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HOWE FREIGHTWAYS INC
Company Information
Legal NameHOWE FREIGHTWAYS INC
DOT Number426141
MC Number236686
Entity TypeBroker / Carrier
Operating StatusAUTHORIZED FOR HIRE
LocationRockford, Illinois
Added11/01/1990
Last Updated12/09/2025
Operating Authorities
AuthorityAUTHORIZED FOR HIRE
Carrier OperationAUTHORIZED FOR HIRE
DocketMC236686
CommonActive
ContractActive
BrokerActive
Operating34 years
Cargo Transported
Metal/Sheets/CoilsLogs/Poles/LumberBuilding MaterialsMachinery/Large ObjectsFarm SuppliesConstruction
Operation Classification
Authorized For Hire
Mileage
Annual Mileage3,649,444 miles
Mileage Year2023
VMT SourceMCS-150 Form
Drivers
0
Interstate Total
40
Intrastate Total
40
CDL Drivers
40
Grand Total
Interstate >100mi0
Interstate <100mi0
Intrastate >100mi40
Intrastate <100mi0
Equipment
| Type | Owned | Term Leased | Trip Leased |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tractor | 24 | 16 | - |
| Trailer | 39 | 12 | - |
Fleet Size CodeM
HazMatNo
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TypeBroker / Carrier
Fleet40 units
Mileage3,649,444 mi
Safety RatingSatisfactory
Inspections67
Drivers40
Operating34 years
MCS-15012/2025
Fleet CodeM
Licensing & Insurance
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| Form | Type | Insurance Carrier | Policy | Coverage | Effective | Cancel Date | Method |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 91X | BIPD/Primary | CONTINENTAL WESTERN INSURANCE CO. | 9FJ19 | $750 | 12/19/1992 | 01/15/2000 | Replaced |
| 91X | BIPD/Primary | CONTINENTAL WESTERN INSURANCE CO. | 9FJ19 | $750 | 12/19/1992 | 02/18/2000 | Cancelled |
| 84 | SURETY | THE CINCINNATI INSURANCE CO. | $0 | 12/01/1991 | 10/01/2013 | Replaced | |
| 84 | SURETY | THE CINCINNATI INSURANCE CO. | 8238231 | $0 | 10/01/2013 | 10/01/2012 | Replaced |
| 84 | SURETY | THE CINCINNATI INSURANCE CO. | 8238231 | $0 | 10/01/2013 | 12/17/2014 | Replaced |
| 91X | BIPD/Primary | ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | CA-L12324 | $750 | 10/01/2012 | 10/01/2012 | Replaced |
| 84 | SURETY | THE CINCINNATI INSURANCE CO. | 8238231 | $0 | 10/01/2012 | 10/01/2013 | Replaced |
| 91X | BIPD/Primary | ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | CA-L12324 | $750 | 10/01/2012 | 10/01/2025 | Replaced |
| 91X | BIPD/Primary | ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | CA-L12324 | $1,000 | 10/01/2004 | 10/01/2012 | Replaced |
| 34 | CARGO | HARTFORD FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY | 83 MSNU 5966 | $0 | 07/24/1991 | 01/15/2000 | Replaced |
| 34 | CARGO | HARTFORD FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY | 83 MSNU 5966 | $0 | 07/24/1991 | 02/24/2000 | Cancelled |
| 91X | BIPD/Primary | WEST BEND MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. | 0110097401 | $1,000 | 01/15/2000 | 10/01/2004 | Replaced |
| 91X | BIPD/Primary | WEST BEND MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. | 0110097401 | $1,000 | 01/15/2000 | 11/11/2004 | Cancelled |
| 34 | CARGO | WEST BEND MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. | 0110097401 | $0 | 01/15/2000 | 01/01/2004 | Replaced |
| 34 | CARGO | HARTFORD FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY | 83 MS RY5398 | $0 | 01/01/2004 | 04/01/2020 | Cancelled |
| Docket | Type | Action | Served | Disposition | Disp Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC236686 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | 11/15/2005 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | 12/05/2005 |
| MC236686 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | 11/15/2005 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | 12/05/2005 |
| MC236686 | BROKER | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | 11/15/2005 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | 12/05/2005 |
| MC236686 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | 10/15/2004 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | 10/21/2004 |
| MC236686 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | 10/15/2004 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | 10/21/2004 |
| MC236686 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | 02/06/1992 | - | - |
| MC236686 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | GRANTED | 02/06/1992 | - | - |
| MC236686 | PROPERTY BROKER | GRANTED | 02/03/1992 | - | - |
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Crash & Inspection Records
6
Individual Crash Records
84
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 Crashes4
Fatal0
Injury1
Tow-Away3
Safety Rating
Satisfactory
Driver Inspections
Total Inspections49
Out of Service0
OOS Rate0.0%
National Avg5.5%
Below National Average
Vehicle Inspections
Total Inspections18
Out of Service2
OOS Rate11.1%
National Avg20.7%
Below National Average
Last FMCSA Review: 05/29/2020 | Rated: 10/29/2010
BASIC Safety Scores
FMCSA Behavior Analysis and Safety Improvement Categories (BASICs). Lower measure values indicate better safety performance.
Unsafe Driving
16 violations
/ 12 inspections
Measure: 1.68
Threshold: 65%
Hours-of-Service Compliance
13 violations
/ 11 inspections
Measure: 1.29
Threshold: 65%
Driver Fitness
1 violations
/ 1 inspections
Measure: 0.03
Threshold: 80%
Controlled Substances/​Alcohol
0 violations
Measure: 0.00
Threshold: 80%
Vehicle Maintenance
23 violations
/ 12 inspections
Measure: 3.17
Threshold: 80%
BASICS data as of 01/27/2017