NICHOLS TRANSPORTATION COMPANY INC
AUTHORIZEDDBA: NICHOLS TRUCKING COMPANY
USDOT
3462097
MC Number
1130435
Fleet Size
72
Total Drivers
127
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: September 13, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.
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Safety overview
NICHOLS TRANSPORTATION COMPANY INC is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in TACOMA, Washington, operating 72 power units with 127 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 0.8% comes in under the 6.7% national average. They have 4 crashes on file. FMCSA records show 130 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.
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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 Washington is 7.7% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 33.1% across 49,821 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
130
Total
65%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
Sentry Select Insurance Company — eff. Oct 1, 2024
Cargo
Not on file
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
4
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is NICHOLS TRANSPORTATION COMPANY INC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for NICHOLS TRANSPORTATION COMPANY INC (USDOT #3462097) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is NICHOLS TRANSPORTATION COMPANY INC's safety record?
NICHOLS TRANSPORTATION COMPANY INC has 130 inspections in CarrierOwl's current imported snapshot and 4 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 NICHOLS TRANSPORTATION COMPANY INC operate?
NICHOLS TRANSPORTATION COMPANY INC operates 72 power units with 127 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.
Does NICHOLS TRANSPORTATION COMPANY INC transport hazardous materials?
No. NICHOLS TRANSPORTATION COMPANY INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is NICHOLS TRANSPORTATION COMPANY INC located?
NICHOLS TRANSPORTATION COMPANY INC is based in TACOMA, Washington at 424 E 19TH ST, 98421. Phone: (253) 272-8495.
What are NICHOLS TRANSPORTATION COMPANY INC's out-of-service rates?
NICHOLS TRANSPORTATION COMPANY INC's driver out-of-service rate is 0.8%, 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 33.3%, 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.