PALMER TRUCKS INC
AUTHORIZEDDBA: PALMER LEASING GROUP
USDOT
457780
MC Number
N/A
Fleet Size
89
Total Drivers
89
Last updated: March 16, 2026
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Safety overview
PALMER TRUCKS INC is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, operating 89 power units with 89 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 0.0% comes in under the 5.51% national average. No crashes on file. FMCSA records show 9 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 Indiana is 11.8% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 29.9% across 44,656 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
9
Total
64%
Driver %
Insurance on file
No insurance records on file with FMCSA.
Crash history
0
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is PALMER TRUCKS INC authorized to operate?
Yes. PALMER TRUCKS INC (USDOT #457780) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is PALMER TRUCKS INC's safety record?
PALMER TRUCKS INC has 9 inspections on file and no 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 PALMER TRUCKS INC operate?
PALMER TRUCKS INC operates 89 power units with 89 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.
Does PALMER TRUCKS INC transport hazardous materials?
No. PALMER TRUCKS INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is PALMER TRUCKS INC located?
PALMER TRUCKS INC is based in INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana at 9704 E 30TH STREET, 46229. Phone: (317) 620-8421.
What are PALMER TRUCKS INC's out-of-service rates?
PALMER TRUCKS INC'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 0.0% (national average: 20.72%). Below average, suggesting the fleet is well-maintained.