Charles Taylor
DBA: A-1 SALES
1
Power Units
1
Drivers
Est. 2002 (23 yrs)
Authority Age
Not Rated
Safety Rating
Company Overview
CHARLES TAYLOR is an active carrier & broker registered with the FMCSA since November 2002. Based in PURYEAR, TN, They are classified as Interstate and operate interstate (within 100 miles). Their inferred equipment specialization is Car Hauler.
Equipment Analysis
Based on FMCSA cargo authorization flags and fleet composition data, Charles Taylor appears to operate the following equipment types:
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Fleet Breakdown
| Equipment | Owned | Term Leased | Trip Leased | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tractors | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Trailers | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Fleet Size Classification: 1 Truck
Authorized Cargo Types
Charles Taylor is authorized to transport the following 1 cargo type:
Operations Scope
CDL Drivers: 1
MCS-150 Mileage: 60,000 miles (2023)
Driver Information
1
Total Drivers
1
CDL Drivers
1
Interstate Drivers
Dispatch Services in TN
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Safety Performance
Below Average
Above average OOS rates
O Trucking Safety Grade
1
Inspections
24 months
7
Violations
Total found
2
Out of Service
Orders issued
Out-of-Service Rates vs National Average
✓ Better than national average (-7.0%)
✗ Worse than national average (+178.5%)
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/12/2025 | TN | Full | 7 | 2 |
Inspection data from FMCSA (24-month window). Updated daily. View full inspection history on FMCSA →
Violation Breakdown
Insurance & Bonding
BIPD
$750,000
UNIVERSAL UNDERWRITERS INSURANCE CO.
Cargo
Not on file
Bond
Not on file
| Type | Insurance Company | Form | Policy # | Coverage | Effective |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BIPD | UNIVERSAL UNDERWRITERS INSURANCE CO. | 91X | 343189 | $750,000 | 04/11/2015 |
View Insurance History (4 past records)
| Type | Company | Policy # | Effective | Cancelled | Method |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACADIA INSURANCE COMPANY | CNA4552649US | 04/11/2011 | 04/11/2015 | TERM/REPL | |
| AUTO OWNERS INSURANCE COMPANY | 96-962-963-00 | 04/11/2009 | 04/11/2011 | TERM/REPL | |
| AUTO OWNERS INSURANCE COMPANY | 03962963 | 04/11/2009 | 04/11/2011 | TERM/REPL | |
| ACADIA INSURANCE COMPANY | CNA4552649US | 04/11/2011 | 04/06/2020 | CANCEL |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What equipment does CHARLES TAYLOR operate?
Based on their FMCSA cargo classifications and fleet data, CHARLES TAYLOR is inferred to operate: Car Hauler.
Is CHARLES TAYLOR's authority currently active?
CHARLES TAYLOR currently holds active operating authority with the FMCSA.
How long has CHARLES TAYLOR been in business?
CHARLES TAYLOR has been registered with the FMCSA since November 2002, making their authority approximately 23 years, 5 months old.
Where is CHARLES TAYLOR located?
CHARLES TAYLOR is physically located at 8275 SHADY GROVE RD, PURYEAR, TN 38251.
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