PREFERRED MATERIALS INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
1072241
MC Number
439908
Fleet Size
74
Total Drivers
50
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: September 6, 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 6.7% national average. They have 4 crashes on file (1 fatal, 1 with injuries). FMCSA records show 38 inspections for this carrier.
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BASIC scores
Under reviewCarrierOwl 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.
For reference, the average driver OOS rate in Louisiana is 9.8% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 27.8% across 11,726 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
38
Total
64%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
NATIONAL INTERSTATE INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. May 10, 2016
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
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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 38 inspections in CarrierOwl's current imported snapshot and 4 matching crashes. They do not show a formal FMCSA safety rating in CarrierOwl's current data. A zero result is limited to the dataset and snapshot window. Verify current BASIC percentiles and crash information 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 with the 6.7% reference shown by FMCSA SMS when checked August 4, 2026. Interpret the difference with inspection volume and verify the current FMCSA record. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 33.3%, compared with the 23.4% reference shown by FMCSA SMS when checked August 4, 2026. Interpret the difference with inspection volume and verify the current FMCSA record.