HOCON GAS INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
18151
MC Number
N/A
Fleet Size
78
Total Drivers
41
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: August 23, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.
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Safety overview
HOCON GAS INC is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in SHELTON, Connecticut, operating 78 power units with 41 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 12.5% runs above the national average of 6.7%. They have 1 crash on file. FMCSA records show 8 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 Connecticut is 16.7% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 30.9% across 21,357 carriers.
Company details
- Entity Type
- N/A
- Carrier Operation
- Interstate
- Operation Classification
- Private (Property)
- Cargo Carried
- N
- Hazmat
- Yes
- Safety Rating Date
- N/A
Inspections
8
Total
62%
Driver %
Insurance on file
CarrierOwl's current public FMCSA filing snapshot returned no matching insurance rows. This does not prove that no private coverage exists; verify current requirements and filings directly with FMCSA and the carrier.
Crash history
1
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is HOCON GAS INC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for HOCON GAS INC (USDOT #18151) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is HOCON GAS INC's safety record?
HOCON GAS INC has 8 inspections in CarrierOwl's current imported snapshot and 1 matching crash. 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 HOCON GAS INC operate?
HOCON GAS INC operates 78 power units with 41 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.
Does HOCON GAS INC transport hazardous materials?
Yes. HOCON GAS INC is flagged for hazardous materials transportation with FMCSA. That means additional safety requirements and more frequent inspections.
Where is HOCON GAS INC located?
HOCON GAS INC is based in SHELTON, Connecticut at 6 ARMSTRONG ROAD, 06484. Phone: (203) 402-7827.
What are HOCON GAS INC's out-of-service rates?
HOCON GAS INC's driver out-of-service rate is 12.5%, 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 0.0%, 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.