IDEA EXPEDITED INC
USDOT 2363192 • 5858 W ADDISON ST SUITE 1S, CHICAGO, IL, 60634
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
Authority & Insurance
Operating authority, insurance filings, and BOC-3 status
Operating Authority
| Authority Type | Docket # | Status | Original Date | Final Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Common Carrier | MC-810034 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Oct 28, 2025 |
Active Insurance (1)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NATIONAL UNION FIRE INS. CO. OF PITSBGH. PA | BIPD/Primary | 018-57-5533 | ON FILE | Nov 1, 2024 | Nov 1, 2025 |
Insurance History (9 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARTISAN & TRUCKERS CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA01319430 | REPLACED | Jun 27, 2023 | Nov 1, 2024 |
| ARTISAN & TRUCKERS CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA 1319430 | REPLACED | Nov 1, 2019 | Jun 27, 2023 |
| ARTISAN & TRUCKERS CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA 1319430 | CANCELLED | Nov 1, 2019 | Jul 13, 2023 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WN252519 | REPLACED | Nov 5, 2018 | Nov 1, 2019 |
| ARTISAN & TRUCKERS CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA 2763827 | REPLACED | Nov 5, 2015 | Nov 5, 2018 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WN134604 | CANCELLED | May 26, 2014 | Dec 11, 2015 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WN134604 | REPLACED | May 26, 2014 | Nov 5, 2015 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WN134604 | CANCELLED | Dec 13, 2013 | May 26, 2014 |
| ARTISAN & TRUCKERS CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA 1978141 | REPLACED | Dec 13, 2012 | Dec 13, 2013 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CANCEL | NATIONAL UNION FIRE INS. CO. OF PITSBGH. PA | 018-57-5533 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 1, 2025 | Nov 1, 2025 |
| TERM/REPL | ARTISAN & TRUCKERS CASUALTY COMPANY | CA01319430 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 1, 2024 | Nov 1, 2024 |
| TERM/CANCL | ARTISAN & TRUCKERS CASUALTY COMPANY | CA 1319430 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 13, 2023 | Jul 13, 2023 |
| TERM/REPL | ARTISAN & TRUCKERS CASUALTY COMPANY | CA 1319430 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 27, 2023 | Jun 27, 2023 |
| TERM/REPL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WN252519 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 1, 2019 | Nov 1, 2019 |
| TERM/REPL | ARTISAN & TRUCKERS CASUALTY COMPANY | CA 2763827 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 5, 2018 | Nov 5, 2018 |
| TERM/CANCL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WN134604 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 11, 2015 | Dec 11, 2015 |
| TERM/REPL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WN134604 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 5, 2015 | Nov 5, 2015 |
| CANCEL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WN134604 | BIPD/Primary | May 26, 2014 | May 26, 2014 |
| TERM/REPL | ARTISAN & TRUCKERS CASUALTY COMPANY | CA 1978141 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 13, 2013 | Dec 13, 2013 |
Authority Action History (5 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC810034 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 6, 2025 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 28, 2025 |
| MC810034 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jun 16, 2023 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jun 28, 2023 |
| MC810034 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | REINSTATED | Oct 15, 2020 | — | Unknown |
| MC810034 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Apr 29, 2014 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Apr 30, 2014 |
| MC810034 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Dec 31, 2012 | — | 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
19 states • 61 inspections
Violation Summary (44 violations from 61 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLLR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 4 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.24 | HOS (ELD) - ELD Form and Manner | 4 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA1 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 3 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS2 | Speeding 6-10 mph over limit | 2 | 0 | 5 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.8E-HOSPD | False record of duty status | 2 | 1 | 10 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.30B1-ELDDFR | HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to review records and certify the accuracy of the information. | 2 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLIFTA | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LLPL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS3 | Speeding 11-14 mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 7 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSWZ | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLFC | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.82DUMT | Texting while driving | 1 | 0 | 10 | Unsafe Driving |
| 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:393.55D2-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLED | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.16-D | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.3A1 | Inspection repair and maintenance of parts and accessories | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45DLUV | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLUCR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLMF | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.8E1PC | HOS - False record of duty status driver improper use of Personal Conveyance - Not OOS | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.207B-AALPME-OOS | Frame cracked/broken/sagging | 1 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-BHTD | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47D1-BRMMCAD-SA | Brake actuators/chambers defective | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS4 | Speeding 15+ mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 10 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:390.21TB1-MC | 390.21TB1-MC | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:390.21TB2-DOT | 390.21TB2-DOT | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLML | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.22G-ELDMFV | HOS (ELD) - A portable ELD is not mounted in a fixed position and visible to the driver when seated in the normal driving position. | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTCD | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
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 (61 inspections)
Showing 50 of 61
Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
Most frequent inspection stations
Violations by BASIC category
Recent Crashes
2 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (2 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 12, 2025 | NJ | TOW | 0 | 0 | Elizabeth City | I-95 | ...614160 | IDEA EXPEDITED INC |
| Mar 25, 2013 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
13 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records