HILLS TRUCKING COMPANY

AUTHORIZED
7080 CARROLTON PIKE, GALAX, VA, 24333|(276) 236-3507

USDOT

259465

MC Number

183648

Fleet Size

49

Total Drivers

32

Last updated: March 16, 2026

Safety overview

HILLS TRUCKING COMPANY is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in GALAX, Virginia, operating 49 power units with 32 drivers. Their safety profile raises flags: 3 of 5 BASIC categories exceed the 75th percentile, which is where FMCSA considers stepping in. Their driver out-of-service rate of 2.9% comes in under the 5.51% national average. They have 4 crashes on file (1 fatal, 2 with injuries). FMCSA records show 34 inspections for this carrier.

BASIC scores

SMS Percentiles

Higher percentile = worse performance relative to peers. Scores at or above 75% may trigger an FMCSA investigation.

Unsafe Driving
84%
HOS / Fatigue
91%
👤Driver Fitness
20%
Controlled Substances
24%
🔧Vehicle Maintenance
77%

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.

Driver OOS rate2.9%
National average5.5%
Vehicle OOS rate35.7%
National average20.7%

For reference, the average driver OOS rate in Virginia is 14.2% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 28.8% across 23,409 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

What are BASIC scores?

FMCSA tracks carrier performance through its Safety Measurement System (SMS), which scores carriers across six categories called BASICs. Each score is a percentile from 0 to 100, based on inspection and crash data from the past 24 months.

A score of 65 means the carrier performed worse than 65% of its peers. Anything above 75% can trigger FMCSA alerts or investigations. Brokers vetting new carriers should pay attention to scores above 50%.

Unsafe driving
Speeding, reckless driving, improper lane changes, seatbelt violations. All based on what officers find during roadside inspections.
HOS / Fatigue
Hours-of-service violations, logbook problems, driving past the allowed limits. Fatigued driving is one of the top causes of truck crashes in the US.
Driver fitness
Licensing problems, expired medical certificates, and other driver qualification issues.
Controlled substances
Drug and alcohol testing violations, possession, or impairment.
Vehicle maintenance
Brake problems, tire issues, lighting defects, load securement failures. Caught during the vehicle portion of roadside inspections.
Crash indicator
Based on crash history from state-reported data. Higher percentile means more crashes relative to the carrier's size and mileage.

Inspections

34

Total

71%

Driver %

Driver Inspections34
Vehicle Inspections14
Driver OOS Rate2.9%
Vehicle OOS Rate35.7%

Insurance on file

Liability (BIPD)

CANAL INSURANCE CO. — eff. Dec 1, 2025

$750,000ACTIVE

Cargo

MARKEL AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Dec 1, 2010

On fileACTIVE

Surety Bond

Not on file

Trust Fund

Not on file

Crash history

4

Total Crashes

Fatal Crashes1
Injury Crashes2
Tow Crashes4

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Frequently asked questions

Is HILLS TRUCKING COMPANY authorized to operate?

Yes. HILLS TRUCKING COMPANY (USDOT #259465) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.

What is HILLS TRUCKING COMPANY's safety record?

HILLS TRUCKING COMPANY has 3 BASIC scores above the 75th percentile, which is where FMCSA may look into a carrier. Brokers should weigh these scores alongside the inspection history and crash data before making a decision.

How many trucks does HILLS TRUCKING COMPANY operate?

HILLS TRUCKING COMPANY operates 49 power units with 32 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.

Does HILLS TRUCKING COMPANY transport hazardous materials?

No. HILLS TRUCKING COMPANY does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.

Where is HILLS TRUCKING COMPANY located?

HILLS TRUCKING COMPANY is based in GALAX, Virginia at 7080 CARROLTON PIKE, 24333. Phone: (276) 236-3507.

What are HILLS TRUCKING COMPANY's out-of-service rates?

HILLS TRUCKING COMPANY's driver out-of-service rate is 2.9%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Below average, which is a good sign. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 35.7% (national average: 20.72%). Above average, which may point to vehicle maintenance gaps.