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Carrier profile · USDOT 185183 · MC-152406 · Updated Sep 6, 2026
J. S. Helwig & Son, L.l.c.
433 power unitsavg 4.7 yrNational · 36 statesTERRELL, TX88/100
CARRIER ACTIVEMC-152406 ACTIVERATED SATISFACTORYHAZMAT
Observed fleet · trailing 24 mo daily
433Power units
363 observed · MCS-150
467Trailers seen
Decoded · vPIC
4.7Avg age (yr)
1997–2026 · vPIC
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Load decision · FMCSA snapshot · Sep 6, 2026
Clear to load
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In good standing · 4
Active operating authorityActive for-hire authority is on file with FMCSA.Insurance on fileBIPD (liability) insurance is on file with FMCSA.Established 52 yearsOperating authority has been on file since 1974.Out-of-service rates below national averageBoth vehicle and driver OOS rates beat the national benchmark across 1286 inspections.
USDOT registration5252 yr registered
Active for-hireInsurance (BIPD)$1M in force
FMCSA L&IVehicle OOS · 24-mo20.6%
▼ 22.26% nat'lCrashes · fatal1515
46 in 24 moVektor intelligence · beyond the federal recordProprietary signals computed from VIN-decoded inspections & daily FMCSA snapshots
Fleet age vs peersNewer
4.7 yr
Model years 1997–2026 · peer benchmark unavailable.
Identity stabilityStable
52 yr unchanged
Same registration since 1974 — no chameleon / reincarnation signal.
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Verification summary
J. S. HELWIG & SON, L.L.C. (USDOT 185183) has a Vektor safety score of 88/100 and a Clear to load verdict, from the carrier's FMCSA record refreshed Sep 6, 2026.
The carrier holds active common and contract for-hire operating authority per FMCSA L&I as of Sep 6, 2026.
It has an active BIPD insurance filing with a $1,000,000 limit in force from GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. effective Nov 1, 2024 in FMCSA L&I's current snapshot as of Sep 6, 2026.
Its vehicle out-of-service rate was 20.6% over the last 24 months, versus the 22.26% CVSA national average, from FMCSA roadside-inspection data refreshed Sep 6, 2026.
The carrier received 816 roadside inspections in the last 24 months — 360 vehicle-level and 816 driver-level — across 36 states, according to FMCSA roadside-inspection data refreshed Sep 6, 2026.
The carrier has 46 reportable crashes in the last 24 months and 15 fatal crashes across the full FMCSA crash record available as of Sep 6, 2026.
It reports 433 power units and 376 drivers in its most recent MCS-150 filing dated Mar 31, 2026.
It has an FMCSA safety rating of Satisfactory assigned Dec 8, 2010 in the federal record refreshed Sep 6, 2026.
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Frequently asked
What is J. S. HELWIG & SON, L.L.C.'s USDOT number?
J. S. HELWIG & SON, L.L.C.'s USDOT number is 185183, and its motor carrier number is MC-152406.
Is J. S. HELWIG & SON, L.L.C. authorized to operate?
As of Sep 6, 2026, J. S. HELWIG & SON, L.L.C. is active in the FMCSA register with common, contract, broker operating authority on file.
What is J. S. HELWIG & SON, L.L.C.'s safety record?
J. S. HELWIG & SON, L.L.C. has a 20.6% vehicle out-of-service rate (national average 22.26%) across 1,286 roadside inspections, with 46 reportable crashes in the last 24 months, and an FMCSA "Satisfactory" safety rating. Vektor's computed risk score is 88/100 (tier: clear).
How big is J. S. HELWIG & SON, L.L.C.'s fleet?
J. S. HELWIG & SON, L.L.C. operates 433 power units and 376 drivers per its most recent MCS-150 filing.
Where is J. S. HELWIG & SON, L.L.C. based?
J. S. HELWIG & SON, L.L.C. is based in TERRELL, TX, with roadside inspections recorded across 36 states.
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