JOSEPH HAWKINSON AND MEREDITH TAYLOR
AUTHORIZEDDBA: LOADEDLOGISTICS
USDOT
4395406
MC Number
1724734
Fleet Size
3
Total Drivers
4
Last updated: March 16, 2026
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Safety overview
JOSEPH HAWKINSON AND MEREDITH TAYLOR is a small interstate motor carrier based in MATTHEWS, North Carolina, operating 3 power units with 4 drivers. 2 of their 5 BASIC scores sit above the 75th percentile intervention threshold. The rest fall within acceptable ranges. Their driver out-of-service rate of 0.0% comes in under the 5.51% national average. No crashes on file. FMCSA records show 1 inspection for this carrier.
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BASIC scores
SMS PercentilesHigher percentile = worse performance relative to peers. Scores at or above 75% may trigger an FMCSA investigation.
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 12.9% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 30.1% across 50,491 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
What are BASIC scores?
FMCSA tracks carrier performance through its Safety Measurement System (SMS), which scores carriers across six categories called BASICs. Each score is a percentile from 0 to 100, based on inspection and crash data from the past 24 months.
A score of 65 means the carrier performed worse than 65% of its peers. Anything above 75% can trigger FMCSA alerts or investigations. Brokers vetting new carriers should pay attention to scores above 50%.
- Unsafe driving
- Speeding, reckless driving, improper lane changes, seatbelt violations. All based on what officers find during roadside inspections.
- HOS / Fatigue
- Hours-of-service violations, logbook problems, driving past the allowed limits. Fatigued driving is one of the top causes of truck crashes in the US.
- Driver fitness
- Licensing problems, expired medical certificates, and other driver qualification issues.
- Controlled substances
- Drug and alcohol testing violations, possession, or impairment.
- Vehicle maintenance
- Brake problems, tire issues, lighting defects, load securement failures. Caught during the vehicle portion of roadside inspections.
- Crash indicator
- Based on crash history from state-reported data. Higher percentile means more crashes relative to the carrier's size and mileage.
Inspections
1
Total
50%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
CANAL INSURANCE CO. — eff. May 19, 2025
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Crash history
0
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is JOSEPH HAWKINSON AND MEREDITH TAYLOR authorized to operate?
Yes. JOSEPH HAWKINSON AND MEREDITH TAYLOR (USDOT #4395406) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is JOSEPH HAWKINSON AND MEREDITH TAYLOR's safety record?
JOSEPH HAWKINSON AND MEREDITH TAYLOR has 2 BASIC scores above the 75th percentile, which is where FMCSA may look into a carrier. Brokers should weigh these scores alongside the inspection history and crash data before making a decision.
How many trucks does JOSEPH HAWKINSON AND MEREDITH TAYLOR operate?
JOSEPH HAWKINSON AND MEREDITH TAYLOR operates 3 power units with 4 drivers on file. That makes them a small carrier.
Does JOSEPH HAWKINSON AND MEREDITH TAYLOR transport hazardous materials?
No. JOSEPH HAWKINSON AND MEREDITH TAYLOR does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is JOSEPH HAWKINSON AND MEREDITH TAYLOR located?
JOSEPH HAWKINSON AND MEREDITH TAYLOR is based in MATTHEWS, North Carolina at 2015 MARGLYN DR, 28105. Phone: (704) 962-4987.
What are JOSEPH HAWKINSON AND MEREDITH TAYLOR's out-of-service rates?
JOSEPH HAWKINSON AND MEREDITH TAYLOR's driver out-of-service rate is 0.0%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Below average, which is a good sign. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 100.0% (national average: 20.72%). Above average, which may point to vehicle maintenance gaps.