TELS INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
2402648
MC Number
826445
Fleet Size
5
Total Drivers
6
Last updated: March 16, 2026
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Safety overview
TELS INC is a small interstate motor carrier based in DEFIANCE, Ohio, 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 3.8% comes in under the 5.51% national average. They have 1 crash on file. FMCSA records show 27 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 Ohio is 10.3% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 27.6% across 47,364 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
27
Total
70%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
ACCELERANT SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Nov 25, 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 TELS INC authorized to operate?
Yes. TELS INC (USDOT #2402648) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is TELS INC's safety record?
TELS INC has 27 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 TELS INC operate?
TELS INC operates 5 power units with 6 drivers on file. That makes them a small carrier.
Does TELS INC transport hazardous materials?
No. TELS INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is TELS INC located?
TELS INC is based in DEFIANCE, Ohio at 1701 BALTIMORE ROAD, 43512. Phone: (305) 356-8076.
What are TELS INC's out-of-service rates?
TELS INC's driver out-of-service rate is 3.8%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Below average, which is a good sign. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 27.3% (national average: 20.72%). Above average, which may point to vehicle maintenance gaps.