Company Information
Legal NameHOWARD & SONS AUTOMOTIVE SERVICES INC
DBA NameHOWARD'S WRECKER SERVICE
DOT Number182546
MC Number309492
Entity TypeCarrier
Operating StatusAUTHORIZED FOR HIRE;EXEMPT FOR HIRE
LocationMableton, Georgia
Added06/01/1974
Last Updated04/17/2026
Operating Authorities
AuthorityAUTHORIZED FOR HIRE;EXEMPT FOR HIRE
Carrier OperationAUTHORIZED FOR HIRE;EXEMPT FOR HIRE
DocketMC309492
CommonNot Active
ContractNot Active
BrokerNot Active
DocketMC310783
CommonActive
ContractNot Active
BrokerNot Active
Operating29 years
Cargo Transported
General FreightMetal/Sheets/CoilsMotor VehiclesDrive-Away/Tow-AwayMachinery/Large ObjectsIntermodal Containers
Operation Classification
Authorized For HireExempt For Hire
Mileage
Annual Mileage1,133,503 miles
Mileage Year2023
VMT SourceMCS-150 Form
Drivers
23
Interstate Total
0
Intrastate Total
11
CDL Drivers
23
Grand Total
Interstate >100mi9
Interstate <100mi14
Intrastate >100mi0
Intrastate <100mi0
Equipment
| Type | Owned | Term Leased | Trip Leased |
|---|---|---|---|
| Truck | 21 | - | - |
| Tractor | 7 | - | - |
| Trailer | 6 | - | - |
Fleet Size CodeJ
HazMatNo
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StatusUnlock
TypeCarrier
Fleet28 units
Mileage1,133,503 mi
Safety RatingSatisfactory
Inspections35
Drivers23
Operating29 years
MCS-15004/2026
Fleet CodeJ
Licensing & Insurance
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| Form | Type | Insurance Carrier | Policy | Coverage | Effective | Cancel Date | Method |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 91X | BIPD/Primary | GRANITE STATE INSURANCE CO. | 01-CA-044253332-0 | $1,000 | 08/15/2024 | 08/15/2024 | Replaced |
| 91X | BIPD/Primary | NEW HAMPSHIRE INSURANCE CO. | 01-CA-044253332-0 | $1,000 | 08/15/2024 | 08/15/2024 | Replaced |
| 91X | BIPD/Primary | NEW HAMPSHIRE INSURANCE CO. | 01-CA-044253332-0 | $1,000 | 08/15/2024 | 06/16/2025 | Replaced |
| 91X | BIPD/Primary | ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | CPO1642790 | $1,000 | 08/15/2022 | 08/15/2024 | Cancelled |
| 91X | BIPD/Primary | AMGUARD INSURANCE COMPANY | K2GP215330 | $1,000 | 08/15/2021 | 08/15/2022 | Replaced |
| 91X | BIPD/Primary | ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | CPO1640745 | $1,000 | 08/15/2017 | 08/15/2021 | Replaced |
| 34 | CARGO | GRANGE INSURANCE COMPANY. | CPP-23 11 204 | $0 | 06/25/2004 | 03/27/2006 | Replaced |
| 91X | BIPD/Primary | ARCH INSURANCE COMPANY | TTPKG0116000 | $1,000 | 06/01/2013 | 03/27/2014 | Cancelled |
| 34 | CARGO | PROGRESSIVE MOUNTAIN INSURANCE COMPANY OF OHI | CA 4621534 | $0 | 06/01/2010 | 03/27/2011 | Replaced |
| 91X | BIPD/Primary | UNITED SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | UXQ0000402 | $1,000 | 03/27/2017 | 08/15/2017 | Replaced |
| 91X | BIPD/Primary | UNITED SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | UXQ0000401 | $1,000 | 03/27/2016 | 03/27/2017 | Replaced |
| 91X | BIPD/Primary | NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | CAO7757319 | $750 | 03/27/2015 | 03/27/2016 | Cancelled |
| 91X | BIPD/Primary | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | PIT00129201 | $750 | 03/27/2014 | 03/27/2015 | Cancelled |
| 91X | BIPD/Primary | ARCH INSURANCE COMPANY | TTPKG0116000 | $1,000 | 03/27/2013 | 06/01/2013 | Cancelled |
| 91X | BIPD/Primary | PROGRESSIVE MOUNTAIN INSURANCE COMPANY OF OHI | CA 1512162 | $1,000 | 03/27/2012 | 03/27/2013 | Replaced |
| 34 | CARGO | PROGRESSIVE MOUNTAIN INSURANCE COMPANY OF OHI | CA 7897020 | $0 | 03/27/2011 | 05/11/2012 | Cancelled |
| 91X | BIPD/Primary | PROGRESSIVE MOUNTAIN INSURANCE COMPANY OF OHI | CA 7897020 | $1,000 | 03/27/2011 | 03/27/2012 | Replaced |
| 91X | BIPD/Primary | PROGRESSIVE MOUNTAIN INSURANCE COMPANY OF OHI | CA 4621534 | $1,000 | 03/27/2010 | 03/27/2011 | Replaced |
| 34 | CARGO | REDLAND INSURANCE CO. | QSIGA0001209 | $0 | 03/27/2009 | 03/27/2010 | Cancelled |
| 91X | BIPD/Primary | REDLAND INSURANCE CO. | RICGA0003146 | $750 | 03/27/2009 | 03/27/2009 | Replaced |
| 91X | BIPD/Primary | REDLAND INSURANCE CO. | RICGA0003146 | $1,000 | 03/27/2009 | 03/27/2010 | Cancelled |
| 34 | CARGO | QBE SPECIALTY INSURANCE CORPORATION | QSIGA0001209 | $0 | 03/27/2009 | 03/27/2009 | Replaced |
| 91X | BIPD/Primary | GRANGE INSURANCE COMPANY. | CPP 2611912-00 | $1,000 | 03/27/2008 | 03/27/2009 | Replaced |
| 34 | CARGO | GRANGE INSURANCE COMPANY. | CPP 2611912-00 | $0 | 03/27/2008 | 03/27/2009 | Replaced |
| 91X | BIPD/Primary | SUA INSURANCE COMPANY | 10AE0TT101021CA02 | $1,000 | 03/27/2007 | 03/27/2008 | Cancelled |
| 34 | CARGO | SUA INSURANCE COMPANY | 10AE0TT101021CA02 | $0 | 03/27/2007 | 03/27/2008 | Cancelled |
| 34 | CARGO | SPECIALTY UNDERWRITERS ALLIANCE | 10AEOTT101021-CA01 | $0 | 03/27/2006 | 03/27/2006 | Replaced |
| 91X | BIPD/Primary | SPECIALTY UNDERWRITERS ALLIANCE | 10AEOTT101021-CA01 | $1,000 | 03/27/2006 | 03/27/2007 | Cancelled |
| 34 | CARGO | SPECIALTY UNDERWRITERS ALLIANCE | 10AEOTT101021-CA01 | $0 | 03/27/2006 | 03/27/2007 | Cancelled |
| 91X | BIPD/Primary | CYPRESS INSURANCE COMPANY (CA) | 16 GAA000143 | $1,000 | 03/27/2005 | 03/27/2006 | Cancelled |
| 91X | BIPD/Primary | CYPRESS INSURANCE COMPANY (CA) | 16 GAA000143 | $1,000 | 03/27/2004 | 03/27/2005 | Cancelled |
| 91X | BIPD/Primary | LINCOLN GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY | LTP101064 | $1,000 | 03/27/2003 | 03/27/2004 | Cancelled |
| 34 | CARGO | LINCOLN GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY | LTP101064 | $0 | 03/27/2003 | 03/24/2004 | Cancelled |
| 91X | BIPD/Primary | INTERSTATE INDEMNITY COMPANY | GP 6117179 | $1,000 | 03/15/2003 | 05/06/2003 | Cancelled |
| 91X | BIPD/Primary | INTERSTATE INDEMNITY COMPANY | GP 6117179 | $1,000 | 03/15/2003 | 03/27/2003 | Replaced |
| 34 | CARGO | CENTENNIAL INSURANCE CO. | 259 01 18 63 | $0 | 02/03/1998 | 03/27/2003 | Replaced |
| 91X | BIPD/Primary | SOUTHERN GUARANTY INSURANCE CO. | GLA0928 | $1,000 | 02/03/1996 | 03/15/2003 | Replaced |
| 34 | CARGO | SOUTHERN GUARANTY INSURANCE CO. | GLA0928 | $0 | 02/03/1996 | 02/03/1998 | Replaced |
| 34 | CARGO | FEDERAL INSURANCE CO. | 6585203 | $0 | 02/03/1996 | 02/03/1996 | Replaced |
| Docket | Type | Action | Served | Disposition | Disp Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC310783 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | REINSTATED | 11/18/2004 | REVOKED | 04/05/2010 |
| MC310783 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | REINSTATED | 09/19/2024 | - | - |
| MC310783 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | REINSTATED | 06/08/2010 | REVOKED | 08/21/2024 |
| MC310783 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | 03/18/1997 | REVOKED | 03/31/2004 |
| MC310783 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | 03/02/2015 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | 03/30/2015 |
| MC310783 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | 03/01/2004 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | 04/02/2004 |
| MC310783 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | 02/29/2016 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | 03/25/2016 |
| MC310783 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | 02/29/2008 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | 03/27/2008 |
| MC310783 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | 02/28/2014 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | 03/27/2014 |
| MC310783 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | 02/28/2007 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | 03/21/2007 |
| MC310783 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | 02/28/2006 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | 03/28/2006 |
| MC310783 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | 02/28/2005 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | 03/21/2005 |
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Crash & Inspection Records
11
Individual Crash Records
7
Inspection Records
| Date | Location | State | Details | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/15/2025 | Houston | TX | Rear-end collision | Injury |
| 11/02/2024 | Memphis | TN | Lane departure | Tow-Away |
| 06/18/2024 | Chicago | IL | Intersection | Property Damage |
Contact Details
Phone(555) 123-4567
Cell(555) 987-6543
Email[email protected]
Contact NameJohn Smith
Physical Address123 Main St, City, ST
Mailing AddressPO Box 123, City, ST
Insurance Information
Insurance FiledYes
Type91X - BIPD/Primary
Amount$750,000
Effective Date06/01/2025
CompanyGEICO Marine Insurance
Policy #9300148493
Safety & Inspection Data
Crash Summary
Total Crashes6
Fatal0
Injury3
Tow-Away3
Safety Rating
Satisfactory
Driver Inspections
Total Inspections27
Out of Service1
OOS Rate3.7%
National Avg5.5%
Below National Average
Vehicle Inspections
Total Inspections8
Out of Service6
OOS Rate75.0%
National Avg20.7%
Above National Average
Last FMCSA Review: 07/19/1995 | Rated: 08/02/1995
BASIC Safety Scores
FMCSA Behavior Analysis and Safety Improvement Categories (BASICs). Lower measure values indicate better safety performance.
Unsafe Driving
0 violations
Measure: 0.00
Threshold: 65%
Hours-of-Service Compliance
1 violations
/ 1 inspections
Measure: 1.50
Threshold: 65%
Driver Fitness
1 violations
/ 1 inspections
Measure: 0.07
Threshold: 80%
Controlled Substances/​Alcohol
0 violations
Measure: 0.00
Threshold: 80%
Vehicle Maintenance
19 violations
/ 7 inspections
Measure: 10.69
Threshold: 80%
BASICS data as of 01/27/2017