BEST TRUCK LINE INC
USDOT 2121216 • 611 SYCAMORE LN, WHELLING, IL, 60090
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
Authority & Insurance
Operating authority, insurance filings, and BOC-3 status
Operating Authority
Active Insurance (2)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | A0116808002 | ON FILE | Nov 8, 2020 | Nov 8, 2021 |
| NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | CARGO | LTO0001689 | ON FILE | Mar 2, 2011 | Mar 2, 2012 |
Insurance History (9 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | A0116808001 | CANCELLED | Nov 8, 2019 | Nov 8, 2020 |
| COUNTY HALL INSURANCE COMPANY, INC A RR GROUP | BIPD/Primary | CHL 01-02550-18 | CANCELLED | Nov 8, 2018 | Nov 8, 2019 |
| COUNTY HALL INSURANCE COMPANY, INC A RR GROUP | BIPD/Primary | CHL 01-01633-17 | REPLACED | Nov 8, 2017 | Nov 8, 2018 |
| ARTISAN & TRUCKERS CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA 5953658 | CANCELLED | Mar 4, 2017 | Nov 8, 2017 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WN163020 | REPLACED | Mar 4, 2015 | Mar 4, 2017 |
| SPIRIT COMMERCIAL AUTO RR GROUP, INC | BIPD/Primary | CAC 00001-02257-14 | CANCELLED | Mar 4, 2014 | Mar 4, 2015 |
| ARTISAN & TRUCKERS CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA 2089752 | REPLACED | Mar 2, 2013 | Mar 4, 2014 |
| GATEWAY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TRK6000977-000 | CANCELLED | Mar 2, 2012 | Mar 2, 2013 |
| NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | LTO0001689 | CANCELLED | Mar 2, 2011 | Mar 2, 2012 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/REPL | SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | A0116808002 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 8, 2021 | Nov 8, 2021 |
| CANCEL | SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | A0116808001 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 8, 2020 | Nov 8, 2020 |
| CANCEL | COUNTY HALL INSURANCE COMPANY, INC A RR GROUP | CHL 01-02550-18 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 8, 2019 | Nov 8, 2019 |
| TERM/REPL | COUNTY HALL INSURANCE COMPANY, INC A RR GROUP | CHL 01-01633-17 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 8, 2018 | Nov 8, 2018 |
| CANCEL | ARTISAN & TRUCKERS CASUALTY COMPANY | CA 5953658 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 8, 2017 | Nov 8, 2017 |
| TERM/REPL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WN163020 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 4, 2017 | Mar 4, 2017 |
| CANCEL | SPIRIT COMMERCIAL AUTO RR GROUP, INC | CAC 00001-02257-14 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 4, 2015 | Mar 4, 2015 |
| TERM/REPL | ARTISAN & TRUCKERS CASUALTY COMPANY | CA 2089752 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 4, 2014 | Mar 4, 2014 |
| CANCEL | GATEWAY INSURANCE COMPANY | TRK6000977-000 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 2, 2013 | Mar 2, 2013 |
| CANCEL | NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | LTO0001689 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 2, 2012 | Mar 2, 2012 |
| CANCEL | NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | LTO0001689 | CARGO | Mar 2, 2012 | Mar 2, 2012 |
Authority Action History (14 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC739261 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 13, 2020 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 9, 2020 |
| MC739261 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 13, 2020 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 9, 2020 |
| MC739261 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 15, 2019 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 7, 2019 |
| MC739261 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 15, 2019 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 7, 2019 |
| MC739261 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 12, 2017 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 9, 2017 |
| MC739261 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 12, 2017 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 9, 2017 |
| MC739261 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Feb 5, 2015 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Mar 2, 2015 |
| MC739261 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Feb 5, 2015 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Mar 2, 2015 |
| MC739261 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Feb 4, 2013 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Feb 28, 2013 |
| MC739261 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Feb 4, 2013 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Feb 28, 2013 |
| MC739261 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Feb 6, 2012 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Mar 5, 2012 |
| MC739261 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Feb 6, 2012 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Mar 5, 2012 |
| MC739261 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Mar 11, 2011 | — | Unknown |
| MC739261 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | GRANTED | Mar 11, 2011 | — | Unknown |
Safety & Inspections
SMS BASIC scores, inspection history, and out-of-service rates
SMS BASIC Scores
Higher percentile = worse safety performance relative to peers. Scores at or above 75% trigger FMCSA alerts.
Inspection Activity (24 months)
Monthly inspection counts with OOS months highlighted. Hover bars for details.
Inspection Activity Map
17 states • 120 inspections
Violation Summary (74 violations from latest 100 of 120 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 10 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS2 | Speeding 6-10 mph over limit | 4 | 0 | 5 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.8(a) | Failing to keep RODS | 4 | 0 | 7 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 3 | 1 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.24D-ELDPT | HOS (ELD) - On request by an authorized safety official a driver must produce and transfer from an ELD the driver's hours of service records in accordance with t | 2 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSML | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8 | Record of Duty Status violation (general/form and manner) | 2 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.55(e) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 2 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47(a) | Brake chamber - cracked/broken | 2 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.26(b) | Motor carrier failed to ensure that the ELD automatically recorded the required data elements. | 2 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.8(e)(1) | 395.8(e)(1) | 2 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.45(b)(2) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 2 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75C | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLFC | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LRLI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-TARPSWD | 396.3A1-TARPSWD | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.30B1-ELDDFR | HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to review records and certify the accuracy of the information. | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.75A3-TAOL | Tires - All others leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.205A-WRDC | Wheel/rim defective | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.43A-TPV | Brake - relay emergency valve | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLML | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.3-I | Illness - Operating a CMV while impaired by illness or other cause. | 1 | 1 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.3 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 1 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:391.11B2-Q | Driver cannot satisfy the English language proficiency requirements of 391.11(b)(2) as per FMCSA Enforcement Guidance Memo MC-SEE-2025-0001. Driver failed the I | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLED | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEQP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.75A3-TAOLTIS | Tires - All others leaking in tread area and inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire equipped with ATIS | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47E | Slack adjuster defective | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53B-B | Steering system components worn | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55E-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSWZ | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2FC | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA1 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLLR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(3) | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.30(b)(1) | Driver failed to certify the accuracy of the information gathered by the ELD | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.75A3-ATIS | Tires - All others leaking in tread area with inflation more than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire equipped with ATIS | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(c) | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:383.23(a)(2) | CDL - wrong class | 1 | 1 | 8 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.45 | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.22H4-ELDBRODS | HOS (ELD) - In-Vehicle Information - Failing to have a supply of blank driver's records of duty status graph-grids sufficient to record the driver's duty status a | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.24(c)(2)(iii) | Driver failed to manually add shipping document number | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.60(e) | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.34(a)(1) | Failing to note malfunction that requires use of paper log | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:396.5(b) | Fuel system leak | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.15(i)(9) | Driver not adequately trained in the operation of the automatic on-board recording device | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
Peer Context
This carrier vs national averages. Lower is better for all metrics.
National averages: vehicle OOS 23.4%, driver OOS 6.7%, violations per inspection ~1.8. Based on FMCSA MCSAP program data.
Inspection History (120 inspections)
Showing 50 of 120
Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
Most frequent inspection stations
Violations by BASIC category
Recent Crashes
10 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (10 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 19, 2025 | NE | TOW | 0 | 0 | Not Reported | I-80 | ...NC6229 | BEST TRUCK LINE INC |
| May 26, 2025 | OK | TOW | 0 | 0 | QUAPAW | I-44 WB 324 | ...VZ0992 | BEST TRUCK LINE INC |
| Sep 14, 2024 | IL | INJURY | 0 | 1 | DIMMICK TWP | I-39 | ...FZ8073 | BEST TRUCK LINE INC |
| Aug 8, 2024 | VA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | INTERSTATE 81 SOUTH | ...898786 | BEST TRUCK LINE INC |
| Jan 19, 2024 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | WOOD DALE | DILLON DR | ...MR8261 | BEST TRUCK LINE INC |
| Jun 24, 2023 | NM | TOW | 0 | 0 | 97 | INTERSTATE 40 237 MM | ...MR8214 | BEST TRUCK LINE INC |
| Sep 20, 2022 | IA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | I 80 W 85.35MM | ...943631 | BEST TRUCK LINE INC |
| Jun 16, 2022 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | ST LEON | I-74 | ...898786 | BEST TRUCK LINE INC |
| Dec 12, 2019 | WI | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| May 17, 2017 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
23 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records