ROBERT L GAST INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
706981
MC Number
326661
Fleet Size
252
Total Drivers
252
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: August 23, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.
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Safety overview
ROBERT L GAST INC is a large interstate motor carrier based in MATTHEWS, North Carolina, operating 252 power units with 252 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 13.5% runs above the national average of 6.7%. They have 11 crashes on file (5 with injuries). FMCSA records show 451 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 North Carolina is 13.6% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 30.1% across 53,069 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
451
Total
68%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
Universal Casualty Risk Retention Group, Inc — eff. Jul 23, 2026
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
11
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is ROBERT L GAST INC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for ROBERT L GAST INC (USDOT #706981) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is ROBERT L GAST INC's safety record?
ROBERT L GAST INC has 451 inspections in CarrierOwl's current imported snapshot and 11 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 ROBERT L GAST INC operate?
ROBERT L GAST INC operates 252 power units with 252 drivers on file. That puts them in the large carrier category by FMCSA standards.
Does ROBERT L GAST INC transport hazardous materials?
No. ROBERT L GAST INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is ROBERT L GAST INC located?
ROBERT L GAST INC is based in MATTHEWS, North Carolina at 3700 GRIBBLE RD, 28104-8108. Phone: (163) 071-6160.
What are ROBERT L GAST INC's out-of-service rates?
ROBERT L GAST INC's driver out-of-service rate is 13.5%, 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 38.2%, 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.