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Forward Van Lines

990 NW 11th Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311

DOT 709590

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E-Mail
info@forwardvanlines.com
Phone Number
+1 (855) 736-7927

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Company information

Forward Van Lines is led by Haigai Maman, better known as Guy. He sees that the company stays in line, headed towards the vision, and working with excellent service and exemplary client care. They cater to different client requirements like moving antiques, high-end items, pianos, artworks, lab equipment, and more. Their reliable operations and fieldwork team is trained to work in a comprehensive system that effectively increases efficiency and speed. The company has proven this effective as they have been serving the people for nearly three decades, working nonstop to curate the best service.
Business Hours
Mon-Fri: 9:00AM - 6:00PMSaturday: 10:00AM - 4:00PM
Service AreasAlabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
Google Rating
4.6
(199 reviews)

Department of Transportation Government Data

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

Company Profile

Years in Business: 28 years - First Registered in Oct. 1997

Last Report Filed with FMCSA: 1 year ago

Company Information

Legal Name

zip transport & services inc

DBA Name

forward van lines and brooks moving and hauling

DOT Number

709590

Registration Date

10/15/1997

Business Type

corporation

Entity Type

Carrier

Filling Information

MSC-150 Date

05/29/2024

Added Date

10/15/1997

Cargo Types

General Freight
Household Goods

Company Officers

Officer 1

hagai maman

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Key Metrics

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

Annual Miles (2023)

48,461

Filled: 05/29/2024

Driver Statistics

Total drivers registered with the FMCSA.

10

Total Drivers

2

CDL

Fleet Size:
E
- 9-11

10

Total Trucks

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 Forward Van Lines

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

In-State808
Out-of-State022

Inspections

This is a list of Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration 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

25FO001524

2025-08-11

UT

2

0

0

0

1

0

3557009811

2025-04-06

FL

0

0

1

0

0

0

3302009186

2024-11-01

FL

0

0

0

0

0

1

3943000403

2024-10-31

FL

1

0

0

0

0

5

1340001897

2024-04-22

FL

0

0

0

0

0

8

0006430337

2022-06-22

NC

1

0

0

0

0

0

3906000969

2021-08-07

FL

2

0

0

0

2

0

1313001673

2020-06-22

GA

2

0

1

0

2

0

Safety Inspection and Failures Results

Inspections per year

Inspections

10

Total Inspections

21

Inspections per 100k miles

Inspections

5

Failed Inspections

5

Driver Failures

0

Vehicle Failures

Violations

This is a list of violations that occurred during Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration inspections.

Insp Date

Category

Severe Failure

Violation Details

2025-08-11

Controlled Substances - AlcoholNo

Drugs/Other Substances - Operate a CMV while in possession.

2025-08-11

Driver FitnessNo

Medical (Certificate) - Operating a property-carrying vehicle without a valid medical certificate in possession or on file with the state drivers licensing agency

2025-04-06

Unsafe DrivingNo

State/Local Laws - Speeding 15 or more miles per hour over the speed limit

2024-11-01

Vehicle MaintenanceNo

State/Local Laws - Wheel (mud) flaps missing or defective

2024-10-31

Driver FitnessYes

License (CDL) - Operate a CMV and does not possess a valid CDL

2024-10-31

Driver FitnessNo

Medical (Certificate) - Operating a property-carrying vehicle without possessing a valid medical certificate

2024-10-31

Vehicle MaintenanceNo

Washers - Inoperative washing system.

2024-10-31

Vehicle MaintenanceNo

Lighting - Clearance lamp(s) inoperative

Violations

48

Total Violations

99

Violations per 100k miles

Crashes

REPORT #

DATE

↓

STATE

FATALITIES

INJURIES

TOW AWAY

LICENSE

VA0203515365

16-DEC-20

VA

0

0

Y

JB99GD

NC0106587909

28-MAY-21

NC

0

0

Y

3003331

Crash Risk Score

0

Recordable crashes per vehicle

Amount of Crashes

2

Injury Crashes: 0 / Fatal Crashes: 0

Casualties

0

Injuries

0

Fatalities

Number of Tows

2

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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