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Carrier profile · USDOT 244285 · MC-173882 ·
Best Cartage Inc
64 power unitsavg 10.2 yrMulti-region · 8 statesKERNERSVILLE, NC88/100
CARRIER ACTIVEMC-173882 ACTIVERATED SATISFACTORY
Observed fleet · trailing 24 mo daily
64Power units
62 observed · MCS-150
122Trailers seen
Decoded · vPIC
10.2Avg age (yr)
1998–2026 · 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 43 yearsOperating authority has been on file since 1984.Out-of-service rates below national averageBoth vehicle and driver OOS rates beat the national benchmark across 452 inspections.
Vektor intelligence · beyond the federal recordProprietary signals computed from VIN-decoded inspections & daily FMCSA snapshots
Fleet age vs peersTypical
10.2 yr
Model years 1998–2026 · peer benchmark unavailable.
Identity stabilityStable
42 yr unchanged
Same registration since 1984 — no chameleon / reincarnation signal.
Cross-border activity
No border inspections on record
A named inspection location does not confirm a border transit or operating authority. Counts cover retained inspection records.
Verification summary
BEST CARTAGE INC (USDOT 244285) 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 common and 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 $750,000 limit in force from HARTFORD FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY effective Oct 1, 2017 in FMCSA L&I's current snapshot. FMCSA insurance data as of Aug 16, 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. FMCSA safety data as of Sep 17, 2026.
The carrier received 165 roadside inspections in the last 24 months — 72 vehicle-level and 165 driver-level — across 8 states, according to FMCSA roadside-inspection data. FMCSA operations data as of Sep 17, 2026.
The carrier has 2 reportable crashes in the last 24 months and 7 fatal crashes across the full FMCSA crash record available. FMCSA safety data as of Sep 17, 2026.
It reports 64 power units and 51 drivers in its most recent MCS-150 filing dated Mar 18, 2026. FMCSA identity data as of Sep 3, 2026.
It has an FMCSA safety rating of Satisfactory assigned Jul 14, 2003 in the federal record. FMCSA identity data as of Sep 3, 2026.
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Frequently asked
What is BEST CARTAGE INC's USDOT number?
BEST CARTAGE INC's USDOT number is 244285, and its motor carrier number is MC-173882.
Is BEST CARTAGE INC authorized to operate?
FMCSA authority data as of Sep 3, 2026. BEST CARTAGE INC is active in the FMCSA register with common, contract, broker operating authority on file.
What is BEST CARTAGE INC's safety record?
BEST CARTAGE INC has a 18.1% vehicle out-of-service rate (national average 22.26%) across 452 roadside inspections, with 2 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 BEST CARTAGE INC's fleet?
BEST CARTAGE INC operates 64 power units and 51 drivers per its most recent MCS-150 filing.
Where is BEST CARTAGE INC based?
BEST CARTAGE INC is based in KERNERSVILLE, NC, with roadside inspections recorded across 8 states.
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