Fleet typeIdentity
Asset-based
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Carrier profile · USDOT 71961 · MC-145485 ·
Davis Cartage Co
50 power unitsavg 4.7 yrRegional · 3 statesCORUNNA, MI88/100
CARRIER ACTIVEMC-145485 ACTIVERATED SATISFACTORY
Observed fleet · trailing 24 mo daily
50Power units
21 observed · MCS-150
24Trailers seen
Decoded · vPIC
4.7Avg age (yr)
2008–2026 · vPIC
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Clear to load
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In good standing · 4
Active operating authorityActive for-hire authority is on file with FMCSA.Insurance on fileBIPD (liability) insurance is on file with FMCSA.Established 52 yearsOperating authority has been on file since 1974.Out-of-service rates below national averageBoth vehicle and driver OOS rates beat the national benchmark across 50 inspections.
Vektor intelligence · beyond the federal recordProprietary signals computed from VIN-decoded inspections & daily FMCSA snapshots
Fleet age vs peersNewer
4.7 yr
Model years 2008–2026 · peer benchmark unavailable.
Identity stabilityStable
52 yr unchanged
Same registration since 1974 — no chameleon / reincarnation signal.
Cross-border activity
No border inspections on record
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Safety and violations
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Verification summary
DAVIS CARTAGE CO (USDOT 71961) has a Vektor safety score of 88/100 and a Clear to load verdict, from the carrier's FMCSA record. FMCSA profile data as of Nov 3, 2026.
The carrier holds active common and contract for-hire operating authority per FMCSA L&I. FMCSA authority data as of Nov 4, 2026.
It has an active BIPD insurance filing with a $1,000,000 limit in force from NATIONAL INTERSTATE INS CO. OF HAWAII, INC. effective Dec 30, 2021 in FMCSA L&I's current snapshot. FMCSA insurance data as of Nov 3, 2026.
Its vehicle out-of-service rate was 13.3% over the last 24 months, versus the 22.26% CVSA national average, from FMCSA roadside-inspection data. FMCSA safety data as of Nov 4, 2026.
The carrier received 30 roadside inspections in the last 24 months — 15 vehicle-level and 30 driver-level — across 3 states, according to FMCSA roadside-inspection data. FMCSA operations data as of Nov 4, 2026.
The carrier has 5 reportable crashes in the last 24 months and 2 fatal crashes across the full FMCSA crash record available. FMCSA safety data as of Nov 4, 2026.
It reports 50 power units and 43 drivers in its most recent MCS-150 filing dated Oct 1, 2026. FMCSA identity data as of Nov 4, 2026.
It has an FMCSA safety rating of Satisfactory assigned Nov 5, 2002 in the federal record. FMCSA identity data as of Nov 4, 2026.
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Frequently asked
What is DAVIS CARTAGE CO's USDOT number?
DAVIS CARTAGE CO's USDOT number is 71961, and its motor carrier number is MC-145485.
Is DAVIS CARTAGE CO authorized to operate?
FMCSA authority data as of Nov 4, 2026. DAVIS CARTAGE CO is active in the FMCSA register with common, contract, broker operating authority on file.
What is DAVIS CARTAGE CO's safety record?
DAVIS CARTAGE CO has a 13.3% vehicle out-of-service rate (national average 22.26%) across 50 roadside inspections, with 5 reportable crashes in the last 24 months, and an FMCSA "Satisfactory" safety rating. Vektor's computed risk score is 88/100 (tier: clear).
How big is DAVIS CARTAGE CO's fleet?
DAVIS CARTAGE CO operates 50 power units and 43 drivers per its most recent MCS-150 filing.
Where is DAVIS CARTAGE CO based?
DAVIS CARTAGE CO is based in CORUNNA, MI, with roadside inspections recorded across 3 states.
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