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The Fleet & Cargo tab tells you everything you need to know about how many drivers a carrier has, what they drive, and what they haul. These are the numbers that decide how much DOT-physical revenue a single carrier represents.
Fleet Summary #
Total Drivers
Combined CDL + non-CDL drivers from MCS-150. This is the number you multiply by your exam price to estimate revenue.
Total Power Units
Trucks, tractors, and buses combined. Indicates the scale of the carrier's fleet.
Utilization Ratio
Drivers ÷ power units. A ratio above 1.2 suggests the carrier is running multiple drivers per truck — a strong DOT-exam signal.
Fleet Size Category
A coded letter (A–I) from FMCSA that classifies the carrier's size band. See Fleet Size Categories in Category 9 for the full table.
Vehicle Breakdown #
Why owned vs. leased matters
A carrier that owns most of its equipment is more likely to be a stable, established business. A carrier with mostly leased equipment is often growing or running a leased-on owner-operator model.
Cargo Types & Special Operations #
HAZMAT
Carrier has hazardous-materials authority. Drivers need additional endorsements — a premium-physical opportunity.
Tanker
Liquid or liquefied-gas hauler. Often higher-paying freight; drivers tend to be experienced.
Passenger
Buses or vans. Drivers fall under the same DOT physical rules and often need certifications every year.
General Freight
The default cargo class. Most carriers without HAZMAT, tanker, or passenger flags fall here.
Carrier Operation Type #
Reading the Fleet for DOT-Exam Opportunity #
Quick rules of thumb
20+ drivers = high exam volume. 10–19 drivers = steady mid-size opportunity. 3–9 drivers = small but worthwhile. Utilization above 1.2 often signals an even larger 1099/owner-operator network that may not show in driver counts.
