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Carrier profile · USDOT 2391139 · MC-821891 ·
Nova Carriers Inc
47 power unitsavg 4.8 yrNational · 40 statesJOLIET, IL88/100
CARRIER ACTIVEMC-821891 ACTIVE
Observed fleet · trailing 24 mo daily
47Power units
80 observed · MCS-150
68Trailers seen
Decoded · vPIC
4.8Avg age (yr)
2000–2024 · vPIC
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Load decision ·
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 14 yearsOperating authority has been on file since 2013.Out-of-service rates below national averageBoth vehicle and driver OOS rates beat the national benchmark across 396 inspections.
Vektor intelligence · beyond the federal recordProprietary signals computed from VIN-decoded inspections & daily FMCSA snapshots
Fleet age vs peersNewer
4.8 yr
Model years 2000–2024 · peer benchmark unavailable.
Identity stabilityStable
13 yr unchanged
Same registration since 2013 — no chameleon / reincarnation signal.
Cross-border activity
No border inspections on record
61 other inspections in border states, with no named crossing match.
A named inspection location does not confirm a border transit or operating authority. Counts cover retained inspection records.
Verification summary
NOVA CARRIERS INC (USDOT 2391139) 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 Aug 16, 2026.
The carrier holds active contract for-hire operating authority per FMCSA L&I. FMCSA authority data as of Sep 3, 2026.
It has an active BIPD insurance filing with a $1,000,000 limit in force from NATIONAL UNION FIRE INS. CO. OF PITSBGH. PA effective Jan 11, 2026 in FMCSA L&I's current snapshot. FMCSA insurance data as of Aug 16, 2026.
Its vehicle out-of-service rate was 18.6% over the last 24 months, versus the 22.26% CVSA national average, from FMCSA roadside-inspection data. FMCSA safety data as of Sep 17, 2026.
The carrier received 234 roadside inspections in the last 24 months — 97 vehicle-level and 234 driver-level — across 40 states, according to FMCSA roadside-inspection data. FMCSA operations data as of Sep 17, 2026.
The carrier has 11 reportable crashes in the last 24 months and 1 fatal crash across the full FMCSA crash record available. FMCSA safety data as of Sep 17, 2026.
It reports 47 power units and 47 drivers in its most recent MCS-150 filing dated Feb 17, 2026. FMCSA identity data as of Sep 3, 2026.
It has no FMCSA-assigned safety rating in the federal record. FMCSA identity data as of Sep 3, 2026.
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Frequently asked
What is NOVA CARRIERS INC's USDOT number?
NOVA CARRIERS INC's USDOT number is 2391139, and its motor carrier number is MC-821891.
Is NOVA CARRIERS INC authorized to operate?
FMCSA authority data as of Sep 3, 2026. NOVA CARRIERS INC is active in the FMCSA register with common, contract, broker operating authority on file.
What is NOVA CARRIERS INC's safety record?
NOVA CARRIERS INC has a 18.6% vehicle out-of-service rate (national average 22.26%) across 396 roadside inspections, with 11 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 NOVA CARRIERS INC's fleet?
NOVA CARRIERS INC operates 47 power units and 47 drivers per its most recent MCS-150 filing.
Where is NOVA CARRIERS INC based?
NOVA CARRIERS INC is based in JOLIET, IL, with roadside inspections recorded across 40 states.
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