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Freight Carrier · Laredo, TX

VIMAX TRANSPORTATION INC

Name: VIMAX TRANSPORTATION INC
Address: 201 CANNEL ST, LAREDO, TX, 78045, US
Telephone: (956) 394-5672

201 CANNEL ST · Laredo, TX 78045

Authorized: Property

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MC #958494
USDOT #2860869 USDOT Active

21
Power Units
23
Drivers
Carrier
Entity Type

About this carrier

VIMAX TRANSPORTATION INC is a Laredo, TX freight carrier that is authorized for property in the state of Texas. This company has 21 truck(s) in their fleet and 23 truck drivers. Their motor carrier number is MC-958494 and their USDOT number is 2860869.

Sourced from FMCSA SAFER · last filed 01/06/2026 · last updated May 11, 2026.

Carrier Details

Operating Status AUTHORIZED FOR Property
MCS-150 Filed 01/06/2026
MCS-150 Mileage 2,035,299 (2025)

Authority & Operations

Operation Classification

Authorized for Hire

Carrier Operation

Interstate

Cargo Authorized

General Freight
Liquids/Gases
Chemicals
Commodities Dry Bulk

Safety Record

25 Severe Violations Updated 4 days ago

Out of Service Rates (24 mo)

TypeThis carrierNational avg Vehicle 26% 23.4% Driver 8.1% 6.7% Hazmat 3.6% 4.4%

Crashes (24 mo)

0
Fatal
0
Injury
3
Tow
3
Total

Behavior Categories (BASICs)

CategoryMeasureViolations Unsafe Driving 2.13 7 Crash Indicator Not Public — Hours of Service 0.54 17 Vehicle Maintenance 4.15 57 Drugs / Alcohol 0 0 Hazmat Not Public — Driver Fitness 0.7 14

Inspection Summary

124
Total
44
Clean
80
With violations

24-month window ending May 15, 2026

Violations Cited 100 unique codes

Critical 30

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 ATIS5× OOS×5 SW 8
383.23A2-LCDLNLicense (CDL) - Operate a CMV and does not possess a valid CDL2× OOS×2 SW 8
393.75(a)(3)Tire-flat and/or audible air leak1× OOS×1 SW 8
393.75A1-TAOBETATires - All others, more than one ply is exposed in the sidewall and the area exceeds 2 square inches.1× OOS×1 SW 8
393.75(a)(1)Tire-ply or belt material exposed1× OOS×1 SW 8
391.11B5-LNCDLNVLLicense - Operate a CMV without a valid operators license, issued by one State or jurisdiction1× OOS×1 SW 8
383.95A-LCDLRestriction - (CDL) - Operate a CMV in violation of a restriction1× OOS×1 SW 8
393.75(c)Tire-other tread depth less than 2/32 of inch measured in a major tread groove3× SW 8
393.75(a)(2)Tire-tread and/or sidewall separation2× SW 8
393.75(b)Tire-front tread depth less than 4/32 of inch on a major tread groove1× SW 8
393.9A-LSLIWRLighting - Stop lamps - Both inoperative when required to be on2× OOS×2 SW 6
393.9TSInoperative turn signal2× OOS×1 SW 6
393.9A-LTSILighting - Turn signal - Any inoperative on the rearmost vehicle.1× OOS×1 SW 6
172.504(a)Vehicle not placarded as required3× OOS×1 SW 5
395.8A1-HOSPHOS (Property) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed1× OOS×1 SW 5
172.331Markings for other bulk packages1× OOS×1 SW 5
391.11B2-QDriver cannot satisfy the English language proficiency requirements of 391.11(b)(2) as per FMCSA Enforcement Guidance Memo MC-SEE-2025-0001. Driver failed the Interview.6× OOS×4 SW 4
393.45D-BAALAir Brake - Audible air leak at other than a proper connection2× OOS×2 SW 4
393.47(a)Inadequate brakes for safe stopping - Brake Lining condition2× OOS×1 SW 4
396.3A1-BALRAir Brake - Fails air loss rate test1× 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
393.45B2-BHTDAir Brake - Hose/tubing damage into the outer reinforcement ply.1× OOS×1 SW 4
396.3A1-FFuel - Dripping leak.1× OOS×1 SW 3
393.9Inoperable Required Lamp2× OOS×1 SW 2
396.5B-HWSLHubs - Wheel seal leaking1× OOS×1 SW 2
392.9Driver may not operate a CMV without proper load securement1× OOS×1 SW 1
392.9A2-CCargo - Vehicle components or dunnage not secured1× 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/combination3× OOS×3 SW 0

Unsafe Driving 5

392.16Failing to use seat belt while operating a CMV1× SW 7
392.10A4-RRCRailroad Crossing - Driver failed to stop at a railroad grade crossing - Hazmat Cargo Tank1× 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, other1× SW 5
392.2-SLLLRState/Local Laws - Lane restriction violation2× SW 3
397.3State/local laws ordinances regulations1× SW 1

Hazardous Materials 11

180.407(a)Failure to test / inspection a specification cargo tank when due1× SW 7
172.516C6-HMPMCHM (Placarding) - Failure to maintain placard(s) in a condition so that the format, legibility, color, and visibility of the placard will not be substantially reduced due to damage, deterioration, or obscurement by dirt or other matter1× SW 5
172.516(c)(6)Placard damaged, deteriorated, or obscured1× SW 5
172.504A-HMPSHM (Placarding) - Bulk package/freight container/unit load device/transport vehicle not placarded as required.1× SW 5
177.817E2-HMHCHM (Highway Carriage) - Failing to have HM shipping papers readily accessible.3× SW 3
172.202(a)(2)No or improper Shipping Name1× SW 3
172.202A2-HMSPSHM (Shipping Papers) - Shipper HM shipping paper does not list proper shipping name as required.1× SW 3
172.203(k)No technical name for n.o.s. entry1× SW 3
172.203K-HMSPSHM (Shipping Papers) - Shipper HM shipping paper does not list technical name for "n.o.s." as required.1× SW 3
177.817A-HMPSPMCHM (Shipping Papers) - Motor carrier permit/require a driver to operate a motor vehicle without a proper shipping paper1× SW 3
177.801-HMHCNPHM (Highway Carriage) - Driver accepted/transported HM not prepared in accordance with this Subchapter. Explain2× SW 2

Vehicle Maintenance 38

393.207(f)Air suspension pressure loss1× SW 7
393.9TInoperable tail lamp1× SW 6
393.9A-LRLILighting - Tail lamp - Any inoperative1× SW 6
393.9A-LBLLighting - Backup lamp inoperative1× SW 6
393.45B2UVBrake Hose or Tubing Chafing and/or Kinking Under Vehicle9× SW 4
393.45B2-B-AIRAir Brake - Hose/tubing damaged or not secured3× SW 4
393.48(a)Inoperative/defective brakes2× SW 4
396.17(c)Operating a CMV without proof of a periodic inspection2× SW 4
393.55E-BAir Brake - ABS malfunction lamp defective on trailers manufactured on or after March 1, 19981× SW 4
393.55D2-BAir Brake - ABS malfunction lamp defective on truck-tractor manufactured on or after March 1, 2001 for towed vehicle.1× SW 4
393.55(c)(2)CMV other than truck-tractor manufactured on or after March 1, 1998 not equipped with an antilock brake system.1× SW 4
393.55(c)(1)Truck Tractor manufactured on or after March 1, 1997 not equipped with an antilock brake system1× SW 4
393.53(b)CMV manufactured after 10/19/94 has an automatic airbrake adjustment system that fails to compensate for wear1× SW 4
393.47(e)Brake Out of Adjustment - Roto, Clamp (Short & Long), DD-3, or Bolt1× SW 4
393.47A-BCLMBDDrum Brake - Cracked/loose/missing lining/pad1× SW 4
393.47A-BCFSBDDrum Brake - Contaminated friction surface1× SW 4
393.45DLUVBrake Connections with Leaks Under Vehicle1× SW 4
393.45DLPCBrake Connections with Leaks - Connection to Power Unit1× SW 4
393.45B2-B-VACBrake - Vacuum hose(s) or line(s) restricted/abraded/chafed through outer cover-to-cord ply crimped/cracked/broken1× SW 4
393.45(b)(2)Brake hose or tubing chafing and/or kinking1× SW 4
393.40A-BBrake - Inadequate braking system1× SW 4
393.11No or defective lighting devices or reflective material as required2× SW 3
396.5(b)Oil and/or grease leak1× SW 3
396.5B-LLubrication - Oil or grease leak1× SW 3
393.28-WS-6Wiring Systems - Bare, loose, dangling, chafing or poorly connected wires1× SW 3
393.11A1-CSLRRConspicuity Systems - Truck tractor, lower rear retro reflective sheeting missing on vehicle manufactured on or after July 1, 19971× SW 3
393.70B1IIDefective / Improper fifth wheel assembly upper half1× SW 3
396.3(a)(1)Inspection, repair and maintenance of parts and accessories4× SW 2
393.95(a)No/discharged/unsecured fire extinguisher3× SW 2
393.95A4-EEUSEmergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - unsecured2× SW 2
396.5B-HWSLIWHubs - Wheel seal leaking - inner wheel2× SW 2
393.201A-FRCLSFrame - Cracked/loose/sagging/broken frame or chassis1× SW 2
393.95(a)(1)(i)Emergency Equipment (HM) - No 10 B:C (or more) fire extinguisher for quantities of hazardous materials that requires placarding.1× SW 2
393.9A-LILLighting - Identification lamp(s) inoperative1× SW 2
393.60(c)Windshield - Damaged or Discolored6× SW 1
393.60EWindshield - Obstructed2× SW 1
393.60(d)Windshield / Windows - Tinting permits less than 70% of light transmittance2× SW 1
393.104(d)Damaged dunnage, chocks, cradles, shoring bars, blocking and bracing1× SW 1

Hours of Service 14

395.8E-HOSPDHOS (Property) - No driver may make a false report in connection with a duty status. Explain1× 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 Time1× 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 Time1× SW 7
395.32B-ELDDFRHOS (ELD) - Driver failed to review any unassigned driving time when prompted by the ELD4× SW 5
395.24HOS (ELD) - ELD Form and Manner4× SW 1
395.30B1-ELDDFRHOS (ELD) - Driver failing to review records and certify the accuracy of the information.2× SW 1
395.8(a)HOS (Form) - Paper Log/Logging Programs Form and Manner1× SW 1
395.26(b)Motor carrier failed to ensure that the ELD automatically recorded the required data elements.1× 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.1× SW 1
395.22GPortable ELD not mounted in a fixed position and visible to driver1× 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.1× SW 1
395.22H1Driver failing to maintain ELD user's manual1× SW 1
395.22H2Driver failing to maintain ELD instruction sheet1× SW 1
395.22H3Driver failed to maintain instruction sheet for ELD malfunction reporting requirements1× SW 1

Driver Fitness 2

391.11B2-ZBorder Zone - Driver cannot satisfy the English language proficiency requirements of 391.11(b)(2) as per FMCSA Enforcement Guidance Memo MC-SEE-2025-0001.3× SW 4
391.11(b)(2)Driver cannot read or speak the English language sufficiently to respond to official inquiries1× SW 4

Locations

Physical Address

VIMAX TRANSPORTATION INC
201 CANNEL ST
LAREDO, TX 78045

Mailing Address

VIMAX TRANSPORTATION INC
PO BOX 450909
LAREDO, TX 78045

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VIMAX TRANSPORTATION INC

About this carrier

Carrier Details

Authority & Operations

Cargo Authorized

Operating Territory

Out of Service Rates (24 mo)

Crashes (24 mo)

Behavior Categories (BASICs)

Inspection Summary

Violations Cited 100 unique codes

Critical 30

Unsafe Driving 5

Hazardous Materials 11

Vehicle Maintenance 38

Hours of Service 14

Driver Fitness 2

Locations

Location on Map

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