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MERCHANTS TRANSPORT OF HICKORY LLC
Company Information
Legal NameMERCHANTS TRANSPORT OF HICKORY LLC
DOT Number48104
MC Number162035
Entity TypeBroker / Carrier
Operating StatusAUTHORIZED FOR HIRE
LocationHickory, North Carolina
Added06/01/1974
Last Updated04/03/2026
Operating Authorities
AuthorityAUTHORIZED FOR HIRE
Carrier OperationAUTHORIZED FOR HIRE
DocketMC162035
CommonActive
ContractNot Active
BrokerActive
Operating43 years
Cargo Transported
General FreightFresh ProduceMeatDry BulkRefrigerated FoodBeveragesPaper Products
Operation Classification
Authorized For Hire
Mileage
Annual Mileage26,696,000 miles
Mileage Year2024
VMT SourceMCS-150 Form
Drivers
347
Interstate Total
0
Intrastate Total
347
CDL Drivers
347
Grand Total
Interstate >100mi347
Interstate <100mi0
Intrastate >100mi0
Intrastate <100mi0
Equipment
| Type | Owned | Term Leased | Trip Leased |
|---|---|---|---|
| Truck | 3 | - | - |
| Tractor | 305 | - | - |
| Trailer | 830 | - | - |
Fleet Size CodeS
HazMatNo
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TypeBroker / Carrier
Fleet308 units
Mileage26,696,000 mi
Safety RatingSatisfactory
Inspections1,051
Drivers347
Operating43 years
MCS-15004/2026
Fleet CodeS
Licensing & Insurance
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| Form | Type | Insurance Carrier | Policy | Coverage | Effective | Cancel Date | Method |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 84 | SURETY | LIBERTY MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. | 018 009 072 | $0 | 12/12/2006 | 08/05/2013 | Name Changed |
| 84 | SURETY | FIDELITY & DEPOSIT CO. OF MARYLAND | LPM7577842 | $0 | 12/12/2005 | 12/12/2006 | Cancelled |
| 84 | SURETY | LIBERTY MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. | 018009072 | $0 | 08/07/2013 | 10/01/2013 | Replaced |
| 34 | CARGO | EMPLOYERS INSURANCE OF WAUSAU, A MUTUAL CO. | 142903085618 | $0 | 04/15/1986 | 04/01/2002 | Replaced |
| 91X | BIPD/Primary | SAFETY NATIONAL CASUALTY CORPORATION | CAS4045852 | $3,000 | 04/01/2012 | 06/29/2013 | Replaced |
| 91X | BIPD/Primary | SAFETY NATIONAL CASUALTY CORPORATION | CAS4045852 | $3,000 | 04/01/2012 | 08/05/2013 | Name Changed |
| 91X | BIPD/Primary | THE TRAVELERS INDEMNITY CO. OF CONNECTICUT | HC2ECAP475M5338TCT-11 | $750 | 04/01/2011 | 04/01/2012 | Replaced |
| 91X | BIPD/Primary | DISCOVER PROPERTY & CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | D004A00348 | $750 | 04/01/2010 | 04/01/2011 | Replaced |
| 91X | BIPD/Primary | DISCOVER PROPERTY & CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | D004A00336 | $750 | 04/01/2009 | 04/01/2010 | Replaced |
| 34 | CARGO | NAVIGATORS INSURANCE COMPANY | NC08ILM010916-00 | $0 | 04/01/2008 | 08/05/2013 | Name Changed |
| 91X | BIPD/Primary | ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | BAP3730597 | $1,000 | 04/01/2005 | 04/01/2005 | Replaced |
| 91X | BIPD/Primary | ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | BAP3730597 | $2,000 | 04/01/2005 | 04/01/2005 | Replaced |
| 91X | BIPD/Primary | ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | BAP3730597 | $750 | 04/01/2005 | 04/01/2009 | Replaced |
| 91X | BIPD/Primary | CONTINENTAL CASUALTY CO. | 2057347893 | $2,000 | 04/01/2003 | 04/01/2005 | Replaced |
| 34 | CARGO | FIREMAN'S FUND INSURANCE CO. | MXI97550741 | $0 | 04/01/2002 | 04/01/2008 | Replaced |
| 91X | BIPD/Primary | AMERICAN MOTORISTS INSURANCE CO. | F5R 006 110-00 | $1,000 | 04/01/1993 | 04/01/2003 | Replaced |
| Docket | Type | Action | Served | Disposition | Disp Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC162035 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | 12/27/1982 | - | - |
| MC162035 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | 11/08/2005 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | 12/06/2005 |
| MC162035 | PROPERTY BROKER | REINSTATED | 10/30/2013 | - | - |
| MC162035 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | 07/01/2013 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | 07/10/2013 |
| MC162035 | PROPERTY BROKER | REINSTATED | 05/17/2007 | - | 10/29/2013 |
| MC162035 | PROPERTY BROKER | GRANTED | 05/17/2007 | REVOKED | 08/05/2013 |
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Crash & Inspection Records
58
Individual Crash Records
1,417
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 Crashes18
Fatal0
Injury3
Tow-Away15
Safety Rating
Satisfactory
Driver Inspections
Total Inspections717
Out of Service1
OOS Rate0.1%
National Avg5.5%
Below National Average
Vehicle Inspections
Total Inspections334
Out of Service25
OOS Rate7.5%
National Avg20.7%
Below National Average
HazMat Inspections
Total1
OOS0
OOS Rate0.0% (avg 4.5%)
Last FMCSA Review: 11/01/2000 | Rated: 12/14/2000
BASIC Safety Scores
FMCSA Behavior Analysis and Safety Improvement Categories (BASICs). Lower measure values indicate better safety performance.
Unsafe Driving
24 violations
/ 24 inspections
Measure: 1.02
Threshold: 65%
Hours-of-Service Compliance
4 violations
/ 3 inspections
Measure: 0.02
Threshold: 65%
Driver Fitness
6 violations
/ 5 inspections
Measure: 0.25
Threshold: 80%
Controlled Substances/​Alcohol
0 violations
Measure: 0.00
Threshold: 80%
Vehicle Maintenance
32 violations
/ 25 inspections
Measure: 1.05
Threshold: 80%
BASICS data as of 01/27/2017