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Carrier profile · USDOT 2533966 · MC-880891 · Updated Jun 13, 2026
HIGHLANDER TRANSPORTATION INC
115 power unitsavg 4.3 yrNational · 34 statesDES PLAINES, IL88/100
CARRIER ACTIVEMC-880891 ACTIVE
Observed fleet · trailing 24 mo daily
115Power units
100 observed · MCS-150
154Trailers seen
Decoded · vPIC
4.3Avg age (yr)
2005–2026 · vPIC
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Load decision · FMCSA snapshot · Jun 13, 2026
Clear to load
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Active operating authorityInsurance on fileFatal crash on record
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 12 yearsOperating authority has been on file since 2014.Out-of-service rates below national averageBoth vehicle and driver OOS rates beat the national benchmark across 418 inspections.
USDOT registration1111 yr registered
Active for-hireInsurance (BIPD)$750K in force
FMCSA L&IVehicle OOS · 24-mo18.1%
▼ 22.26% nat'lCrashes · fatal22
16 in 24 moVektor intelligence · beyond the federal recordProprietary signals computed from VIN-decoded inspections & daily FMCSA snapshots
Fleet age vs peersNewer
4.3 yr
Model years 2005–2026 · peer benchmark unavailable.
Identity stabilityStable
11 yr unchanged
Same registration since 2014 — no chameleon / reincarnation signal.
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Verification summary
HIGHLANDER TRANSPORTATION INC (USDOT 2533966) has a Vektor safety score of 88/100 and a Clear to load verdict, from the carrier's FMCSA record refreshed Jun 13, 2026.
The carrier holds active common and contract for-hire operating authority per FMCSA L&I as of Jun 13, 2026.
It has an active BIPD insurance filing with a $750,000 limit in force from CAROLINA CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. effective May 8, 2024 in FMCSA L&I's current snapshot as of Jun 13, 2026.
Its vehicle out-of-service rate was 18.1% over the last 24 months, versus the 22.26% CVSA national average, from FMCSA roadside-inspection data refreshed Jun 13, 2026.
The carrier received 320 roadside inspections in the last 24 months — 160 vehicle-level and 314 driver-level — across 34 states, according to FMCSA roadside-inspection data refreshed Jun 13, 2026.
The carrier has 16 reportable crashes in the last 24 months and 2 fatal crashes across the full FMCSA crash record available as of Jun 13, 2026.
It reports 115 power units and 115 drivers in its most recent MCS-150 filing dated Dec 30, 2025.
It has no FMCSA-assigned safety rating in the federal record refreshed Jun 13, 2026.
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Frequently asked
What is HIGHLANDER TRANSPORTATION INC's USDOT number?
HIGHLANDER TRANSPORTATION INC's USDOT number is 2533966, and its motor carrier number is MC-880891.
Is HIGHLANDER TRANSPORTATION INC authorized to operate?
As of Jun 13, 2026, HIGHLANDER TRANSPORTATION INC is active in the FMCSA register with common, contract, broker operating authority on file.
What is HIGHLANDER TRANSPORTATION INC's safety record?
HIGHLANDER TRANSPORTATION INC has a 18.1% vehicle out-of-service rate (national average 22.26%) across 418 roadside inspections, with 16 reportable crashes in the last 24 months, and is not currently rated by FMCSA. Vektor's computed risk score is 88/100 (tier: clear).
How big is HIGHLANDER TRANSPORTATION INC's fleet?
HIGHLANDER TRANSPORTATION INC operates 115 power units and 115 drivers per its most recent MCS-150 filing.
Where is HIGHLANDER TRANSPORTATION INC based?
HIGHLANDER TRANSPORTATION INC is based in DES PLAINES, IL, with roadside inspections recorded across 34 states.
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