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Asset-based
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Carrier profile · USDOT 2912964 · MC-981678 · Updated Jul 3, 2026
Michael J Matthews Trucking Inc
16 power unitsavg 19 yrRegional · 3 statesBROOKLAND, AR100/100
CARRIER ACTIVEMC-981678 ACTIVE
Observed fleet · trailing 24 mo daily
16Power units
8 observed · MCS-150
5Trailers seen
Decoded · vPIC
19.0Avg age (yr)
1999–2024 · vPIC
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Load decision · FMCSA snapshot · Jul 3, 2026
Clear to load
Active authority and a clean federal record. No blocking issues found.
Watch · 0
Nothing flagged.
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 10 yearsOperating authority has been on file since 2016.Out-of-service rates below national averageBoth vehicle and driver OOS rates beat the national benchmark across 54 inspections.
USDOT registration1010 yr registered
Active for-hireInsurance (BIPD)$1M in force
FMCSA L&IVehicle OOS · 24-mo13.3%
▼ 22.26% nat'lCrashes · fatal11
Clean · 24 moVektor intelligence · beyond the federal recordProprietary signals computed from VIN-decoded inspections & daily FMCSA snapshots
Fleet age vs peersOlder
19 yr
Model years 1999–2024 · peer benchmark unavailable.
Identity stabilityStable
10 yr unchanged
Same registration since 2016 — no chameleon / reincarnation signal.
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Verification summary
MICHAEL J MATTHEWS TRUCKING INC (USDOT 2912964) has a Vektor safety score of 100/100 and a Clear to load verdict, from the carrier's FMCSA record refreshed Jul 3, 2026.
The carrier holds active common for-hire operating authority per FMCSA L&I as of Jul 3, 2026.
It has an active BIPD insurance filing with a $1,000,000 limit in force from PROGRESSIVE NORTHWESTERN INS. CO. effective Oct 8, 2025 in FMCSA L&I's current snapshot as of Jul 3, 2026.
Its vehicle out-of-service rate was 13.3% over the last 24 months, versus the 22.26% CVSA national average, from FMCSA roadside-inspection data refreshed Jul 3, 2026.
The carrier received 31 roadside inspections in the last 24 months — 15 vehicle-level and 31 driver-level — across 3 states, according to FMCSA roadside-inspection data refreshed Jul 3, 2026.
The carrier has 0 reportable crashes in the last 24 months and 1 fatal crash across the full FMCSA crash record available as of Jul 3, 2026.
It reports 16 power units and 8 drivers in its most recent MCS-150 filing dated Nov 1, 2024.
It has no FMCSA-assigned safety rating in the federal record refreshed Jul 3, 2026.
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Frequently asked
What is MICHAEL J MATTHEWS TRUCKING INC's USDOT number?
MICHAEL J MATTHEWS TRUCKING INC's USDOT number is 2912964, and its motor carrier number is MC-981678.
Is MICHAEL J MATTHEWS TRUCKING INC authorized to operate?
As of Jul 3, 2026, MICHAEL J MATTHEWS TRUCKING INC is active in the FMCSA register with common, contract, broker operating authority on file.
What is MICHAEL J MATTHEWS TRUCKING INC's safety record?
MICHAEL J MATTHEWS TRUCKING INC has a 13.3% vehicle out-of-service rate (national average 22.26%) across 54 roadside inspections, with 0 reportable crashes in the last 24 months, and is not currently rated by FMCSA. Vektor's computed risk score is 100/100 (tier: clear).
How big is MICHAEL J MATTHEWS TRUCKING INC's fleet?
MICHAEL J MATTHEWS TRUCKING INC operates 16 power units and 8 drivers per its most recent MCS-150 filing.
Where is MICHAEL J MATTHEWS TRUCKING INC based?
MICHAEL J MATTHEWS TRUCKING INC is based in BROOKLAND, AR, with roadside inspections recorded across 3 states.
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