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American Knights Moving and Storage

8014 Midlothian Turnpike, Richmond, VA, Houston, TX

DOT 1565984

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E-Mail
misti@americanknightsmoving.com
Phone Number
2813452695

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Company information

American Knights Moving and Storage stands as Houston's premier A-rated moving company, delivering comprehensive relocation solutions throughout Texas and nationwide for over 15 years. Operating from their Houston headquarters with licensed movers specializing in both residential and commercial relocations, they distinguish themselves through meticulous planning and single-point coordination for every aspect of the moving process. The company provides complete packing solutions using premium care methods, handles all loading and unloading tasks, and maintains weatherproof storage units specifically built to survive Houston's extreme climate challenges and potential flooding. American Knights differentiates itself through rigorous employee screening processes, detailed on-site assessments for move planning, and an exclusive benefit of complimentary month-long storage for cross-country relocations. The storage warehouse operates with round-the-clock security monitoring, pest prevention measures, and raised construction to safeguard belongings from damage. Through honest pricing structures without surprise charges and full insurance protection via federal transportation licensing, the company delivers smooth moving experiences with complete responsibility from the first phone call to the final box placement, supported by numerous satisfied customer testimonials.

Department of Transportation Government Data

All data is sourced from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.

Company Profile

Years in Business: 18 years - First Registered in Oct. 2006

Last Report Filed with FMCSA: 1 year ago

Company Information

Legal Name

american knights moving & storage inc

DOT Number

1565984

Registration Date

10/16/2006

Entity Type

Carrier

Filling Information

MSC-150 Date

06/27/2024

Added Date

10/16/2006

Cargo Types

Household Goods

Company Officers

Officer 1

misti thornburg

Key Metrics

High-level performance indicators to quickly assess the company's scale and activity.

Annual Miles (2023)

283,244

Filled: 06/27/2024

Driver Statistics

Total drivers registered with the FMCSA.

11

Total Drivers

0

CDL

Fleet Size:
E
- 9-11

11

Total Trucks

Safety Rating

C

Latest Review: N (1/1/1970)

Safety Information

Detailed safety guidelines and procedures to ensure compliance and minimize risks.

Violations

Total
Severe (Out of Service)
Driver Unfit to Drive
Unsafe Driving
Tired Driver
Vehicle Not Well Maintained

Violations explained

These are all the recorded violations for American Knights Moving and Storage

Total: All recorded violations.
Severe (Out of Service): Critical violations halting operations until fixed. (The truck or the driver cannot drive and it would be illegal for them to do so.)
Driver Unfit to Drive: Violations regarding driver qualifications (medical, CDL, documents). For example, they are supposed to wear eyeglasses but are found driving without them.
Unsafe Driving: Violations like speeding, improper lane changes, ignoring traffic signs.
Tired Driver: Violations of driving/rest period rules preventing fatigue.
Vehicle Not Well Maintained: Vehicle-related violations (brakes, lights, cargo security, mechanical).

Monthly Risk Score

5 measures combined monthly score

The Risk Score evaluates each carrier's safety performance, combining key factors to provide a comprehensive safety assessment.

Purpose of the Risk Score: The score identifies carriers with higher safety risks by analyzing critical safety factors and providing actionable insights for improvement.

Factors Included in the Score: Combines unsafe driving, hours of service, driver fitness, substance use, and vehicle maintenance measures into a single metric.

Weight Distribution: Each factor is weighted based on its impact on safety, with unsafe driving and compliance having the highest influence.

Data Sources: Derived from regulatory records, inspection results, and carrier-reported data, ensuring a robust and accurate evaluation.

Use of the Risk Score: Helps stakeholders identify high-risk carriers, prioritize interventions, and promote safer practices across the transportation industry.

Drivers

Overview of vehicle assets and their allocation for operational needs.

Driver & Distance Allocation

Breakdown of driver assignments by route type and trip distance.

Local(< 100 mi)

Long-Distance(> 100 mi)

Total

Out-of-State01111

No in-state trips recorded for this period.

Inspections

This is a list of FMCSA inspections from highway stops, conducted either randomly by highway patrol or at weigh stations.

REPORT #

DATE

↓

STATE

DRIVER VIOLATIONS

VEHICLE VIOLATIONS

UNSAFE DRIVING VIOLATIONS

DRIVER FATIGUE VIOLATIONS

SUBSTANCES OR ALCOHOL VIOLATIONS

VEHICLE MAINT. VIOLATIONS

70CE9DTH3T

2024-11-14

TX

2

0

0

3

0

1

1257000944

2024-10-30

DE

0

0

1

0

0

0

XA74450776

2024-10-08

AZ

0

0

0

0

0

1

V241605115

2024-09-30

TX

0

0

0

0

0

1

7370000106

2024-09-03

AR

0

0

0

0

0

0

1507820384

2024-08-21

CO

0

0

0

2

0

0

0006659247

2024-06-19

NC

0

0

0

0

0

0

5950000045

2024-04-29

AR

0

0

0

0

0

0

Safety Inspection and Failures Results

Inspections per year

Inspections

28

Total Inspections

10

Inspections per 100k miles

Inspections

1

Failed Inspections

1

Driver Failures

0

Vehicle Failures

Violations

This is a list of violations that occurred during FMCSA inspections.

Insp Date

Category

Severe Failure

Violation Details

2024-11-14

Vehicle MaintenanceNo

No/discharged/unsecured fire extinguisher

2024-11-14

Hours-of-Service ComplianceNo

Record of Duty Status violation (general/form and manner)

2024-11-14

Hours-of-Service ComplianceYes

ELD - No record of duty status (ELD Required)

2024-11-14

Hours-of-Service ComplianceYes

False report of drivers record of duty status

2024-10-30

Unsafe DrivingNo

State/Local Laws - Speeding 6-10 miles per hour over the speed limit

2024-10-08

Vehicle MaintenanceNo

Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - no fire extinguisher present or not properly rated.

2024-09-30

Vehicle MaintenanceNo

Oil and/or grease leak

2024-08-21

Hours-of-Service ComplianceNo

HOS (ELD) - Driver failed to review any unassigned driving time when prompted by the ELD

Violations

112

Total Violations

40

Violations per 100k miles

Crashes

REPORT #

DATE

↓

STATE

FATALITIES

INJURIES

TOW AWAY

LICENSE

AR2022515009

10-MAR-22

AR

0

0

Y

3212326

Crash Risk Score

0

Recordable crashes per vehicle

Amount of Crashes

1

Injury Crashes: 0 / Fatal Crashes: 0

Casualties

0

Injuries

0

Fatalities

Number of Tows

1

Injuries

Crash Factors

Incidents by season

Crashes
Injuries
Fatalities

Incidents by weather condition

Crashes
Injuries
Fatalities

Incidents by road surface condition

Crashes
Injuries
Fatalities

Incidents by light condition

Crashes
Injuries
Fatalities

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