HOWELL'S MOTOR FREIGHT INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
84329
MC Number
116886
Fleet Size
1
Total Drivers
1
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: August 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
HOWELL'S MOTOR FREIGHT INC is a small interstate motor carrier based in CLOVERDALE, Virginia, operating 1 power unit with 1 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 1.2% comes in under the 6.7% national average. They have 8 crashes on file (5 with injuries). FMCSA records show 83 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 Virginia is 15.2% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 28.9% across 24,865 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
83
Total
72%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Aug 1, 2026
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Source: FMCSA Motus. Imported Aug 4, 2026. Verify current filings directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
Crash history
8
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is HOWELL'S MOTOR FREIGHT INC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for HOWELL'S MOTOR FREIGHT INC (USDOT #84329) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is HOWELL'S MOTOR FREIGHT INC's safety record?
HOWELL'S MOTOR FREIGHT INC has 83 inspections in CarrierOwl's current imported snapshot and 8 matching crashes. They do not show a formal FMCSA safety rating in CarrierOwl's current data. A zero result is limited to the dataset and snapshot window. Verify current BASIC percentiles and crash information directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
How many trucks does HOWELL'S MOTOR FREIGHT INC operate?
HOWELL'S MOTOR FREIGHT INC operates 1 power unit with 1 driver on file. That makes them a small carrier.
Does HOWELL'S MOTOR FREIGHT INC transport hazardous materials?
No. HOWELL'S MOTOR FREIGHT INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is HOWELL'S MOTOR FREIGHT INC located?
HOWELL'S MOTOR FREIGHT INC is based in CLOVERDALE, Virginia at 51 SIMMONS DRIVE, 24077-3131. Phone: (540) 591-3205.
What are HOWELL'S MOTOR FREIGHT INC's out-of-service rates?
HOWELL'S MOTOR FREIGHT INC's driver out-of-service rate is 1.2%, compared with the 6.7% reference shown by FMCSA SMS when checked August 4, 2026. Interpret the difference with inspection volume and verify the current FMCSA record. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 25.0%, compared with the 23.4% reference shown by FMCSA SMS when checked August 4, 2026.