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Asset-based
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Carrier profile · USDOT 201734 · MC-157313 · Updated Jun 21, 2026
Kotaco Fuels Inc
DBA NICHELSON OIL
106 power unitsavg 11.6 yrMulti-region · 11 statesFARGO, ND88/100
CARRIER ACTIVEMC-157313 ACTIVERATED SATISFACTORYHAZMAT
Observed fleet · trailing 24 mo daily
106Power units
64 observed · MCS-150
55Trailers seen
Decoded · vPIC
11.6Avg age (yr)
1998–2026 · vPIC
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Load decision · FMCSA snapshot · Jun 21, 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 206 inspections.
USDOT registration5252 yr registered
Active for-hireInsurance (BIPD)$5M in force
FMCSA L&IVehicle OOS · 24-mo15.4%
▼ 22.26% nat'lCrashes · fatal11
4 in 24 moVektor intelligence · beyond the federal recordProprietary signals computed from VIN-decoded inspections & daily FMCSA snapshots
Fleet age vs peersTypical
11.6 yr
Model years 1998–2026 · peer benchmark unavailable.
Identity stabilityStable
52 yr unchanged
Same registration since 1974 — no chameleon / reincarnation signal.
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Verification summary
KOTACO FUELS INC (USDOT 201734) has a Vektor safety score of 88/100 and a Clear to load verdict, from the carrier's FMCSA record refreshed Jun 21, 2026.
The carrier holds active contract for-hire operating authority per FMCSA L&I as of Jun 21, 2026.
It has an active BIPD insurance filing with a $5,000,000 limit in force from FEDERATED MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. effective Mar 1, 2017 in FMCSA L&I's current snapshot as of Jun 21, 2026.
Its vehicle out-of-service rate was 15.4% over the last 24 months, versus the 22.26% CVSA national average, from FMCSA roadside-inspection data refreshed Jun 21, 2026.
The carrier received 120 roadside inspections in the last 24 months — 91 vehicle-level and 120 driver-level — across 11 states, according to FMCSA roadside-inspection data refreshed Jun 21, 2026.
The carrier has 4 reportable crashes in the last 24 months and 1 fatal crash across the full FMCSA crash record available as of Jun 21, 2026.
It reports 106 power units and 133 drivers in its most recent MCS-150 filing dated May 9, 2025.
It has an FMCSA safety rating of Satisfactory assigned Sep 15, 2005 in the federal record refreshed Jun 21, 2026.
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Frequently asked
What is KOTACO FUELS INC's USDOT number?
KOTACO FUELS INC's USDOT number is 201734, and its motor carrier number is MC-157313.
Is KOTACO FUELS INC authorized to operate?
As of Jun 21, 2026, KOTACO FUELS INC is active in the FMCSA register with common, contract, broker operating authority on file.
What is KOTACO FUELS INC's safety record?
KOTACO FUELS INC has a 15.4% vehicle out-of-service rate (national average 22.26%) across 206 roadside inspections, with 4 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 KOTACO FUELS INC's fleet?
KOTACO FUELS INC operates 106 power units and 133 drivers per its most recent MCS-150 filing.
Where is KOTACO FUELS INC based?
KOTACO FUELS INC is based in FARGO, ND, with roadside inspections recorded across 11 states.
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