JOEL FRIES
USDOT 1072446 • DBA: TRACKER MANAGEMENT • 500 4TH AVENUE SW, NEW PRAGUE, MN, 56071
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
Authority & Insurance
Operating authority, insurance filings, and BOC-3 status
Operating Authority
Active Insurance (3)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GREAT AMERICAN ALLIANCE COMPANY | SURETY | 5700203 | ON FILE | Jul 7, 2024 | Jul 6, 2025 |
| MIDWEST FAMILY MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CPMN0560116451 | ON FILE | Oct 18, 2017 | Oct 18, 2017 |
| LANCER INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | CM0049910 | ON FILE | Aug 26, 2010 | Jan 18, 2012 |
Insurance History (38 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GRAY CASUALTY & SURETY COMPANY | SURETY | GSC0605110 | REPLACED | Jul 7, 2023 | Jul 7, 2024 |
| GRAY CASUALTY & SURETY COMPANY | SURETY | GSC0605110 | CANCELLED | Jul 7, 2023 | Jul 11, 2024 |
| HUDSON INSURANCE COMPANY | SURETY | 10138450 | CANCELLED | Jul 8, 2022 | Jul 8, 2023 |
| HUDSON INSURANCE COMPANY | SURETY | 10138450 | REPLACED | Jul 8, 2022 | Jul 7, 2023 |
| UNITED STATES FIRE INSURANCE CO. | SURETY | 615112224 | REPLACED | Apr 7, 2021 | Jul 8, 2022 |
| UNITED STATES FIRE INSURANCE CO. | SURETY | 615112224 | REPLACED | Apr 7, 2020 | Apr 7, 2021 |
| UNITED STATES FIRE INSURANCE CO. | SURETY | 615112224 | CANCELLED | Apr 7, 2020 | Jun 25, 2021 |
| HUDSON INSURANCE COMPANY | SURETY | 10070671 | CANCELLED | Apr 18, 2018 | Apr 8, 2019 |
| HUDSON INSURANCE COMPANY | SURETY | 10070671 | REPLACED | Apr 18, 2018 | Apr 8, 2018 |
| HUDSON INSURANCE COMPANY | SURETY | 10070671 | CANCELLED | Apr 8, 2018 | Apr 8, 2020 |
| HUDSON INSURANCE COMPANY | SURETY | 10070671 | REPLACED | Apr 8, 2018 | Apr 7, 2020 |
| HUDSON INSURANCE COMPANY | SURETY | 10070671 | REPLACED | Apr 8, 2018 | Apr 18, 2018 |
| GREAT AMERICAN INSURANCE CO. | SURETY | 1302489 | REPLACED | Apr 8, 2017 | Apr 8, 2018 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WN181702 | CANCELLED | Jul 27, 2016 | Nov 20, 2017 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WN181702 | REPLACED | Jul 27, 2016 | Oct 18, 2017 |
| U. S. SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | SURETY | 1001064817 | REPLACED | Apr 8, 2016 | Apr 8, 2017 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WN181702 | REPLACED | Oct 18, 2015 | Jul 27, 2016 |
| SPIRIT COMMERCIAL AUTO RR GROUP, INC | BIPD/Primary | CAC 00001-03446-14 | CANCELLED | Jul 12, 2015 | Oct 18, 2015 |
| NATIONAL LIABILITY & FIRE INS CO. | BIPD/Primary | 73TRS026056-02 | CANCELLED | Oct 18, 2014 | Nov 21, 2014 |
| NATIONAL LIABILITY & FIRE INS CO. | BIPD/Primary | 73TRS026056-02 | REPLACED | Oct 18, 2014 | Oct 18, 2014 |
| SPIRIT COMMERCIAL AUTO RR GROUP, INC | BIPD/Primary | CAC 00001-03446-14 | CANCELLED | Oct 18, 2014 | Jul 12, 2015 |
| NATIONAL LIABILITY & FIRE INS CO. | BIPD/Primary | 73TRS026056-01 | CANCELLED | Nov 27, 2013 | Oct 18, 2014 |
| NATIONAL LIABILITY & FIRE INS CO. | BIPD/Primary | 73TRS026056-01 | CANCELLED | Oct 18, 2013 | Dec 31, 2013 |
| NATIONAL LIABILITY & FIRE INS CO. | BIPD/Primary | 73TRS026056-01 | REPLACED | Oct 18, 2013 | Nov 27, 2013 |
| LANCER INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CM0049910 | CANCELLED | Jan 18, 2012 | Oct 18, 2013 |
| LANCER INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CM0049910 | CANCELLED | Aug 26, 2010 | Jan 18, 2012 |
| LANCER INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | CM0049910 | CANCELLED | Oct 18, 2009 | Aug 26, 2010 |
| LANCER INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CM0049910 | CANCELLED | Oct 18, 2009 | Aug 26, 2010 |
| SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | CT778050-8007-071 | REPLACED | Oct 18, 2007 | Oct 18, 2009 |
| SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CT778050-8007-071 | REPLACED | Oct 18, 2007 | Oct 18, 2009 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | TN480390 | CANCELLED | Aug 18, 2006 | Oct 18, 2007 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TN480390 | CANCELLED | Aug 18, 2006 | Oct 18, 2007 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | TN480390 | CANCELLED | Mar 6, 2006 | Aug 18, 2006 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TN480390 | CANCELLED | Mar 6, 2006 | Aug 18, 2006 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TN480390 | CANCELLED | Oct 18, 2005 | Mar 6, 2006 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | TN480390 | CANCELLED | Oct 18, 2005 | Mar 6, 2006 |
| TRANSGUARD INSURANCE COMPANY OF AMERICA INC. | BIPD/Primary | TCP201479 | CANCELLED | May 23, 2005 | Oct 18, 2005 |
| TRANSGUARD INSURANCE COMPANY OF AMERICA INC. | CARGO | TCP201479 | CANCELLED | May 23, 2005 | Oct 18, 2005 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CANCEL | GREAT AMERICAN ALLIANCE COMPANY | 5700203 | SURETY | Jul 6, 2025 | Jul 6, 2025 |
| TERM/CANCL | GRAY CASUALTY & SURETY COMPANY | GSC0605110 | SURETY | Jul 11, 2024 | Jul 11, 2024 |
| TERM/REPL | GRAY CASUALTY & SURETY COMPANY | GSC0605110 | SURETY | Jul 7, 2024 | Jul 7, 2024 |
| TERM/CANCL | HUDSON INSURANCE COMPANY | 10138450 | SURETY | Jul 8, 2023 | Jul 8, 2023 |
| TERM/REPL | HUDSON INSURANCE COMPANY | 10138450 | SURETY | Jul 7, 2023 | Jul 7, 2023 |
| TERM/REPL | UNITED STATES FIRE INSURANCE CO. | 615112224 | SURETY | Jul 8, 2022 | Jul 8, 2022 |
| TERM/CANCL | UNITED STATES FIRE INSURANCE CO. | 615112224 | SURETY | Jun 25, 2021 | Jun 25, 2021 |
| TERM/REPL | UNITED STATES FIRE INSURANCE CO. | 615112224 | SURETY | Apr 7, 2021 | Apr 7, 2021 |
| TERM/CANCL | HUDSON INSURANCE COMPANY | 10070671 | SURETY | Apr 8, 2020 | Apr 8, 2020 |
| TERM/REPL | HUDSON INSURANCE COMPANY | 10070671 | SURETY | Apr 7, 2020 | Apr 7, 2020 |
| TERM/CANCL | HUDSON INSURANCE COMPANY | 10070671 | SURETY | Apr 8, 2019 | Apr 8, 2019 |
| TERM/REPL | HUDSON INSURANCE COMPANY | 10070671 | SURETY | Apr 18, 2018 | Apr 18, 2018 |
| TERM/REPL | HUDSON INSURANCE COMPANY | 10070671 | SURETY | Apr 8, 2018 | Apr 8, 2018 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT AMERICAN INSURANCE CO. | 1302489 | SURETY | Apr 8, 2018 | Apr 8, 2018 |
| TERM/CANCL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WN181702 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 20, 2017 | Nov 20, 2017 |
| TERM/REPL | MIDWEST FAMILY MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | CPMN0560116451 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 18, 2017 | Oct 18, 2017 |
| TERM/REPL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WN181702 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 18, 2017 | Oct 18, 2017 |
| TERM/REPL | U. S. SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | 1001064817 | SURETY | Apr 8, 2017 | Apr 8, 2017 |
| TERM/REPL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WN181702 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 27, 2016 | Jul 27, 2016 |
| CANCEL | SPIRIT COMMERCIAL AUTO RR GROUP, INC | CAC 00001-03446-14 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 18, 2015 | Oct 18, 2015 |
| CANCEL | SPIRIT COMMERCIAL AUTO RR GROUP, INC | CAC 00001-03446-14 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 12, 2015 | Jul 12, 2015 |
| TERM/CANCL | NATIONAL LIABILITY & FIRE INS CO. | 73TRS026056-02 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 21, 2014 | Nov 21, 2014 |
| CANCEL | NATIONAL LIABILITY & FIRE INS CO. | 73TRS026056-01 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 18, 2014 | Oct 18, 2014 |
| TERM/REPL | NATIONAL LIABILITY & FIRE INS CO. | 73TRS026056-02 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 18, 2014 | Oct 18, 2014 |
| TERM/CANCL | NATIONAL LIABILITY & FIRE INS CO. | 73TRS026056-01 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 31, 2013 | Dec 31, 2013 |
| TERM/REPL | NATIONAL LIABILITY & FIRE INS CO. | 73TRS026056-01 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 27, 2013 | Nov 27, 2013 |
| CANCEL | LANCER INSURANCE COMPANY | CM0049910 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 18, 2013 | Oct 18, 2013 |
| CANCEL | LANCER INSURANCE COMPANY | CM0049910 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 18, 2012 | Jan 18, 2012 |
| CANCEL | LANCER INSURANCE COMPANY | CM0049910 | CARGO | Jan 18, 2012 | Jan 18, 2012 |
| CANCEL | LANCER INSURANCE COMPANY | CM0049910 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 26, 2010 | Aug 26, 2010 |
| CANCEL | LANCER INSURANCE COMPANY | CM0049910 | CARGO | Aug 26, 2010 | Aug 26, 2010 |
| TERM/REPL | SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | CT778050-8007-071 | CARGO | Oct 18, 2009 | Oct 18, 2009 |
| TERM/REPL | SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | CT778050-8007-071 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 18, 2009 | Oct 18, 2009 |
| CANCEL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | TN480390 | CARGO | Oct 18, 2007 | Oct 18, 2007 |
| CANCEL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | TN480390 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 18, 2007 | Oct 18, 2007 |
| CANCEL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | TN480390 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 18, 2006 | Aug 18, 2006 |
| CANCEL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | TN480390 | CARGO | Aug 18, 2006 | Aug 18, 2006 |
| CANCEL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | TN480390 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 6, 2006 | Mar 6, 2006 |
| CANCEL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | TN480390 | CARGO | Mar 6, 2006 | Mar 6, 2006 |
| CANCEL | TRANSGUARD INSURANCE COMPANY OF AMERICA INC. | TCP201479 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 18, 2005 | Oct 18, 2005 |
| CANCEL | TRANSGUARD INSURANCE COMPANY OF AMERICA INC. | TCP201479 | CARGO | Oct 18, 2005 | Oct 18, 2005 |
Authority Action History (18 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC967039 | BROKER | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jun 9, 2025 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jun 23, 2025 |
| MC967039 | BROKER | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jun 14, 2024 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jul 5, 2024 |
| MC967039 | BROKER | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jun 1, 2021 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jun 9, 2021 |
| MC967039 | BROKER | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Mar 12, 2020 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Mar 24, 2020 |
| MC967039 | BROKER | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Mar 12, 2019 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Mar 27, 2019 |
| MC524146 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 19, 2017 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 25, 2017 |
| MC967039 | PROPERTY BROKER | GRANTED | May 12, 2016 | — | Unknown |
| MC524146 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Sep 21, 2015 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 19, 2015 |
| MC524146 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jun 15, 2015 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jul 17, 2015 |
| MC524146 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Sep 22, 2014 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 15, 2014 |
| MC524146 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Sep 23, 2013 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 18, 2013 |
| MC524146 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Dec 22, 2011 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 19, 2012 |
| MC524146 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jul 30, 2010 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Aug 26, 2010 |
| MC524146 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Sep 21, 2007 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 19, 2007 |
| MC524146 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jul 24, 2006 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jul 27, 2006 |
| MC524146 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Feb 7, 2006 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Feb 17, 2006 |
| MC524146 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Sep 21, 2005 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 19, 2005 |
| MC524146 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Jun 8, 2005 | — | Unknown |
Safety & Inspections
SMS BASIC scores, inspection history, and out-of-service rates
SMS BASIC Scores
Higher percentile = worse safety performance relative to peers. Scores at or above 75% trigger FMCSA alerts.
Inspection Activity (24 months)
Monthly inspection counts with OOS months highlighted. Hover bars for details.
Inspection Activity Map
16 states • 42 inspections
Violation Summary (51 violations from 42 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 9 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.24 | HOS (ELD) - ELD Form and Manner | 4 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.16(a) | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 3 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LHLI | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9 | Inoperable Required Lamp | 2 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.48A-BIBD | Inoperative/defective brakes | 2 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.43D-BIPBS | Brake - relay emergency valve | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.7A-UOC | Unsafe operations - general | 1 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.16-D | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.45DLUV | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2RG | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.100B-C | Cargo securement - aggregate working load | 1 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8E-HOSPD | False record of duty status | 1 | 0 | 10 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.45B2 | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45D-B | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:390.21TB1-MC | 390.21TB1-MC | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:390.21TB2-DOT | 390.21TB2-DOT | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:390.21TF | 390.21TF | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLIFTA | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.8F11 | 395.8F11 | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.86(b)(1) | Rear end protection (ICC bumper) missing/defective | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.201(b) | Bolts securing cab broken/loose/missing | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11(a)(1) | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60(d) | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:390.21T(b) | 390.21T(b) | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:390.21T(c) | 390.21T(c) | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.205A-WRDC | Wheel/rim defective | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.24(d) | ELD cannot transfer ELD records electronically | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.9A-HLLH | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.48A-BMBCBD | Inoperative/defective brakes | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LFTSI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-BOS | BRAKES OUT OF SERVICE: The number of defective brakes is equal to or greater than 20 percent of the service brakes on the vehicle or combination | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
Peer Context
This carrier vs national averages. Lower is better for all metrics.
National averages: vehicle OOS 23.4%, driver OOS 6.7%, violations per inspection ~1.8. Based on FMCSA MCSAP program data.
Inspection History (42 inspections)
Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
Most frequent inspection stations
Violations by BASIC category
Recent Crashes
4 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (4 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 18, 2026 | MN | TOW | 0 | 0 | COURTLAND | RAMP44 | ...873695 | JOEL FRIES |
| Oct 18, 2023 | MN | INJURY | 0 | 3 | MINNEAPOLIS | 30th Ave N | ...466329 | TRACKER MANAGEMENT |
| Jun 23, 2021 | MN | TOW | 0 | 0 | SAND CREEK | USTH 169 | ...167762 | JOEL FRIES |
| Oct 30, 2012 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
47 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 47 events