SPECIALTY TRANSPORT INC
AUTHORIZEDDBA: A J METLER HAULING AND RIGGING
USDOT
904642
MC Number
N/A
Fleet Size
36
Total Drivers
32
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
SPECIALTY TRANSPORT INC is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in KNOXVILLE, Tennessee, operating 36 power units with 32 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. They have 1 crash on file. FMCSA records show 64 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
- Yes
- Safety Rating Date
- N/A
Inspections
64
Total
59%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
CHEROKEE INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Feb 1, 2026
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
CHEROKEE INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Oct 1, 2013
Trust Fund
Not on file
Source: FMCSA Motus. Imported Aug 2, 2026. Verify current filings directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
Crash history
1
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is SPECIALTY TRANSPORT INC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for SPECIALTY TRANSPORT INC (USDOT #904642) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is SPECIALTY TRANSPORT INC's safety record?
SPECIALTY TRANSPORT INC has 64 inspections on file and 1 crash 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 SPECIALTY TRANSPORT INC operate?
SPECIALTY TRANSPORT INC operates 36 power units with 32 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.
Does SPECIALTY TRANSPORT INC transport hazardous materials?
Yes. SPECIALTY TRANSPORT INC is flagged for hazardous materials transportation with FMCSA. That means additional safety requirements and more frequent inspections.
Where is SPECIALTY TRANSPORT INC located?
SPECIALTY TRANSPORT INC is based in KNOXVILLE, Tennessee at 2530 MITCHELL STREET, 37917. Phone: (865) 347-6953.
What are SPECIALTY TRANSPORT INC's out-of-service rates?
SPECIALTY TRANSPORT 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 4.4% (national average: 20.72%). Below average, suggesting the fleet is well-maintained.