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Freight Carrier/shipper · New Paris, IN

HOOSIER TRANSIT INC

Name: HOOSIER TRANSIT INC
Address: 19843 US HWY 6, NEW PARIS, IN, 46553, US
Telephone: (574) 537-1100

19843 US HWY 6 · New Paris, IN 46553

AUTHORIZED FOR:

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MC #287659
USDOT #600614 USDOT Active

94
Power Units
293
Drivers
Carrier/shipper
Entity Type

About this carrier

HOOSIER TRANSIT INC is a New Paris, IN freight carrier/shipper that is authorized for: in the state of Indiana. This company has 94 truck(s) in their fleet and 293 truck drivers. Their motor carrier number is MC-287659 and their USDOT number is 600614.

Sourced from FMCSA SAFER · last filed 05/08/2026 · last updated Aug 26, 2026.

Carrier Details

Operating Status AUTHORIZED FOR:
MCS-150 Filed 05/08/2026
MCS-150 Mileage 7,872,799 (2025)

Authority & Operations

Operation Classification

Authorized for Hire

Carrier Operation

Interstate

Cargo Authorized

Driveaway/Towaway

Safety Record

21 Severe Violations Updated Sep 6, 2026

Crashes (24 mo)

0
Fatal
2
Injury
7
Tow
9
Total

Behavior Categories (BASICs)

CategoryMeasureViolations Unsafe Driving 0.77 15 Crash Indicator Not Public — Hours of Service 0.44 16 Vehicle Maintenance 0.36 15 Drugs / Alcohol 0 0 Hazmat Not Public — Driver Fitness 0.28 8

Inspection Summary

275
Total
228
Clean
47
With violations

24-month window ending Jul 31, 2026

Violations Cited 49 unique codes

Critical 22

392.82DUMTDriver - Using a hand-held mobile telephone3× SW 10
392.2-SLLCPState/Local Laws - Operate a CMV while using a cellular phone1× SW 10
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
383.23A2-LCDLEndorsements - (CDL) - Operate a CMV without proper endorsements on operators license1× OOS×1 SW 8
383.23(a)(2)Operating a CMV without a CDL1× OOS×1 SW 8
383.51A-LCDLRSWDLicense (CDL) - A person required to have a CLP or CDL who is disqualified must not drive a CMV1× SW 8
383.23A2-LCDLNPLicense (CDL) - Operate a CMV while not in possession of a CDL on person1× SW 8
395.3A1-HOSPDHOS (Property) - Driving more than 11 hours following 10 consecutive hours off duty during the current 8 consecutive day period. Date and Time2× OOS×1 SW 7
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 Time2× OOS×1 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:1× OOS×1 SW 7
395.8E1-HOSPVIDOOSHOS (Passenger) - Driver produces a false record of duty status that concealed an HOS limitation violation after the last rest period. Explain:1× OOS×1 SW 7
393.9TSInoperative turn signal2× OOS×1 SW 6
393.9A-LSLIWRLighting - Stop lamps - Both inoperative when required to be on1× OOS×1 SW 6
393.17A1-LSLDMWRLighting - Stop lamps - Driveaway - both missing.1× OOS×1 SW 6
393.9(a)Inoperative Brake Lamps1× OOS×1 SW 6
393.9TInoperable tail lamp1× OOS×1 SW 6
395.8A1-HOSPHOS (Property) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed2× OOS×2 SW 5
395.8A-HOSPVIHOS (Passenger) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed1× OOS×1 SW 5
393.41No or defective parking brake system on CMV1× OOS×1 SW 4
391.11(b)(4)Medical (Certificate) - Operating a CDL (passenger or property carrying) vehicle that is non-excepted and the driver has self-certified as excepted interstate or excepted intrastate with the state driver's licensing agency.1× OOS×1 SW 2
391.41APCMedical (Certificate) - Operating a property-carrying vehicle without a valid medical certificate in possession or on file with the state drivers licensing agency when medical certification is required.1× OOS×1 SW 1
391.41A-MCPVIMedical (Certificate) - Operating a passenger-carrying vehicle without a valid medical certificate in possession or on file with the state drivers licensing agency when medical certification is required.1× OOS×1 SW 1

Hours of Service 6

395.8E1-HOSPVIDHOS (Passenger) - No driver may make a false report in connection with a duty status. Explain2× SW 7
395.5A1-HOSPVIDHOS (Passenger) - Driving more than 10 hours following 8 consecutive hours off duty during the previous 8 consecutive day period. Date and Time1× 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 minutes1× SW 7
395.24(d)ELD cannot transfer ELD records electronically1× SW 3
395.8(a)HOS (Form) - Paper Log/Logging Programs Form and Manner5× SW 1
395.22H2Driver failing to maintain ELD instruction sheet1× SW 1

Unsafe Driving 9

392.16-DDriver - Failed to use seat belt while operating a CMV1× SW 7
392.16Failing to use seat belt while operating a CMV1× SW 7
392.2-SLLTCDState/Local Laws - Failed to obey a traffic control device - Permanent or Temporary - e.g., safety official, signal, sign, light, lane marking, other3× SW 5
392.2-SLLMLState/Local Laws - Failure to maintain lane1× SW 5
392.2-INATDriver- Inattentive or Distracted Driving1× SW 5
392.2-MLFailure to Maintain Lane1× SW 5
392.2-SLLFCState/Local Laws - Following too closely1× SW 5
392.2-SLLS2State/Local Laws - Speeding 6-10 miles per hour over the speed limit2× SW 4
392.2-SLLLRState/Local Laws - Lane restriction violation2× SW 3

Vehicle Maintenance 10

393.19Inoperative/Defective Hazard Warning Lamp1× SW 6
396.17C-PIOperating a CMV without documentation of a periodic inspection1× SW 4
393.45D-BAir Brake - Audible air leak at a proper connection1× SW 4
393.81Horn inoperative1× SW 3
393.30-BBattery - Not protected1× SW 3
393.9Inoperable Required Lamp4× SW 2
393.95(a)No/discharged/unsecured fire extinguisher1× SW 2
393.95(f)Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper1× SW 2
396.3(a)(1)Inspection, repair and maintenance of parts and accessories1× SW 2
393.62-BENDBuses - Required emergency exit not properly marked. (does convey message)1× SW 1

Driver Fitness 2

391.41A-MCPCMedical (Certificate) - Operating a commercial motor vehicle without showing proof of a valid medical certification upon request, but presents proof prior to completion of inspection.1× SW 1
383.71HLicense (CDL) - CDL or CLP holder possesses a valid medical certificate but is not on file with the issuing state driver's licensing agency as required1× SW 1

Locations

Physical Address

HOOSIER TRANSIT INC
19843 US HWY 6
NEW PARIS, IN 46553

Mailing Address

HOOSIER TRANSIT INC
PO BOX 49
WEBSTER, IN 47392

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HOOSIER TRANSIT INC

About this carrier

Carrier Details

Authority & Operations

Cargo Authorized

Operating Territory

Crashes (24 mo)

Behavior Categories (BASICs)

Inspection Summary

Violations Cited 49 unique codes

Critical 22

Hours of Service 6

Unsafe Driving 9

Vehicle Maintenance 10

Driver Fitness 2

Locations

Location on Map

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