ROBERT DON HINKLE & KENNETH W HINKLE
AUTHORIZEDDBA: HINKLE TRUCKING
USDOT
827535
MC Number
356596
Fleet Size
12
Total Drivers
10
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: July 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 DON HINKLE & KENNETH W HINKLE is a small interstate motor carrier based in PULASKI, Tennessee, operating 12 power units with 10 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 12 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 Tennessee is 11.8% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 32.0% across 24,230 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
12
Total
75%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Nov 10, 2013
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Source: FMCSA Motus. Imported Jul 22, 2026. Verify current filings directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
Crash history
0
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is ROBERT DON HINKLE & KENNETH W HINKLE authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for ROBERT DON HINKLE & KENNETH W HINKLE (USDOT #827535) 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 DON HINKLE & KENNETH W HINKLE's safety record?
ROBERT DON HINKLE & KENNETH W HINKLE has 12 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 ROBERT DON HINKLE & KENNETH W HINKLE operate?
ROBERT DON HINKLE & KENNETH W HINKLE operates 12 power units with 10 drivers on file. That makes them a small carrier.
Does ROBERT DON HINKLE & KENNETH W HINKLE transport hazardous materials?
No. ROBERT DON HINKLE & KENNETH W HINKLE does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is ROBERT DON HINKLE & KENNETH W HINKLE located?
ROBERT DON HINKLE & KENNETH W HINKLE is based in PULASKI, Tennessee at 850 SHADY LANE, 38478.
What are ROBERT DON HINKLE & KENNETH W HINKLE's out-of-service rates?
ROBERT DON HINKLE & KENNETH W HINKLE'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.