Is Tate Services Inc Safe? DOT 1070198 – Safety Rating, Crashes & Violations

Q: How many inspections has Tate Services Inc had?

Tate Services Inc has recorded 39 total inspections, with 20 out-of-service orders.

This carrier is active. Review the inspection and crash data below.

Tate Services Inc is a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 1070198. The company operates from Huntsville, AL and maintains an active operating status with 39 power units and 39 drivers on record.

Safety Rating

FMCSA Safety Rating

— Not Rated

No formal safety rating has been assigned to Tate Services Inc by the FMCSA. View official FMCSA record →

Inspection Summary

All-time Inspections

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Vehicle OOS

39 inspections reflects moderate road activity.

OOS Rate51.28%

The out-of-service (OOS) rate represents the percentage of inspections that resulted in the carrier being placed out of service. 51.3% — above the national vehicle OOS average of ~21%. Review BASICS scores below.

Crash History

Crash Records

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Injuries

Tow-Away

7 crashes on record. This is within a common range for active carriers — assess relative to fleet size and inspection volume.

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Carrier Insight

Tate Services Inc is a medium-sized motor carrier operating in Alabama. With 39 total inspections on record, the carrier has an out-of-service rate of 51.3%, which exceeds the national average of approximately 21%. 7 crashes have been reported. Review crash details alongside fleet size and inspection history before making hiring decisions.

Tate Services Inc has not received a formal safety rating from the FMCSA. This is common for smaller or newer carriers and does not necessarily indicate a safety problem.

The company operates 39 power units and employs 39 drivers. This is a mid-sized operation relative to the broader carrier market.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is USDOT Number 1070198?

USDOT number 1070198 is assigned to Tate Services Inc, an active motor carrier registered with the FMCSA, based in Huntsville, AL.

How many inspections has Tate Services Inc had?

Tate Services Inc has recorded 39 total inspections with 20 out-of-service orders, representing an OOS rate of 51.28%.

Where is Tate Services Inc located?

Tate Services Inc is headquartered at 378 Nickfitchead Road, Huntsville, AL 35806.

What does "Not Rated" mean?

"Not Rated" means the FMCSA has not conducted a formal compliance review for this carrier. It does not indicate a safety problem — many active carriers operate without a formal rating.

Is zero crashes always a good sign?

Generally yes, but context matters. A carrier with zero crashes and very few inspections may simply have limited road exposure. Always review crash data alongside inspection volume and fleet size.

What is a normal OOS rate?

The national average vehicle out-of-service rate is approximately 21%. Driver OOS averages around 5%. Rates significantly above these thresholds may indicate recurring compliance issues.

How often is FMCSA data updated?

FMCSA publishes updated carrier data monthly. This page reflects the most recent available snapshot, updated on the date shown above.

Data sourced from the FMCSA Open Data Portal. Updated monthly. DOT# 1070198 · Last updated: 2026-03-09. View official FMCSA record →

Tate Services Inc (DOT# 1070198) – FMCSA Carrier Profile