PREFERRED TRANSPORT SERVICE
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
3700943
MC Number
1294916
Fleet Size
1
Total Drivers
1
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
PREFERRED TRANSPORT SERVICE is a small interstate motor carrier based in HELENA, Montana, operating 1 power unit with 1 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 25.0% runs above the national average of 5.51%. They have 1 crash on file. FMCSA records show 6 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 Montana is 9.1% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 31.3% across 8,842 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
6
Total
44%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
UNITED FINANCIAL CASUALTY COMPANY — eff. Jul 31, 2025
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Source: Legacy FMCSA. Verify current filings directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
Crash history
1
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is PREFERRED TRANSPORT SERVICE authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for PREFERRED TRANSPORT SERVICE (USDOT #3700943) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is PREFERRED TRANSPORT SERVICE's safety record?
PREFERRED TRANSPORT SERVICE has 6 inspections on file and 1 crash 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 PREFERRED TRANSPORT SERVICE operate?
PREFERRED TRANSPORT SERVICE operates 1 power unit with 1 driver on file. That makes them a small carrier.
Does PREFERRED TRANSPORT SERVICE transport hazardous materials?
No. PREFERRED TRANSPORT SERVICE does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is PREFERRED TRANSPORT SERVICE located?
PREFERRED TRANSPORT SERVICE is based in HELENA, Montana at 3612B US 12, 59601. Phone: (951) 675-7485.
What are PREFERRED TRANSPORT SERVICE's out-of-service rates?
PREFERRED TRANSPORT SERVICE's driver out-of-service rate is 25.0%, 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 0.0% (national average: 20.72%). Below average, suggesting the fleet is well-maintained.