MICHAEL R COLE
AUTHORIZEDDBA: MBC TRUCKING
USDOT
777129
MC Number
459672
Fleet Size
2
Total Drivers
5
Last updated: March 16, 2026
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Safety overview
MICHAEL R COLE is a small interstate motor carrier based in WHEATFIELD, Indiana, operating 2 power units with 5 drivers. Their safety profile raises flags: 4 of 5 BASIC categories exceed the 75th percentile, which is where FMCSA considers stepping in. They have 1 crash on file.
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BASIC scores
SMS PercentilesHigher percentile = worse performance relative to peers. Scores at or above 75% may trigger an FMCSA investigation.
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
0
Total
—
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
GEICO MARINE INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Sep 15, 2025
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Crash history
1
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is MICHAEL R COLE authorized to operate?
Yes. MICHAEL R COLE (USDOT #777129) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is MICHAEL R COLE's safety record?
MICHAEL R COLE has 4 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 MICHAEL R COLE operate?
MICHAEL R COLE operates 2 power units with 5 drivers on file. That makes them a small carrier.
Does MICHAEL R COLE transport hazardous materials?
No. MICHAEL R COLE does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is MICHAEL R COLE located?
MICHAEL R COLE is based in WHEATFIELD, Indiana at 165 E HOEHN STREET, 46392. Phone: (219) 208-9878.