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Carrier profile · USDOT 2948066 · MC999496 · Data as of Oct 7, 2026

Garrett Nickel

DBA Hardtimes Trucking · Ashland, IL · Interstate for-hire carrier · Since 2016
Authority active$750K BIPD on fileNot rated by FMCSANo hazmat
Cargo carriedGeneral FreightMetal: Sheets, Coils, RollsLogs, Poles, Beams, LumberBuilding MaterialsMachinery, Large ObjectsOilfield Equipment+4 more
View on FMCSA SAFERCall (217) 473-9751
1
Power units
1
Drivers
0
Inspections · 24 mo
0
Crashes · 24 mo
15K
Annual miles
9 yr
Registered
95
/ 100
Clear to load

Operating legally, with 2 flags to weigh

Authority and insurance are in order. MCS-150 not updated in over 2 years: FMCSA requires a biennial update. No roadside inspections in 24 months: Too little history to judge on-road safety.

How we scored it · 5 factors
Operating authority20/20
Insurance20/20
Out-of-service rates20/20
Crashes & rating20/20
Continuity & identity15/20

Composite of public FMCSA authority, insurance, inspection and crash records weighted against the national fleet. Decision support, not an official FMCSA safety rating.

Safety

FMCSA inspections & crashes · 24 mo · AS OF OCT 7, 2026

No roadside inspections or reportable crashes in the last 24 months, and not rated by FMCSA.

Enforcement

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Authority & insurance

FMCSA L&I · AS OF OCT 7, 2026
Carrier
Active
Broker
None
Docket
MC999496
Revocation pending
No
Common Carrier (Property)

Coverage vs federal minimum

BIPD liability$750,000
$750K required minimum (49 CFR 387.9)
CargoNot required

Filings on record

  1. Jan 24, 2026Liability (BIPD) · Artisan & Truckers Casualty Company · $750,000

Equipment

SELF-REPORTED ON MCS-150
1
Power units
1
Trucks
1
Tractors owned
—
Trailers owned
1
Drivers
1
CDL drivers
Not registered for hazardous materials.

Operations & cargo

FMCSA CENSUS
InterstateAuthorized for HireExempt for Hire
Cargo carried
General FreightMetal: Sheets, Coils, RollsLogs, Poles, Beams, LumberBuilding MaterialsMachinery, Large ObjectsOilfield EquipmentLivestockGrain, Feed, HayAgricultural/Farm SuppliesConstruction
Annual mileage
15,000 mi (2024)

Identity & federal record

FMCSA census · MCS-150
USDOT
2948066
MC / docket
MC-999496
Legal name
Garrett Nickel
DBA
Hardtimes Trucking
Entity type
Carrier
Operation
Interstate
First registered
Nov 21, 2016
Last MCS-150
Jun 26, 2024
Safety rating
Not rated
Drivers (CDL)
1 (1)
Hazmat
No
Business type
—

Fraud & network signals

For review, not a verdict.

No prior revocation
FMCSA shows no link to a previously revoked authority.
Unique phone number
Not shared with any other active USDOT.
Unique email address
Not shared with any other active USDOT.
Unique street address
Not shared with any other active USDOT.

Frequently asked

What is Garrett Nickel's USDOT number?

Garrett Nickel's USDOT number is 2948066 and its docket number is MC999496.

Is Garrett Nickel authorized to operate?

Yes. FMCSA shows active carrier operating authority.

What is Garrett Nickel's safety record?

No roadside inspections or reportable crashes in the last 24 months. Not rated by FMCSA.

How big is Garrett Nickel's fleet?

1 power unit and 1 drivers per its MCS-150 filed Jun 26, 2024.

What insurance does Garrett Nickel carry?

$750,000 in BIPD liability coverage is on file with Artisan & Truckers Casualty Company.

Where is Garrett Nickel located?

Garrett Nickel is located at 2375 Gray Ln, Ashland, IL, 62612-8062. Phone: (217) 473-9751.

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