PETROLEUM TRANSPORT COMPANY INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
284383
MC Number
184340
Fleet Size
195
Total Drivers
385
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
PETROLEUM TRANSPORT COMPANY INC is a large interstate motor carrier based in PILOT MOUNTAIN, North Carolina, operating 195 power units with 385 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 0.5% comes in under the 6.7% national average. They have 20 crashes on file (8 with injuries). FMCSA records show 738 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 North Carolina is 13.6% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 30.1% across 53,069 carriers.
Company details
- Entity Type
- N/A
- Carrier Operation
- Interstate
- Operation Classification
- Authorized For Hire
- Cargo Carried
- N
- Hazmat
- Yes
- Safety Rating Date
- N/A
Inspections
738
Total
52%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
Arch Insurance Company — eff. May 1, 2026
Cargo
The Hanover Insurance Company — eff. May 20, 2010
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Source: FMCSA Motus. Imported Aug 4, 2026. Verify current filings directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
Crash history
20
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is PETROLEUM TRANSPORT COMPANY INC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for PETROLEUM TRANSPORT COMPANY INC (USDOT #284383) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is PETROLEUM TRANSPORT COMPANY INC's safety record?
PETROLEUM TRANSPORT COMPANY INC has 738 inspections in CarrierOwl's current imported snapshot and 20 matching crashes. 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 PETROLEUM TRANSPORT COMPANY INC operate?
PETROLEUM TRANSPORT COMPANY INC operates 195 power units with 385 drivers on file. That puts them in the large carrier category by FMCSA standards.
Does PETROLEUM TRANSPORT COMPANY INC transport hazardous materials?
Yes. PETROLEUM TRANSPORT COMPANY INC is flagged for hazardous materials transportation with FMCSA. That means additional safety requirements and more frequent inspections.
Where is PETROLEUM TRANSPORT COMPANY INC located?
PETROLEUM TRANSPORT COMPANY INC is based in PILOT MOUNTAIN, North Carolina at 129 CARSON ST, 27041-7459. Phone: (133) 636-8897.
What are PETROLEUM TRANSPORT COMPANY INC's out-of-service rates?
PETROLEUM TRANSPORT COMPANY INC's driver out-of-service rate is 0.5%, 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 6.4%, 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.