PAUL MICHELS
AUTHORIZEDDBA: MICHELS TRUCKING
USDOT
172169
MC Number
205544
Fleet Size
5
Total Drivers
6
Last updated: March 16, 2026
Broker verification report
Want a verification report for this carrier?
Request a sample CarrierOwl report for PAUL MICHELS. We will use this DOT profile to show authority, insurance, safety, contact consistency, and timestamped notes your team can save before sending a rate con.
Safety overview
PAUL MICHELS is a small interstate motor carrier based in HAZLETON, Iowa, operating 5 power units with 6 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 0.0% comes in under the 5.51% national average. They have 1 crash on file. FMCSA records show 12 inspections for this carrier.
Truck insurance quotes
Need insurance for this carrier?
Enter your email and we'll use this FMCSA profile to prepare truck insurance quotes.
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 Iowa is 7.2% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 29.9% across 25,829 carriers.
Company details
- Entity Type
- N/A
- Carrier Operation
- Interstate
- Operation Classification
- Exempt For Hire
- Cargo Carried
- N
- Hazmat
- No
- Safety Rating Date
- N/A
Inspections
12
Total
67%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Oct 22, 2024
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Crash history
1
Total Crashes
Similar carriers in Iowa
Other carriers in the same state with a similar fleet size.
CHIPMAN TRUCKING LLC
ANDERSON TOOLING INC
LENNON BRANDT ENTERPRISES INC
PFEFFER PRECAST LLC
BUSS FARMS LLC
Frequently asked questions
Is PAUL MICHELS authorized to operate?
Yes. PAUL MICHELS (USDOT #172169) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is PAUL MICHELS's safety record?
PAUL MICHELS has 12 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 PAUL MICHELS operate?
PAUL MICHELS operates 5 power units with 6 drivers on file. That makes them a small carrier.
Does PAUL MICHELS transport hazardous materials?
No. PAUL MICHELS does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is PAUL MICHELS located?
PAUL MICHELS is based in HAZLETON, Iowa at 1230 JACKSON AVE, 50641. Phone: (319) 636-2600.
What are PAUL MICHELS's out-of-service rates?
PAUL MICHELS's driver out-of-service rate is 0.0%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Below average, which is a good sign. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 0.0% (national average: 20.72%). Below average, suggesting the fleet is well-maintained.