What is MC number 492697?

MC number 492697 is assigned to Taz Trucking Inc, a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 1268158.

Is Taz Trucking Inc Safe? DOT 1268158 – Safety Rating, Crashes & Violations

Q: What is the safety rating of Taz Trucking Inc?

Taz Trucking Inc has a safety rating of "Satisfactory" as of May 4, 2011, based on the most recent FMCSA compliance review.

Q: How many inspections has Taz Trucking Inc had?

Taz Trucking Inc has recorded 204 total inspections, with 46 out-of-service orders.

Q: Where is Taz Trucking Inc located?

Taz Trucking Inc is headquartered at 6318 Taz Court, Bowling Green, KY 42104.

This carrier is active with a Satisfactory safety rating.

Taz Trucking Inc is a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 1268158. The company operates from Bowling Green, KY and maintains an active operating status with 93 power units and 96 drivers on record.

Safety Rating

FMCSA Safety Rating

✓ Satisfactory

Rated: May 4, 2011

Taz Trucking Inc holds a "Satisfactory" safety rating from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). This rating indicates that the carrier has been found to comply with federal safety regulations based on the most recent compliance review conducted by FMCSA. View official FMCSA record →

Inspection Summary

All-time Inspections

All-time

204

Total

OOS

Driver OOS

Vehicle OOS

204 inspections indicates a high-volume, actively operating carrier.

OOS Rate22.55%

The out-of-service (OOS) rate represents the percentage of inspections that resulted in the carrier being placed out of service. 22.5% — above the national vehicle OOS average of ~21%. Review BASICS scores below.

Crash History

Crash Records

All-time

Total

Fatal

Injuries

Tow-Away

13 crashes reported. Review fatal and injury counts carefully alongside fleet size before engaging this carrier.

BASICS Safety Scores

BASICS Scores

Higher = more risk · FMCSA Behavior Analysis and Safety Improvement Categories

4.4

Unsafe Driving

Measures violations related to speeding, reckless driving, and improper lane changes.

0.3

HOS Compliance

Tracks hours-of-service violations, including driving beyond legal limits without rest.

0.2

Driver Fitness

Reflects issues with driver qualifications, licenses, and medical certifications.

0.0

Controlled Substances

Captures drug and alcohol violations, including failed or refused tests.

4.8

Vehicle Maintenance

Reflects brake, tire, lighting, and other equipment-related inspection violations.

Scores above 65 (general freight) or 50 (passenger/hazmat) trigger an FMCSA Alert. Higher scores indicate more safety risk. National median is approximately 20–30 for active carriers.

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Carrier Insight

Taz Trucking Inc is a medium-sized motor carrier operating in Kentucky. With 204 total inspections on record, the carrier has an out-of-service rate of 22.5%, which exceeds the national average of approximately 21%. 13 crashes have been reported. Review crash details alongside fleet size and inspection history before making hiring decisions.

A Satisfactory rating from the FMCSA indicates that Taz Trucking Inc meets federal safety standards based on the most recent compliance review. This is the highest rating a carrier can receive.

The company operates 93 power units and employs 96 drivers. This is a mid-sized operation relative to the broader carrier market.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is USDOT Number 1268158?

USDOT number 1268158 is assigned to Taz Trucking Inc, an active motor carrier registered with the FMCSA, based in Bowling Green, KY.

What is the safety rating of Taz Trucking Inc?

Taz Trucking Inc has a safety rating of Satisfactory as of May 4, 2011.

How many inspections has Taz Trucking Inc had?

Taz Trucking Inc has recorded 204 total inspections with 46 out-of-service orders, representing an OOS rate of 22.55%.

Where is Taz Trucking Inc located?

Taz Trucking Inc is headquartered at 6318 Taz Court, Bowling Green, KY 42104.

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.

What is the MC number for Taz Trucking Inc?

The MC number for Taz Trucking Inc is MC# 492697. The MC number is issued by the FMCSA and authorizes carriers to operate in interstate commerce.

Data sourced from the FMCSA Open Data Portal. Updated monthly. DOT# 1268158 · Last updated: 2026-03-09. View official FMCSA record →

Taz Trucking Inc (DOT# 1268158 · MC# 492697) – FMCSA Carrier Profile