HL HOWARD & SONS INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
1896860
MC Number
712760
Fleet Size
1
Total Drivers
1
Last updated: March 16, 2026
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Safety overview
HL HOWARD & SONS INC is a small interstate motor carrier based in WEBSTER, Florida, operating 1 power unit with 1 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. No crashes on file. FMCSA records show 3 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 Florida is 15.5% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 31.0% across 142,655 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
3
Total
75%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Jan 27, 2026
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Crash history
0
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is HL HOWARD & SONS INC authorized to operate?
Yes. HL HOWARD & SONS INC (USDOT #1896860) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is HL HOWARD & SONS INC's safety record?
HL HOWARD & SONS INC has 3 inspections on file and no 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 HL HOWARD & SONS INC operate?
HL HOWARD & SONS INC operates 1 power unit with 1 driver on file. That makes them a small carrier.
Does HL HOWARD & SONS INC transport hazardous materials?
No. HL HOWARD & SONS INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is HL HOWARD & SONS INC located?
HL HOWARD & SONS INC is based in WEBSTER, Florida at 4456 CR691, 33597. Phone: (352) 457-6343.
What are HL HOWARD & SONS INC's out-of-service rates?
HL HOWARD & SONS INC'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 100.0% (national average: 20.72%). Above average, which may point to vehicle maintenance gaps.