PREFERRED MATERIALS INC

AUTHORIZED
153 BLAZER DRIVE, SIBLEY, LA, 71073|(318) 382-0880

USDOT

1072241

MC Number

439908

Fleet Size

74

Total Drivers

50

FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: July 23, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.

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Safety overview

PREFERRED MATERIALS INC is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in SIBLEY, Louisiana, operating 74 power units with 50 drivers. CarrierOwl is currently validating BASIC percentile display against the official FMCSA SMS portal; use the inspection, out-of-service, crash, authority, and insurance data below as the primary public safety indicators on this page. Their driver out-of-service rate of 2.6% comes in under the 5.51% national average. They have 4 crashes on file (1 fatal, 1 with injuries). FMCSA records show 39 inspections for this carrier.

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BASIC scores

Under review

CarrierOwl is validating BASIC percentile calculations against the official FMCSA SMS portal. Until that review is complete, use FMCSA directly for current BASIC percentiles and use the inspection, out-of-service, crash, authority, and insurance data on this page as supporting indicators.

BASIC percentile display is temporarily paused while we validate CarrierOwl's methodology against the official FMCSA SMS portal.

Out-of-service rates vs. national average

An out-of-service order means the driver or vehicle was pulled from operation during a roadside inspection.

Driver OOS rate2.6%
National average5.5%
Vehicle OOS rate33.3%
National average20.7%

For reference, the average driver OOS rate in Louisiana is 9.8% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 28.1% across 11,579 carriers.

Company details

Entity Type
N/A
Carrier Operation
Interstate
Operation Classification
Authorized For Hire
Cargo Carried
N
Hazmat
Yes
Safety Rating Date
N/A

Inspections

39

Total

65%

Driver %

Driver Inspections39
Vehicle Inspections21
Driver OOS Rate2.6%
Vehicle OOS Rate33.3%

Insurance on file

Liability (BIPD)

NATIONAL INTERSTATE INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. May 10, 2016

$1,000,000ACTIVE

Cargo

Not on file

Surety Bond

Not on file

Trust Fund

Not on file

Source: Legacy FMCSA. Verify current filings directly with FMCSA before relying on them.

Crash history

4

Total Crashes

Fatal Crashes1
Injury Crashes1
Tow Crashes4

Frequently asked questions

Is PREFERRED MATERIALS INC authorized to operate?

CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for PREFERRED MATERIALS INC (USDOT #1072241) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.

What is PREFERRED MATERIALS INC's safety record?

PREFERRED MATERIALS INC has 39 inspections on file and 4 crashes on record. They do not show a formal FMCSA safety rating in CarrierOwl's current data. CarrierOwl is validating BASIC percentile display against the official FMCSA SMS portal, so brokers should verify current BASIC percentiles directly with FMCSA before relying on them.

How many trucks does PREFERRED MATERIALS INC operate?

PREFERRED MATERIALS INC operates 74 power units with 50 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.

Does PREFERRED MATERIALS INC transport hazardous materials?

Yes. PREFERRED MATERIALS INC is flagged for hazardous materials transportation with FMCSA. That means additional safety requirements and more frequent inspections.

Where is PREFERRED MATERIALS INC located?

PREFERRED MATERIALS INC is based in SIBLEY, Louisiana at 153 BLAZER DRIVE, 71073. Phone: (318) 382-0880.

What are PREFERRED MATERIALS INC's out-of-service rates?

PREFERRED MATERIALS INC's driver out-of-service rate is 2.6%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Below average, which is a good sign. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 33.3% (national average: 20.72%). Above average, which may point to vehicle maintenance gaps.