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Carrier profile · USDOT 449018 · MC-209217 · Updated Jun 26, 2026
James E Owen Trucking Inc
DBA J E OWEN TRUCKING
59 power unitsavg 10.1 yrNational · 19 statesFOREST, VA88/100
CARRIER ACTIVEMC-209217 ACTIVERATED SATISFACTORY
Observed fleet · trailing 24 mo daily
59Power units
27 observed · MCS-150
35Trailers seen
Decoded · vPIC
10.1Avg age (yr)
2000–2023 · vPIC
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Load decision · FMCSA snapshot · Jun 26, 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 35 yearsOperating authority has been on file since 1991.Out-of-service rates below national averageBoth vehicle and driver OOS rates beat the national benchmark across 77 inspections.
USDOT registration3535 yr registered
Active for-hireInsurance (BIPD)$750K in force
FMCSA L&IVehicle OOS · 24-mo21.1%
▼ 22.26% nat'lCrashes · fatal44
3 in 24 moVektor intelligence · beyond the federal recordProprietary signals computed from VIN-decoded inspections & daily FMCSA snapshots
Fleet age vs peersTypical
10.1 yr
Model years 2000–2023 · peer benchmark unavailable.
Identity stabilityStable
35 yr unchanged
Same registration since 1991 — no chameleon / reincarnation signal.
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Verification summary
JAMES E OWEN TRUCKING INC (USDOT 449018) has a Vektor safety score of 88/100 and a Clear to load verdict, from the carrier's FMCSA record refreshed Jun 26, 2026.
The carrier holds active common and contract for-hire operating authority per FMCSA L&I as of Jun 26, 2026.
It has an active BIPD insurance filing with a $750,000 limit in force from NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY effective Oct 1, 2025 in FMCSA L&I's current snapshot as of Jun 26, 2026.
Its vehicle out-of-service rate was 21.1% over the last 24 months, versus the 22.26% CVSA national average, from FMCSA roadside-inspection data refreshed Jun 26, 2026.
The carrier received 43 roadside inspections in the last 24 months — 19 vehicle-level and 43 driver-level — across 19 states, according to FMCSA roadside-inspection data refreshed Jun 26, 2026.
The carrier has 3 reportable crashes in the last 24 months and 4 fatal crashes across the full FMCSA crash record available as of Jun 26, 2026.
It reports 59 power units and 39 drivers in its most recent MCS-150 filing dated Aug 22, 2025.
It has an FMCSA safety rating of Satisfactory assigned May 22, 2015 in the federal record refreshed Jun 26, 2026.
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Frequently asked
What is JAMES E OWEN TRUCKING INC's USDOT number?
JAMES E OWEN TRUCKING INC's USDOT number is 449018, and its motor carrier number is MC-209217.
Is JAMES E OWEN TRUCKING INC authorized to operate?
As of Jun 26, 2026, JAMES E OWEN TRUCKING INC is active in the FMCSA register with common, contract, broker operating authority on file.
What is JAMES E OWEN TRUCKING INC's safety record?
JAMES E OWEN TRUCKING INC has a 21.1% vehicle out-of-service rate (national average 22.26%) across 77 roadside inspections, with 3 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 JAMES E OWEN TRUCKING INC's fleet?
JAMES E OWEN TRUCKING INC operates 59 power units and 39 drivers per its most recent MCS-150 filing.
Where is JAMES E OWEN TRUCKING INC based?
JAMES E OWEN TRUCKING INC is based in FOREST, VA, with roadside inspections recorded across 19 states.
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