DUFOUR ESCORTED TOURS INC
169-unit passenger carrier based in Hinsdale, MA. Current peer-cohort grade: A (strong).
- USDOT
- 384599
- MC
- MC126986
- Based
- Hinsdale, MA
- Contact
- 4136558122 · busitnow@aol.com
What this carrier is
DUFOUR ESCORTED TOURS INC is a large-fleet passenger carrier based in Hinsdale, MA. Operating footprint: 169 power units, 170 drivers. The carrier runs regional lanes and holds active MC126986 authority. FMCSA lists Passengers as the sole cargo classification on file — a single flag often reflects a dedicated operation rather than the full scope of freight moved. FMCSA safety rating on file: Satisfactory (Apr 2, 2009).
For shippers and brokers: this carrier reads as low-risk on peer-cohort measures with no acute or critical flags in the current window.
At a glance
Safety record
Grade shown here is ProHRHQ analysis based on public FMCSA data. It is not an official FMCSA safety rating. The authoritative federal record is on FMCSA SAFER/SMS.
Current peer-cohort snapshot based on public FMCSA BASIC measures. Peer cohort: 33 motor carriers operating 169 power units.
No acute or critical violation flags in the current review window.
The strongest signal is Hours-of-Service at 0.0% of peer cohort average — well under norm. Combined with a clean acute-flag picture, that supports the A grade. Main caution: inspection volume is light for this fleet size — see the data-confidence note below.
| BASIC | Carrier (3yr, weighted) | Cohort avg | vs. cohort | Acute |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unsafe Driving | 2 | 42.74 | 4.7% | No |
| Hours-of-Service | 0 | 9.95 | 0.0% | No |
| Driver Fitness | 0 | 0.84 | 0.0% | No |
| Controlled Substances/Alcohol | 0 | 0.00 | — | No |
| Vehicle Maintenance | 10 | 79.89 | 12.5% | No |
| Hazmat | 0 | 5.05 | 0.0% | n/a |
Against similarly sized 169-power-unit peers, this carrier is below cohort average in Unsafe Driving, Hours-of-Service, Driver Fitness, and Vehicle Maintenance.
Inspection and violation record
Last 3 years of public roadside history for USDOT 384599: 6 inspections across 3 states. Most recent inspection: May 6, 2025 in VT.
| BASIC | Violations (3 yr) |
|---|---|
| Unsafe Driving | 3 |
| Vehicle Maintenance | 7 |
| Total violations | 11 (3 out-of-service) |
Crash record (3 yr): 3 reportable crashes , 2 with reported injuries , 1 with fatalities . Most recent: Mar 3, 2026.
What this carrier likely fits
This is a passenger carrier that runs regional lanes, at a large fleet scale, with passengers on the FMCSA cargo classification list.
Drawn from FMCSA-reported cargo classifications, route profile, and fleet composition. Not a substitute for direct confirmation of equipment and lane capability with the carrier.
Key takeaways
- Grade A (strong) against 33 peer carriers operating 169 power units.
- No acute or critical violation flags in the current review window.
- 4 inspections in the 24-month SMS window (1 vehicle OOS).
- Three-year public record: 11 violations, 3 reportable crashes (1 involving fatalities).
- Hours-of-Service is the strongest area — 0.0% of peer cohort average (well under norm).
- Operates as a large-fleet passenger carrier running regional lanes with 169 power units on file.
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