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Carrier profile · USDOT 2979800 · MC-13650 ·
Zero Max Inc
215 power unitsavg 2.9 yrNational · 42 statesPALATINE, IL74/100
CARRIER ACTIVEMC-13650 ACTIVE
Observed fleet · trailing 24 mo daily
215Power units
217 observed · MCS-150
367Trailers seen
Decoded · vPIC
2.9Avg age (yr)
2001–2026 · vPIC
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Load decision ·
Review before loading
Operating, but with flags a broker should weigh before tendering freight.
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Vektor intelligence · beyond the federal recordProprietary signals computed from VIN-decoded inspections & daily FMCSA snapshots
Fleet age vs peersNewer
2.9 yr
Model years 2001–2026 · peer benchmark unavailable.
Identity stabilityStable
9 yr unchanged
Same registration since 2017 — no chameleon / reincarnation signal.
Cross-border activity
No border inspections on record
521 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
ZERO MAX INC (USDOT 2979800) has a Vektor safety score of 74/100 and a Review before loading verdict, from the carrier's FMCSA record. FMCSA profile data as of Aug 16, 2026.
The carrier holds active common 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 UNIVERSAL CASUALTY RISK RETENTION GROUP, INC effective Apr 22, 2026 in FMCSA L&I's current snapshot. FMCSA insurance data as of Aug 16, 2026.
Its vehicle out-of-service rate was 35.3% 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 571 roadside inspections in the last 24 months — 309 vehicle-level and 570 driver-level — across 42 states, according to FMCSA roadside-inspection data. FMCSA operations data as of Sep 17, 2026.
The carrier has 44 reportable crashes in the last 24 months and 4 fatal crashes across the full FMCSA crash record available. FMCSA safety data as of Sep 17, 2026.
It reports 215 power units and 215 drivers in its most recent MCS-150 filing dated Apr 22, 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 ZERO MAX INC's USDOT number?
ZERO MAX INC's USDOT number is 2979800, and its motor carrier number is MC-13650.
Is ZERO MAX INC authorized to operate?
FMCSA authority data as of Sep 3, 2026. ZERO MAX INC is active in the FMCSA register with common, contract, broker operating authority on file.
What is ZERO MAX INC's safety record?
ZERO MAX INC has a 35.3% vehicle out-of-service rate (national average 22.26%) across 1,045 roadside inspections, with 44 reportable crashes in the last 24 months, and is not currently rated by FMCSA. Vektor's computed risk score is 74/100 (tier: review).
How big is ZERO MAX INC's fleet?
ZERO MAX INC operates 215 power units and 215 drivers per its most recent MCS-150 filing.
Where is ZERO MAX INC based?
ZERO MAX INC is based in PALATINE, IL, with roadside inspections recorded across 42 states.
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