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HOWELL'S MOTOR FREIGHT INC
Company Information
Legal NameHOWELL'S MOTOR FREIGHT INC
DOT Number84329
MC Number311263
Entity TypeCarrier
Operating StatusAUTHORIZED FOR HIRE
LocationCloverdale, Virginia
Added06/01/1974
Last Updated11/13/2025
Operating Authorities
AuthorityAUTHORIZED FOR HIRE
Carrier OperationAUTHORIZED FOR HIRE
DocketMC116886
CommonActive
ContractActive
BrokerInactive
Operating48 years
Cargo Transported
General FreightMeatRefrigerated FoodBeverages
Operation Classification
Authorized For Hire
Mileage
Annual Mileage7,973,337 miles
Mileage Year2024
VMT SourceMCS-150 Form
Drivers
79
Interstate Total
0
Intrastate Total
79
CDL Drivers
79
Grand Total
Interstate >100mi76
Interstate <100mi3
Intrastate >100mi0
Intrastate <100mi0
Equipment
| Type | Owned | Term Leased | Trip Leased |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tractor | 96 | 10 | - |
| Trailer | 316 | - | - |
Fleet Size CodeQ
HazMatYes
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TypeCarrier
Fleet106 units
Mileage7,973,337 mi
Safety RatingSatisfactory
Inspections123
Drivers79
Operating48 years
MCS-15011/2025
Fleet CodeQ
Licensing & Insurance
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| Form | Type | Insurance Carrier | Policy | Coverage | Effective | Cancel Date | Method |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 84 | SURETY | AMERICAN CONTRACTORS INDEMNITY COMPANY | 293855 | $0 | 10/20/2009 | 10/01/2013 | Cancelled |
| 84 | SURETY | LIBERTY MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. | QL1-151-002180-116 | $0 | 10/18/1996 | 10/15/2009 | Cancelled |
| 34 | CARGO | THE PHOENIX INSURANCE CO | QT-630-2882C809-PHX-10 | $0 | 04/01/2010 | 04/20/2017 | Cancelled |
| 34 | CARGO | HANOVER INSURANCE CO. | RHR 5241400 | $0 | 04/01/2009 | 04/01/2010 | Replaced |
| 34 | CARGO | HANOVER INSURANCE CO. | RHR5241400 | $0 | 04/01/2009 | 04/01/2009 | Replaced |
| 91X | BIPD/Primary | DISCOVER PROPERTY & CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | D200A00718 | $750 | 04/01/2009 | 03/01/2010 | Replaced |
| 34 | CARGO | TRAVELERS PROPERTY CASUALTY CO. OF AMERICA | 4221L171 | $0 | 04/01/2008 | 04/30/2009 | Cancelled |
| 34 | CARGO | TRAVELERS PROPERTY CASUALTY CO. OF AMERICA | 4221L171 | $0 | 04/01/2008 | 04/01/2009 | Replaced |
| 34 | CARGO | HANOVER INSURANCE CO. | IHA 8749729-00 | $0 | 04/01/2007 | 04/01/2008 | Replaced |
| 34 | CARGO | FIREMAN'S FUND INSURANCE CO. | MZI 97302949 | $0 | 04/01/2005 | 02/05/2006 | Cancelled |
| 34 | CARGO | FIREMAN'S FUND INSURANCE CO. | MZI 97302949 | $0 | 04/01/2005 | 01/13/2006 | Replaced |
| 34 | CARGO | NAVIGATORS INSURANCE COMPANY | LN 04 TPT 860 74 001 | $0 | 04/01/2004 | 04/01/2005 | Replaced |
| 91X | BIPD/Primary | LIBERTY MUTUAL FIRE INSURANCE CO. | AT2-151-002180-04 | $750 | 04/01/2003 | 04/01/2009 | Replaced |
| 34 | CARGO | TRAVELERS PROPERTY CASUALTY CO. OF AMERICA | QT660-273D729-4-TIL-02 | $0 | 04/01/2002 | 04/01/2004 | Cancelled |
| 34 | CARGO | LEXINGTON INSURANCE COMPANY | 852 96 59 | $0 | 04/01/2001 | 04/01/2002 | Replaced |
| 91X | BIPD/Primary | LIBERTY MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. | AT2-151-002180-040 | $1,000 | 04/01/2000 | 05/29/2003 | Cancelled |
| 34 | CARGO | LIBERTY MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. | K01-151-002180-13 | $0 | 04/01/1998 | 04/01/2001 | Replaced |
| 34 | CARGO | LIBERTY MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. | K01-151-002180-13 | $0 | 04/01/1998 | 06/10/2001 | Cancelled |
| 34 | CARGO | UNITED STATES FIDELITY & GUARANTY CO. | CIM145403731 | $0 | 04/01/1995 | 05/07/1998 | Cancelled |
| 91X | BIPD/Primary | LIBERTY MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. | AT1751-002180-04 | $1,000 | 04/01/1991 | 04/01/2000 | Replaced |
| 91X | BIPD/Primary | DISCOVER PROPERTY & CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | D200A01043 | $750 | 03/01/2013 | 03/01/2014 | Replaced |
| 91X | BIPD/Primary | DISCOVER PROPERTY & CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | D200A00947 | $750 | 03/01/2012 | 03/01/2013 | Replaced |
| 91X | BIPD/Primary | DISCOVER PROPERTY & CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | D200A00852 | $750 | 03/01/2011 | 03/01/2012 | Replaced |
| 91X | BIPD/Primary | DISCOVER PROPERTY & CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | D200A00762 | $750 | 03/01/2010 | 03/01/2010 | Replaced |
| 91X | BIPD/Primary | DISCOVER PROPERTY & CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | D200A00762 | $750 | 03/01/2010 | 03/01/2011 | Replaced |
| 34 | CARGO | HARTFORD FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY | 14 MS TA7717 | $0 | 01/13/2006 | 04/01/2007 | Replaced |
| 34 | CARGO | AMERICAN MOTORISTS INSURANCE CO. | AM604155 | $0 | 01/01/1991 | 05/03/1995 | Cancelled |
| Docket | Type | Action | Served | Disposition | Disp Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC116886 | PROPERTY BROKER | GRANTED | 12/16/1996 | REVOKED | 12/02/2013 |
| MC116886 | BROKER | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | 09/18/2009 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | 10/21/2009 |
| MC116886 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | GRANTED | 09/04/1987 | - | - |
| MC116886 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | 07/26/1987 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | 09/08/1987 |
| MC116886 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | 07/01/1977 | REVOKED | 04/07/2004 |
| MC116886 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | 06/03/1998 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | 06/15/1998 |
| MC116886 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | 05/08/1985 | REVOKED | 04/07/2004 |
| MC116886 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | 05/05/1982 | REVOKED | 04/07/2004 |
| MC116886 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | REINSTATED | 05/04/2004 | - | - |
| MC116886 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | 04/03/2009 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | 04/07/2009 |
| MC116886 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | 03/25/1981 | REVOKED | 04/07/2004 |
| MC116886 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | 01/09/2006 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | 01/31/2006 |
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Crash & Inspection Records
11
Individual Crash Records
38
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 Crashes9
Fatal0
Injury5
Tow-Away4
Safety Rating
Satisfactory
Driver Inspections
Total Inspections90
Out of Service1
OOS Rate1.1%
National Avg5.5%
Below National Average
Vehicle Inspections
Total Inspections33
Out of Service6
OOS Rate18.2%
National Avg20.7%
Below National Average
Last FMCSA Review: 12/05/2003 | Rated: 12/17/2003
BASIC Safety Scores
FMCSA Behavior Analysis and Safety Improvement Categories (BASICs). Lower measure values indicate better safety performance.
Unsafe Driving
15 violations
/ 15 inspections
Measure: 0.82
Threshold: 65%
Hours-of-Service Compliance
9 violations
/ 9 inspections
Measure: 0.19
Threshold: 65%
Driver Fitness
1 violations
/ 1 inspections
Measure: 0.02
Threshold: 80%
Controlled Substances/​Alcohol
0 violations
Measure: 0.00
Threshold: 80%
Vehicle Maintenance
88 violations
/ 53 inspections
Measure: 3.57
Threshold: 80%
BASICS data as of 01/27/2017