FIRST OPTION INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
1283161
MC Number
499098
Fleet Size
58
Total Drivers
59
Last updated: March 16, 2026
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Safety overview
FIRST OPTION INC is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in MARION, Indiana, operating 58 power units with 59 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 2.1% comes in under the 5.51% national average. They have 9 crashes on file (4 with injuries). FMCSA records show 97 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 Indiana is 11.8% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 29.9% across 44,656 carriers.
Company details
- Entity Type
- N/A
- Carrier Operation
- Interstate
- Operation Classification
- Authorized For Hire
- Cargo Carried
- N
- Hazmat
- No
- Safety Rating Date
- N/A
Inspections
97
Total
73%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. — eff. Oct 1, 2020
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Crash history
9
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is FIRST OPTION INC authorized to operate?
Yes. FIRST OPTION INC (USDOT #1283161) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is FIRST OPTION INC's safety record?
FIRST OPTION INC has 97 inspections on file and 9 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 FIRST OPTION INC operate?
FIRST OPTION INC operates 58 power units with 59 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.
Does FIRST OPTION INC transport hazardous materials?
No. FIRST OPTION INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is FIRST OPTION INC located?
FIRST OPTION INC is based in MARION, Indiana at 3072 WEST DELPHI PIKE, 46952. Phone: (765) 660-2210.
What are FIRST OPTION INC's out-of-service rates?
FIRST OPTION INC's driver out-of-service rate is 2.1%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Below average, which is a good sign. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 5.7% (national average: 20.72%). Below average, suggesting the fleet is well-maintained.