T A X INC
USDOT 1675913 • 5767 SANDERLING DRIVE, SANTA TERESA, NM, 88008
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
Authority & Insurance
Operating authority, insurance filings, and BOC-3 status
Operating Authority
| Authority Type | Docket # | Status | Original Date | Final Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Common Carrier | MC-618689 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Aug 30, 2017 |
Active Insurance (2)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | A0088550001 | ON FILE | Sep 6, 2017 | Sep 6, 2020 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CARGO | GWP57359A | ON FILE | Sep 6, 2008 | Oct 30, 2013 |
Insurance History (5 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HUDSON INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | MBC10005101 | CANCELLED | Sep 6, 2016 | Sep 6, 2017 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WN132679 | CANCELLED | Sep 6, 2013 | Sep 6, 2016 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | GWP57359A | REPLACED | Sep 6, 2008 | Sep 6, 2013 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TN579610 | REPLACED | Sep 6, 2007 | Sep 6, 2008 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | TN579610 | REPLACED | Sep 6, 2007 | Sep 6, 2008 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/REPL | SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | A0088550001 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 6, 2020 | Sep 6, 2020 |
| CANCEL | HUDSON INSURANCE COMPANY | MBC10005101 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 6, 2017 | Sep 6, 2017 |
| CANCEL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WN132679 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 6, 2016 | Sep 6, 2016 |
| CANCEL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP57359A | CARGO | Oct 30, 2013 | Oct 30, 2013 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP57359A | BIPD/Primary | Sep 6, 2013 | Sep 6, 2013 |
| TERM/REPL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | TN579610 | CARGO | Sep 6, 2008 | Sep 6, 2008 |
| TERM/REPL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | TN579610 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 6, 2008 | Sep 6, 2008 |
Authority Action History (3 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC618689 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Aug 10, 2017 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Aug 30, 2017 |
| MC618689 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Aug 10, 2016 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Sep 1, 2016 |
| MC618689 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Sep 21, 2007 | — | 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
28 states • 155 inspections
Violation Summary (89 violations from latest 100 of 155 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 8 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS2 | Speeding 6-10 mph over limit | 7 | 0 | 5 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.32(b) | ELD - driver tamper/disable | 5 | 0 | 10 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS1 | Speeding 1-5 mph over limit | 4 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA1 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 3 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:383.23A2 | Operating a CMV without a CDL | 2 | 2 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2W | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.55E | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 2 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2 | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 2 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.3A2-HOSPD | HOS (Property) - Driving beyond the 14 hour after coming on duty following 10 consecutive hours off duty during the current 8 consecutive day period. Date and Tim | 2 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS3 | Speeding 11-14 mph over limit | 2 | 0 | 7 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.60(d) | Glazing/window obstructions | 2 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47(e) | Slack adjuster defective | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.201A | Frame - cracked/loose/broken | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.207B-AALPME | Frame cracked/broken/sagging | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.48A-BIBD | Inoperative/defective brakes | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2C | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:390.21TB2-DOT | 390.21TB2-DOT | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.55E-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.24D | ELD cannot transfer ELD records electronically | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.8F01 | Drivers record of duty status not current | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2RG | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.3A1 | Inspection repair and maintenance of parts and accessories | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55C2 | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9 | Inoperable Required Lamp | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9BRKLAMP | Inoperative Brake Lamps | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LTSI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LHWS | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-ALBV | Air Brake - Any leak from a brake valve | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8E1PC | HOS - False record of duty status driver improper use of Personal Conveyance - Not OOS | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.3A1-HOSPD | HOS (Property) - Driving more than 11 hours following 10 consecutive hours off duty during the current 8 consecutive day period. Date and Time | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.3AII | Driving beyond 8 hour driving limit since the end of the last on duty off duty or sleeper berth period of at least 30 consecutive minutes | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.30B1-ELDDFR | HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to review records and certify the accuracy of the information. | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.78 | Windshield condition defective | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.22H1 | Driver failing to maintain ELD user's manual | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSLI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75A3-TAOLTIS | Tires - All others leaking in tread area and inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire equipped with ATIS | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17C-PI | No proof of periodic inspection | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8A1-HOSP | HOS (Property) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed | 1 | 1 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.45DLUV | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.82A1 | Texting while driving | 1 | 0 | 10 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2LC | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.60D | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2FC | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.24(d) | ELD cannot transfer ELD records electronically | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.82(a)(1) | Texting while driving | 1 | 0 | 10 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.9(a)(3) | Drivers view and / or movement is obstructed | 1 | 0 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.53(b) | Steering system components worn | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 1 | 1 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.24(c)(2)(iii) | Driver failed to manually add shipping document number | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.30(b)(1) | Driver failed to certify the accuracy of the information gathered by the ELD | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.22(h)(1) | Driver failing to maintain ELD user's manual | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.22(h)(2) | Driver failing to maintain ELD instruction sheet | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.22(h)(3) | Driver failed to maintain instruction sheet for ELD malfunction reporting requirements | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.60(c) | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | 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 (155 inspections)
Showing 50 of 155
Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
Most frequent inspection stations
Violations by BASIC category
Recent Crashes
16 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (16 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 11, 2026 | OH | TOW | 0 | 0 | MONROE (TOWNSHIP OF) | IR 70 | ...175410 | T A X INC |
| Feb 8, 2026 | AZ | TOW | 0 | 0 | SALOME | I 10 at MP 46 | ...221861 | T A X INC |
| Jul 8, 2025 | OH | TOW | 0 | 0 | DEER CREEK (TOWNSHIP OF) | IR 70 | ...175407 | T A X INC |
| Mar 14, 2025 | IA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | I 80 W | ...375992 | T A X INC |
| Sep 4, 2024 | WI | TOW | 0 | 0 | FOND DU LAC | IH 041 SB | ...154385 | T A X INC |
| Feb 13, 2024 | VA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | I81 SB | ...154381 | T A X INC |
| Mar 1, 2023 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | UNINCORPORATED | RT 99/1mi S of RT 46 | ...374553 | T A X INC |
| Feb 17, 2023 | WI | TOW | 0 | 0 | WILSON | IH 043 SB | ...374555 | T A X INC |
| Sep 5, 2022 | OH | TOW | 0 | 0 | MAD RIVER (TOWNSHIP OF) | IR 70 | ...375992 | TAX INC, |
| Jun 22, 2022 | TN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | HIGHWAY 48 SOUTH | ...461958 | T A X INC |
| Jan 13, 2022 | FL | INJURY | 0 | 1 | BONIFAY | S WAUKESHA ST | ...374555 | T A X INC |
| Oct 7, 2021 | WI | TOW | 0 | 0 | ASHWAUBENON | CTH AAA SB | ...374554 | T A X INC |
| Aug 26, 2021 | TX | TOW | 0 | 0 | NOT LISTED | NOT REPORTED | ...479970 | T A X INC |
| Sep 7, 2020 | NM | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Apr 10, 2019 | KS | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 8, 2016 | TX | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
24 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records