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John N Thomas

Sheridan, IL

DOT# 2598012 | FMCSA since 2015 (11 yrs)
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Profile data updated Jan 27, 2026 from official FMCSA records

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Trust Score

Limited History

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1

Power Units

1

Drivers

FMCSA since 2015 (11 yrs)

Authority Age

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Safety Rating

Company Overview

JOHN N THOMAS is an active carrier & broker registered with the FMCSA since April 2015. Based in Sheridan, IL, they operate a fleet of 1 power unit. They are classified as Both Interstate & Intrastate and operate interstate (within 100 miles). Their inferred equipment specializations include Hopper / Grain and Power Only.

Equipment Analysis

Based on FMCSA cargo authorization flags and roadside-inspection vehicle records, John N Thomas operates the following equipment types:

Hopper / Grain Power Only

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Fleet Breakdown

Equipment Owned Term Leased Trip Leased Total
Tractors 1 0 0 1

Fleet Size Classification: 1 Truck

Authorized Cargo Types

John N Thomas is authorized to transport the following 1 cargo type:

Grain/Feed/Hay

Operations Scope

Interstate (within 100 miles)

MCS-150 Mileage: 1,005,212 miles (2025)

Driver Information

1

Total Drivers

1

Interstate Drivers

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Shares owners with 1 shut-down carrier
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Not on any U.S. sanctions list
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Licensed and authorized to operate
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No history of a revoked license
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Frequently Asked Questions

What equipment does JOHN N THOMAS operate?

Based on their FMCSA cargo classifications and fleet data, JOHN N THOMAS is inferred to operate: Hopper / Grain and Power Only.

Is JOHN N THOMAS's authority currently active?

JOHN N THOMAS currently holds active operating authority with the FMCSA.

How long has JOHN N THOMAS been in business?

JOHN N THOMAS has been registered with the FMCSA since April 2015, making their authority approximately 11 years, 3 months old.

Where is JOHN N THOMAS located?

JOHN N THOMAS is physically located at SHERIDAN, IL 60551.

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Limited History

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Limited FMCSA history — verify directly Active operating authority No reportable crashes (24 mo) Limited inspection history

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Other USDOT Registrations Sharing Officer Names (3)

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