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Carrier profile · USDOT 952259 · Data as of Oct 7, 2026

James Novinger

DBA Novinger Farms · Collins, IA · Intrastate (Non-Hazmat) for-hire carrier · Since 2001
No MC authorityNot rated by FMCSANo hazmat
Cargo carriedLivestockGrain, Feed, Hay
View on FMCSA SAFERCall (641) 385-2498
2
Power units
2
Drivers
0
Inspections · 24 mo
0
Crashes · 24 mo
5,000
Annual miles
25 yr
Registered
95
/ 100
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MCS-150 not updated in over 2 years: FMCSA requires a biennial update.

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.

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Authority & insurance

FMCSA L&I · AS OF OCT 7, 2026

No operating authority (MC/FF docket) on file. Private and intrastate carriers don't need one; interstate for-hire carriers and brokers do.

Equipment

SELF-REPORTED ON MCS-150
2
Power units
2
Trucks
2
Tractors owned
—
Trailers owned
2
Drivers
2
CDL drivers
Not registered for hazardous materials.

Operations & cargo

FMCSA CENSUS
Intrastate (Non-Hazmat)Authorized for HireExempt for Hire
Cargo carried
LivestockGrain, Feed, Hay
Annual mileage
5,000 mi (2021)

Identity & federal record

FMCSA census · MCS-150
USDOT
952259
MC / docket
None
Legal name
James Novinger
DBA
Novinger Farms
Entity type
Carrier
Operation
Intrastate (Non-Hazmat)
First registered
May 7, 2001
Last MCS-150
Sep 8, 2022
Safety rating
Not rated
Drivers (CDL)
2 (2)
Hazmat
No
Business type
Individual

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 James Novinger's USDOT number?

James Novinger's USDOT number is 952259.

Is James Novinger authorized to operate?

It does not hold MC operating authority, which private and intrastate carriers do not need.

What is James Novinger's safety record?

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

How big is James Novinger's fleet?

2 power units and 2 drivers per its MCS-150 filed Sep 8, 2022.

Where is James Novinger located?

James Novinger is located at 33343 Highway 65 N, Collins, IA, 50055. Phone: (641) 385-2498.

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