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Carrier Profile · DOT 2897006

Peter Martens

DBA: Martens Trucking

For-Hire CommonInterstateKnox City, TX 79529
Updated 2026-05-29T12:34:25.215Z·By Sarah Chen, Lead Safety Analyst·Reviewed by James Rodriguez·Methodology v2.1

Peter Martens has operated for 10.0y with a fleet of 1 power units and 1 drivers under Common authority. The company has recorded 4 roadside inspections in its operating history.

Identity
Legal namePeter Martens
DBAMartens Trucking
DOT #2897006
MC #MC973799
CityKnox City
StateTexas
ZIP79529
Authority age10.0y
StatusActive
Common authority✓ Authorized
Contract authorityNot authorized
Broker authorityNot authorized
OperationInterstate
HazmatNot authorized
MCS-150 filed06/17/2025
Company officerPeter Martens
FMCSA SAFER →FMCSA Safety Scores (SMS) →
Fleet size
1
Power units
Drivers
1
Total drivers
Inspections
4
On record
Crashes
0
On record
OOS Rate
25.0%
Above national avg (22.26%)

Source: FMCSA compliance records, Truck Graph analysis. View methodology

Location

13017 STATE HWY 6, Knox City, TX, 79529

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Inspection history

4 total inspections. OOS rate: 25.0%. Showing last 5.

DateStateLevelDriver OOSVehicle OOS
3/25/2025TX200
11/20/2025CO200
2/9/2026IA201
3/4/2025TX100

Source: FMCSA inspection records. View methodology

Crash history

0 crashes on record. Showing last 3.

No crash records found.

Source: FMCSA crash records. View methodology

Insurance status

Current insurance filing on record with FMCSA.

Status
Active
Insurer
PROGRESSIVE COUNTY MUTUAL
Coverage
$750,000
Effective
1/6/2024

Source: FMCSA insurance filings. View methodology

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Authority timeline

Key events in this carrier's operating authority history.

Authority Granted
Jun 2016
FMCSA issued operating authority
Active
Current
Authority currently active

Source: FMCSA authority records and revocation orders. View methodology

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Frequently asked

Peter Martens

Answers from verified compliance records.

Is Peter Martens authorized to operate?

Yes. Peter Martens holds Common operating authority and is currently active.

What is Peter Martens's safety record?

Peter Martens has 4 roadside inspections on record. Crash history shows 0 incidents. Review the full safety profile above before making a freight decision.

How many trucks does Peter Martens operate?

Peter Martens operates 1 power units with approximately 1 drivers.

Is Peter Martens insured?

Peter Martens has active insurance coverage on file. Coverage amount and carrier details are shown in the insurance section above.

Has Peter Martens had any risk indicators?

No risk indicators have been detected for Peter Martens as of the most recent data sync.

What is the DOT number for Peter Martens?

Peter Martens's DOT number is 2897006 and MC number is MC973799. These identifiers are assigned by the FMCSA and can be used to look up this carrier in official compliance databases.

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Sarah Chen
Lead Safety Analyst · 12 years freight intelligence
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