2
393.205(c)Wheel fasteners loose and/or missing1× SW 2
393.205C-WRAWFLMIBWheel/Rim - Any wheel fasteners loose/missing/ineffective/broken.1× SW 2
393.93(b)Failure to equip truck with seatbelts1× SW 2
393.95(g)Emergency Equipment (HM) - Improper warning devices for hazardous material loads.1× SW 2
393.95K-EEEmergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices, inadequate flag size1× SW 2
392.2-SLLMFState/Local Laws - Wheel (mud) flaps missing or defective10× SW 1
393.78A-WSWashers - Inoperative washing system.4× SW 1
393.60EWindshield - Obstructed3× SW 1
392.9(a)(3)Drivers view and / or movement is obstructed1× SW 1
393.3-SVExternal sun visor obstructs the drivers view1× SW 1
393.60(d)Windshield / Windows - Tinting permits less than 70% of light transmittance1× SW 1
393.60EWSWindshield - Obstructed1× SW 1

Locations

Physical Address

LAUT TRANSPORTATION INC
4800 STINE RD
BAKERSFIELD, CA 93313

Mailing Address

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LAUT TRANSPORTATION INC

About this carrier

Carrier Details

Authority & Operations

Cargo Authorized

Operating Territory

Crashes (24 mo)

Behavior Categories (BASICs)

Inspection Summary

Violations Cited 198 unique codes

Critical 73

Unsafe Driving 20

Hours of Service 32

Vehicle Maintenance 73

Locations

Location on Map

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