J TAGGART ENTERPRISES INC
AUTHORIZEDDBA: RAY'S TOWING SERVICE
USDOT
1307642
MC Number
56357
Fleet Size
8
Total Drivers
13
Last updated: March 14, 2026
Safety overview
J TAGGART ENTERPRISES INC is a small interstate motor carrier based in PORTSMOUTH, Rhode Island, operating 8 power units with 13 drivers. 2 of their 5 BASIC scores sit above the 75th percentile intervention threshold. The rest fall within acceptable ranges. Their driver out-of-service rate of 33.3% runs above the national average of 5.51%. No crashes on file. FMCSA records show 3 inspections for this carrier.
BASIC scores
SMS PercentilesHigher percentile = worse performance relative to peers. Scores at or above 75% may trigger an FMCSA investigation.
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 Rhode Island is 14.3% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 32.9% across 4,045 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
What are BASIC scores?
FMCSA tracks carrier performance through its Safety Measurement System (SMS), which scores carriers across six categories called BASICs. Each score is a percentile from 0 to 100, based on inspection and crash data from the past 24 months.
A score of 65 means the carrier performed worse than 65% of its peers. Anything above 75% can trigger FMCSA alerts or investigations. Brokers vetting new carriers should pay attention to scores above 50%.
- Unsafe driving
- Speeding, reckless driving, improper lane changes, seatbelt violations. All based on what officers find during roadside inspections.
- HOS / Fatigue
- Hours-of-service violations, logbook problems, driving past the allowed limits. Fatigued driving is one of the top causes of truck crashes in the US.
- Driver fitness
- Licensing problems, expired medical certificates, and other driver qualification issues.
- Controlled substances
- Drug and alcohol testing violations, possession, or impairment.
- Vehicle maintenance
- Brake problems, tire issues, lighting defects, load securement failures. Caught during the vehicle portion of roadside inspections.
- Crash indicator
- Based on crash history from state-reported data. Higher percentile means more crashes relative to the carrier's size and mileage.
Inspections
3
Total
100%
Driver %
Crash history
0
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is J TAGGART ENTERPRISES INC authorized to operate?
Yes. J TAGGART ENTERPRISES INC (USDOT #1307642) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is J TAGGART ENTERPRISES INC's safety record?
J TAGGART ENTERPRISES INC has 2 BASIC scores above the 75th percentile, which is where FMCSA may look into a carrier. Brokers should weigh these scores alongside the inspection history and crash data before making a decision.
How many trucks does J TAGGART ENTERPRISES INC operate?
J TAGGART ENTERPRISES INC operates 8 power units with 13 drivers on file. That makes them a small carrier.
Does J TAGGART ENTERPRISES INC transport hazardous materials?
No. J TAGGART ENTERPRISES INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is J TAGGART ENTERPRISES INC located?
J TAGGART ENTERPRISES INC is based in PORTSMOUTH, Rhode Island at 1970 E MAIN RD, 02871. Phone: (401) 683-3562.
What are J TAGGART ENTERPRISES INC's out-of-service rates?
J TAGGART ENTERPRISES INC's driver out-of-service rate is 33.3%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Higher than average, which could point to driver compliance issues.