J V GANDER DISTRIBUTORS INC

AUTHORIZED
319 WATER ST, APALACHICOLA, FL, 32320|(850) 653-8880

USDOT

829973

MC Number

N/A

Fleet Size

20

Total Drivers

16

FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: July 26, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.

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Safety overview

J V GANDER DISTRIBUTORS INC is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in APALACHICOLA, Florida, operating 20 power units with 16 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 2.6% comes in under the 5.51% national average. They have 2 crashes on file (1 with injuries). FMCSA records show 39 inspections for this carrier.

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BASIC scores

Under review

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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 rate2.6%
National average5.5%
Vehicle OOS rate0.0%
National average20.7%

For reference, the average driver OOS rate in Florida is 15.6% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 31.2% across 147,758 carriers.

Company details

Entity Type
N/A
Carrier Operation
Interstate
Operation Classification
Authorized For Hire, Private (Property)
Cargo Carried
N
Hazmat
Yes
Safety Rating Date
N/A

Inspections

39

Total

56%

Driver %

Driver Inspections39
Vehicle Inspections31
Driver OOS Rate2.6%
Vehicle OOS Rate0.0%

Insurance on file

No insurance records on file with FMCSA.

Crash history

2

Total Crashes

Fatal Crashes0
Injury Crashes1
Tow Crashes2

Frequently asked questions

Is J V GANDER DISTRIBUTORS INC authorized to operate?

CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for J V GANDER DISTRIBUTORS INC (USDOT #829973) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.

What is J V GANDER DISTRIBUTORS INC's safety record?

J V GANDER DISTRIBUTORS INC has 39 inspections on file and 2 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 J V GANDER DISTRIBUTORS INC operate?

J V GANDER DISTRIBUTORS INC operates 20 power units with 16 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.

Does J V GANDER DISTRIBUTORS INC transport hazardous materials?

Yes. J V GANDER DISTRIBUTORS INC is flagged for hazardous materials transportation with FMCSA. That means additional safety requirements and more frequent inspections.

Where is J V GANDER DISTRIBUTORS INC located?

J V GANDER DISTRIBUTORS INC is based in APALACHICOLA, Florida at 319 WATER ST, 32320. Phone: (850) 653-8880.

What are J V GANDER DISTRIBUTORS INC's out-of-service rates?

J V GANDER DISTRIBUTORS INC's driver out-of-service rate is 2.6%, 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.