UNIVERSE TOWING INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
1378013
MC Number
671328
Fleet Size
18
Total Drivers
18
Last updated: March 16, 2026
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Safety overview
UNIVERSE TOWING INC is a small interstate motor carrier based in BRONX, New York, operating 18 power units with 18 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 20.0% runs above the national average of 5.51%. They have 1 crash on file (1 with injuries). FMCSA records show 5 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 New York is 13.7% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 25.6% across 123,054 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
5
Total
50%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
TRUMBULL INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. May 1, 2025
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Crash history
1
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is UNIVERSE TOWING INC authorized to operate?
Yes. UNIVERSE TOWING INC (USDOT #1378013) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is UNIVERSE TOWING INC's safety record?
UNIVERSE TOWING INC has 5 inspections on file and 1 crash 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 UNIVERSE TOWING INC operate?
UNIVERSE TOWING INC operates 18 power units with 18 drivers on file. That makes them a small carrier.
Does UNIVERSE TOWING INC transport hazardous materials?
No. UNIVERSE TOWING INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is UNIVERSE TOWING INC located?
UNIVERSE TOWING INC is based in BRONX, New York at 1825 GIVAN AVE, 10469. Phone: (718) 653-1200.
What are UNIVERSE TOWING INC's out-of-service rates?
UNIVERSE TOWING INC's driver out-of-service rate is 20.0%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Higher than average, which could point to driver compliance issues. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 20.0% (national average: 20.72%).