NICHOLS ENTERPRISES INC

AUTHORIZED

DBA: CHARLTON OIL COMPANY

98 STURBRIDGE ROAD SUITE 200, CHARLTON, MA, 01507|(413) 245-1461

USDOT

802773

MC Number

782427

Fleet Size

34

Total Drivers

22

FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: August 2, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.

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Safety overview

NICHOLS ENTERPRISES INC is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in CHARLTON, Massachusetts, operating 34 power units with 22 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 8 inspections for this carrier.

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BASIC scores

Under review

CarrierOwl 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.

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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.

Driver OOS rate0.0%
National average5.5%
Vehicle OOS rate0.0%
National average20.7%

For reference, the average driver OOS rate in Massachusetts is 14.4% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 28.2% across 38,746 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

8

Total

89%

Driver %

Driver Inspections8
Vehicle Inspections1
Driver OOS Rate0.0%
Vehicle OOS Rate0.0%

Insurance on file

Liability (BIPD)

HANOVER INSURANCE CO. — eff. Mar 20, 2025

$4,000,000ACTIVE

Cargo

Not on file

Surety Bond

Not on file

Trust Fund

Not on file

Source: Legacy FMCSA. Verify current filings directly with FMCSA before relying on them.

Crash history

0

Total Crashes

Fatal Crashes0
Injury Crashes0
Tow Crashes0

Frequently asked questions

Is NICHOLS ENTERPRISES INC authorized to operate?

CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for NICHOLS ENTERPRISES INC (USDOT #802773) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.

What is NICHOLS ENTERPRISES INC's safety record?

NICHOLS ENTERPRISES INC has 8 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 NICHOLS ENTERPRISES INC operate?

NICHOLS ENTERPRISES INC operates 34 power units with 22 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.

Does NICHOLS ENTERPRISES INC transport hazardous materials?

No. NICHOLS ENTERPRISES INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.

Where is NICHOLS ENTERPRISES INC located?

NICHOLS ENTERPRISES INC is based in CHARLTON, Massachusetts at 98 STURBRIDGE ROAD SUITE 200, 01507. Phone: (413) 245-1461.

What are NICHOLS ENTERPRISES INC's out-of-service rates?

NICHOLS ENTERPRISES 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.