STEVE TATE

AUTHORIZED

DBA: TATE'S SERVICE CENTER

7109 HIGHWAY 41, JASPER, TN, 37347|(423) 942-3622

USDOT

782001

MC Number

442157

Fleet Size

Total Drivers

Last updated: March 13, 2026

Safety overview

STEVE TATE is a small interstate motor carrier based in JASPER, Tennessee, operating 3 power units with 2 drivers. Their safety profile raises flags: 4 of 5 BASIC categories exceed the 75th percentile, which is where FMCSA considers stepping in. No crashes on file.

BASIC scores

SMS Percentiles

Higher percentile = worse performance relative to peers. Scores at or above 75% may trigger an FMCSA investigation.

⚠Unsafe Driving

76%

⏰HOS / Fatigue

78%

👤Driver Fitness

83%

⚗Controlled Substances

95%

🔧Vehicle Maintenance

62%

Company details

Entity Type: N/A
Carrier Operation: Interstate
Operation Classification: Authorized For Hire, Private (Property)
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

Total

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Driver %

Driver Inspections0

Vehicle Inspections0

Crash history

Total Crashes

Fatal Crashes0

Injury Crashes0

Tow Crashes0

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Frequently asked questions

Is STEVE TATE authorized to operate?

Yes. STEVE TATE (USDOT #782001) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.

What is STEVE TATE's safety record?

STEVE TATE 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 STEVE TATE operate?

STEVE TATE operates 3 power units with 2 drivers on file. That makes them a small carrier.

Does STEVE TATE transport hazardous materials?

No. STEVE TATE does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.

Where is STEVE TATE located?

STEVE TATE is based in JASPER, Tennessee at 7109 HIGHWAY 41, 37347. Phone: (423) 942-3622.