BOOKS A MILLION
AUTHORIZEDDBA: AMERICAN WHOLESALE BOOK COMPANY
USDOT
301860
MC Number
N/A
Fleet Size
19
Total Drivers
32
Last updated: March 16, 2026
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Safety overview
BOOKS A MILLION is a small interstate motor carrier based in FLORENCE, Alabama, operating 19 power units with 32 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 10.0% runs above the national average of 5.51%. They have 3 crashes on file. FMCSA records show 30 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 Alabama is 11.3% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 29.3% across 33,555 carriers.
Company details
- Entity Type
- N/A
- Carrier Operation
- Interstate
- Operation Classification
- Private (Property)
- Cargo Carried
- N
- Hazmat
- No
- Safety Rating Date
- N/A
Inspections
30
Total
67%
Driver %
Insurance on file
No insurance records on file with FMCSA.
Crash history
3
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is BOOKS A MILLION authorized to operate?
Yes. BOOKS A MILLION (USDOT #301860) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is BOOKS A MILLION's safety record?
BOOKS A MILLION has 30 inspections on file and 3 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 BOOKS A MILLION operate?
BOOKS A MILLION operates 19 power units with 32 drivers on file. That makes them a small carrier.
Does BOOKS A MILLION transport hazardous materials?
No. BOOKS A MILLION does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is BOOKS A MILLION located?
BOOKS A MILLION is based in FLORENCE, Alabama at 4350 BRYSON BLVD, 35630. Phone: (256) 718-8356.
What are BOOKS A MILLION's out-of-service rates?
BOOKS A MILLION's driver out-of-service rate is 10.0%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Higher than average, which could point to driver compliance issues. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 26.7% (national average: 20.72%). Above average, which may point to vehicle maintenance gaps.