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Metro Transport Group LLC

Unclaimed
Interstate
(6 reviews) 5.0 out of 5
Athens, TN 37303
USDOT
1033341
Docket
MC426436
Website
Metro Transport Group LLC

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Carrier Ratings

Cleanliness
10.0
Communication
10.0
Timeliness
10.0

Positive Flags

On Time Pickup
6
On Time Delivery
6
Consistent Tracking
6
Strong Dispatcher Communication
6
Strong Driver Communication
4
Easy to Work With
4
Good Delivery Condition
3
Friendly
2
Easy to Onboard
2
Clean Equipment
1
Knowledgeable
1

Overview

With over 100 units, Metro Transport Group is powered with a late-model fleet that's driven for success. Headquartered in East Tennessee, for over 30 years we've been providing unmatched transportation and logistics services tailored to our customer's needs.

Fleet Details

Type Tractors Trailers Trucks
Owned 18 72 0
Leased 2 2 4

Freight

  • General Freight
  • Household Goods
  • Commodities Dry Bulk
  • Paper Products

Truck Types

  • Dry Van

Shipment Types

  • Less than Truckload
  • Full Truckload
MCS-150 Mileage
2,600,000 (2023)
Electronic Tracking
100% of reviewers say the carrier uses electronic tracking

Lanes

This information was provided by Metro Transport Group LLC

Primary Operating Area Headquarters

Compliance

Authorizations

FMCSA authority status
Common Active — 10/20/2008 (15 years, 6 months)
Carrier operation
Interstate
Hazmat
Cargo authorization
Property

Safety Violations

Type Total Severe Out of Service Measure Percentile
Vehicle Maintenance 12 5 7 3.33 28.6%
Unsafe Driving 10 2 0 1.91 27.6%
Hours of Service Compliance 1 1 0 0.17 9.2%
Driver Fitness 0 0 0 0 0%
Controlled Substances 0 0 0 0 0%

Accident Report

Type Last 6 Months 6-12 Months ago 12-24 Months ago Total
Fatalities 0 0 0 0
Injuries 0 0 0 0
Tow-away 0 0 2 2
Crash Reports 0 0 2 2

Inspections

Type Inspections OOS Inspections OOS Percentage National Average
Driver 51 0 0% 6.67%
Vehicle 21 8 38.1% 22.26%

Insurance Coverage

Insurance type
BIPD (Primary)
Company name
National Interstate Insurance Company
Policy limit
$750,000
Policy number
CAT 0011344-00
Effective date
10/01/2021
Insurance type
Cargo
Company name
Underwriters At Lloyds London
Policy limit
$0
Policy number
1414BNTFINFR2207514
Effective date
02/10/2022

Reviews

Positive Flags
On Time Pickup
On Time Delivery
Consistent Tracking
Strong Dispatcher Communication
Strong Driver Communication
Easy to Work With
Good Delivery Condition
Friendly
Easy to Onboard
Clean Equipment
Knowledgeable
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Verified Broker from Ohio

April 18, 2024

“Great carrier to work with”

Timeliness
10/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Communication
10/10
What went well?
  • On Time Pickup
  • On Time Delivery
  • Consistent Tracking
  • Strong Dispatcher Communication
  • Easy to Work With
  • Good Delivery Condition

Metro's customer service is top notch and their rates are solid. With these two things combined, it makes for great service and money in your pocket. This team is easy to work with and we are laways looking for a load to work with them.

Lanes
Surprise, AZ to Kansas City, KS
Freight Details
General Freight
Tracking
Offers electronic tracking
Tracking functional
OH

Verified Broker from Ohio

April 14, 2024

“Full Truckload from Pontiac, MI to Alcoa, TN”

Timeliness
10/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Communication
10/10
What went well?
  • On Time Pickup
  • On Time Delivery
  • Consistent Tracking
  • Strong Dispatcher Communication
  • Strong Driver Communication
  • Easy to Work With
  • Good Delivery Condition

Carl and Sam did a fantastic job. Both provided great communication, providing updates proactively through emails and text. Driver tracking was solid throughout the entire haul. Also was very punctual to appointments. This made carrier very easy to work with and highly recommend

Lanes
Pontiac, MI to Alcoa, TN
Freight Details
General Freight
Tracking
Offers electronic tracking
Tracking functional
FL

Verified Broker from Florida

May 04, 2023

“Full Truckload from Knoxville, TN to Houston, TX”

Timeliness
10/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Communication
10/10
What went well?
  • On Time Pickup
  • On Time Delivery
  • Consistent Tracking
  • Strong Dispatcher Communication
  • Strong Driver Communication
  • Friendly
  • Easy to Work With
  • Easy to Onboard
  • Clean Equipment
  • Good Delivery Condition
  • Knowledgeable

Metro Transport Group runs food grade dry van shipments for us. Professional staff. Drivers are always in communication throughout the trip. Great job by this carrier.

Lanes
Knoxville, TN to Houston, TX
Freight Details
General Freight
Tracking
Offers electronic tracking
Tracking functional
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What went well?
  • On Time Pickup
  • On Time Delivery
  • Consistent Tracking
  • Strong Dispatcher Communication
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