CARMAN INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
262981
MC Number
186076
Fleet Size
45
Total Drivers
55
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: July 26, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.
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Safety overview
CARMAN INC is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in FORT SMITH, Arkansas, operating 45 power units with 55 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 2.6% comes in under the 5.51% national average. They have 4 crashes on file (2 with injuries). FMCSA records show 117 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 Arkansas is 10.6% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 33.3% across 10,210 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
117
Total
74%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
CHEROKEE INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Sep 1, 2025
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Source: FMCSA Motus. Imported Jul 31, 2026. Verify current filings directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
Crash history
4
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is CARMAN INC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for CARMAN INC (USDOT #262981) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is CARMAN INC's safety record?
CARMAN INC has 117 inspections on file and 4 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 CARMAN INC operate?
CARMAN INC operates 45 power units with 55 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.
Does CARMAN INC transport hazardous materials?
No. CARMAN INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is CARMAN INC located?
CARMAN INC is based in FORT SMITH, Arkansas at 6705 HIGHWAY 271 S, 72908.
What are CARMAN INC's out-of-service rates?
CARMAN INC's driver out-of-service rate is 2.6%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Below average, which is a good sign. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 12.2% (national average: 20.72%). Below average, suggesting the fleet is well-maintained.