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Carrier profile · USDOT 426141 · MC-236686 · Updated Jun 15, 2026
Howe Freightways Inc
40 power unitsavg 10.4 yrMulti-region · 9 statesROCKFORD, IL88/100
CARRIER ACTIVEMC-236686 ACTIVERATED SATISFACTORY
Observed fleet · trailing 24 mo daily
40Power units
26 observed · MCS-150
31Trailers seen
Decoded · vPIC
10.4Avg age (yr)
2001–2024 · vPIC
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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 36 yearsOperating authority has been on file since 1990.Out-of-service rates below national averageBoth vehicle and driver OOS rates beat the national benchmark across 74 inspections.
USDOT registration3535 yr registered
Active for-hireInsurance (BIPD)$1M in force
FMCSA L&IVehicle OOS · 24-mo16.7%
▼ 22.26% nat'lCrashes · fatal33
4 in 24 moVektor intelligence · beyond the federal recordProprietary signals computed from VIN-decoded inspections & daily FMCSA snapshots
Fleet age vs peersTypical
10.4 yr
Model years 2001–2024 · peer benchmark unavailable.
Identity stabilityStable
35 yr unchanged
Same registration since 1990 — no chameleon / reincarnation signal.
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Verification summary
HOWE FREIGHTWAYS INC (USDOT 426141) has a Vektor safety score of 88/100 and a Clear to load verdict, from the carrier's FMCSA record refreshed Jun 15, 2026.
The carrier holds active common and contract for-hire operating authority per FMCSA L&I as of Jun 15, 2026.
It has an active BIPD insurance filing with a $1,000,000 limit in force from GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. effective Oct 1, 2025 in FMCSA L&I's current snapshot as of Jun 15, 2026.
Its vehicle out-of-service rate was 16.7% over the last 24 months, versus the 22.26% CVSA national average, from FMCSA roadside-inspection data refreshed Jun 15, 2026.
The carrier received 47 roadside inspections in the last 24 months — 18 vehicle-level and 47 driver-level — across 9 states, according to FMCSA roadside-inspection data refreshed Jun 15, 2026.
The carrier has 4 reportable crashes in the last 24 months and 3 fatal crashes across the full FMCSA crash record available as of Jun 15, 2026.
It reports 40 power units and 40 drivers in its most recent MCS-150 filing dated Dec 9, 2025.
It has an FMCSA safety rating of Satisfactory assigned Oct 29, 2010 in the federal record refreshed Jun 15, 2026.
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Frequently asked
What is HOWE FREIGHTWAYS INC's USDOT number?
HOWE FREIGHTWAYS INC's USDOT number is 426141, and its motor carrier number is MC-236686.
Is HOWE FREIGHTWAYS INC authorized to operate?
As of Jun 15, 2026, HOWE FREIGHTWAYS INC is active in the FMCSA register with common, contract, broker operating authority on file.
What is HOWE FREIGHTWAYS INC's safety record?
HOWE FREIGHTWAYS INC has a 16.7% vehicle out-of-service rate (national average 22.26%) across 74 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 HOWE FREIGHTWAYS INC's fleet?
HOWE FREIGHTWAYS INC operates 40 power units and 40 drivers per its most recent MCS-150 filing.
Where is HOWE FREIGHTWAYS INC based?
HOWE FREIGHTWAYS INC is based in ROCKFORD, IL, with roadside inspections recorded across 9 states.
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