POLO TRUCKING INC
USDOT 573113 • 13125 RT 138, BUNKER HILL, IL, 62014
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
Risk Signals2 flagged
Signals are auto-detected from FMCSA public records. This is not a regulatory determination.
Authority & Insurance
Operating authority, insurance filings, and BOC-3 status
Operating Authority
Active Insurance (4)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TEXAS INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | BBRCXLTIL011500_060798_01 | ON FILE | Aug 31, 2025 | Sep 23, 2025 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Excess | CCP03047E | ON FILE | Sep 25, 2006 | Nov 27, 2008 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | SURETY | SIC16258A | ON FILE | Jun 28, 2005 | Feb 14, 2014 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Full (2) | TN 203987 | ON FILE | Aug 15, 1994 | Aug 3, 1995 |
Insurance History (12 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA-ZK7283 | CANCELLED | Aug 31, 2021 | Aug 31, 2025 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | CLP63322M | CANCELLED | Sep 25, 2006 | Oct 4, 2021 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | CLP63322M | REPLACED | Sep 25, 2006 | Aug 31, 2021 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | CLP63322J | CANCELLED | Sep 15, 2003 | Sep 25, 2006 |
| WESTERN SURETY CO. | SURETY | 6918363 | REPLACED | Jun 28, 2001 | Jun 28, 2005 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | CLP63322C | CANCELLED | Aug 3, 2000 | Sep 15, 2003 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | CLP63322C | CANCELLED | Sep 13, 1999 | Aug 3, 2000 |
| GULF INSURANCE CO. | SURETY | AE6134400 | REPLACED | Jun 28, 1999 | Jun 28, 2001 |
| INTERNATIONAL FIDELITY INSURANCE COMPANY | SURETY | 0268290 | CANCELLED | Jun 16, 1998 | Jun 16, 1999 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | CLP63322C | CANCELLED | Mar 30, 1998 | Sep 13, 1999 |
| INTERNATIONAL FIDELITY INSURANCE COMPANY | SURETY | 0249021 | NAME CHANGED | Sep 9, 1997 | May 2, 1998 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | CLP63322A | NAME CHANGED | Aug 3, 1995 | May 2, 1998 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/REPL | TEXAS INSURANCE COMPANY | BBRCXLTIL011500_060798_01 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 23, 2025 | Sep 23, 2025 |
| CANCEL | ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | CA-ZK7283 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 31, 2025 | Aug 31, 2025 |
| TERM/CANCL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CLP63322M | BIPD/Primary | Oct 4, 2021 | Oct 4, 2021 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CLP63322M | BIPD/Primary | Aug 31, 2021 | Aug 31, 2021 |
| CANCEL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | SIC16258A | SURETY | Feb 14, 2014 | Feb 14, 2014 |
| CANCEL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CCP03047E | BIPD/Excess | Nov 27, 2008 | Nov 27, 2008 |
| CANCEL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CLP63322J | BIPD/Primary | Sep 25, 2006 | Sep 25, 2006 |
| TERM/REPL | WESTERN SURETY CO. | 6918363 | SURETY | Jun 28, 2005 | Jun 28, 2005 |
| CANCEL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CLP63322C | BIPD/Primary | Sep 15, 2003 | Sep 15, 2003 |
| TERM/REPL | GULF INSURANCE CO. | AE6134400 | SURETY | Jun 28, 2001 | Jun 28, 2001 |
| CANCEL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CLP63322C | BIPD/Primary | Aug 3, 2000 | Aug 3, 2000 |
| CANCEL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CLP63322C | BIPD/Primary | Sep 13, 1999 | Sep 13, 1999 |
| CANCEL | INTERNATIONAL FIDELITY INSURANCE COMPANY | 0268290 | SURETY | Jun 16, 1999 | Jun 16, 1999 |
| NAMECHG | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CLP63322A | BIPD/Primary | May 2, 1998 | May 2, 1998 |
| NAMECHG | INTERNATIONAL FIDELITY INSURANCE COMPANY | 0249021 | SURETY | May 2, 1998 | May 2, 1998 |
| TERM/REPL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | TN 203987 | BIPD/Full (2) | Aug 3, 1995 | Aug 3, 1995 |
Authority Revocations
| Authority | Docket | Reason | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| CONTRACT | MC-279639 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
| BROKER | MC-279639 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
Authority Action History (4 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC279639 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | REINSTATED | Sep 15, 2025 | — | Unknown |
| MC279639 | BROKER | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 29, 1998 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jul 1, 1998 |
| MC279639 | PROPERTY BROKER | GRANTED | Sep 24, 1997 | REVOKED | Dec 9, 2013 |
| MC279639 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | GRANTED | Nov 10, 1994 | REVOKED | Sep 8, 2025 |
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
4 states • 43 inspections
Violation Summary (57 violations from 43 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 18 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 5 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.9 | Driver may not operate a CMV without proper load securement | 2 | 0 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.17C-PI | No proof of periodic inspection | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75A | Tires/tubes - general defects | 2 | 2 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.205A | Wheel/rim defective | 2 | 2 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1BL | Brake system pressure loss | 2 | 2 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 2 | 2 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60(d) | Glazing/window obstructions | 2 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55D1 | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLMF | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.100B-C | Cargo securement - aggregate working load | 1 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9TS | Inoperative turn signal | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9 | Inoperable Required Lamp | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS3 | Speeding 11-14 mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 7 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2MI | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS4 | Speeding 15+ mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 10 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:383.51(a) | CDL disqualification - major offense | 1 | 1 | 10 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:391.41(a) | Physical qualification - general | 1 | 0 | 7 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.75(a) | Tires/tubes - general defects | 1 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.203(e) | Cab front bumper missing/unsecured/protrude | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.67 | Tires - other defects | 1 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.15 | Driver Prohibited from Performing Safety Sensitive Functions per 382.501(a) in the Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse | 1 | 1 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.8(a) | Failing to keep RODS | 1 | 0 | 7 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-B | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.81-H | Horn inoperable | 1 | 0 | 2 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.201(a) | Frame - cracked/loose/broken | 1 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.70B1I-CDFWFMI-LT20 | Coupling devices defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.207A-SAPPCBLM | Suspension defective | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
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 (43 inspections)
Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
Most frequent inspection stations
Violations by BASIC category
Recent Crashes
20 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (20 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 8, 2025 | IL | INJURY | 0 | 1 | STAUNTON TWP | STAUNTON RD | ...487757 | POLO TRUCKING INC |
| Sep 17, 2025 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | Richwood Twp | IL-16 N/B | ...454261 | POLO TRUCKING INC |
| Apr 9, 2025 | MO | TOW | 0 | 0 | HERCULANEUM | IS 55 | ...273252 | POLO TRUCKING INC |
| Sep 3, 2024 | IL | FATAL | 1 | 1 | Moro Twp | S159 | ...737498 | POLO TRUCKING INC |
| Apr 24, 2024 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | WOOD RIVER | S BELLWOOD DR | ...390193 | POLO TRUCKING INC |
| Oct 16, 2023 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | Mt Olive Twp | US-66 | ...320626 | POLO TRUCKING INC |
| May 2, 2023 | MO | TOW | 0 | 0 | NON-CITY OR UNINCORPORATE | IS 70 | — | POLO TRUCKING INC |
| Feb 1, 2023 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | BUNKER HILL TWP | IL-159 | ...456916 | POLO TRUCKING INC |
| Feb 10, 2022 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | NORTH LITCHFIELD TWP | INTERSTATE 55 S/B EXIT RA | ...125265 | POLO TRUCKING INC |
| Jan 30, 2020 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Aug 30, 2018 | IL | INJURY | 0 | 2 | — | — | — | — |
| Nov 17, 2010 | IL | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Dec 17, 2009 | IL | FATAL | 1 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Dec 7, 2009 | IL | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 24, 2007 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 30, 2004 | NC | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Dec 30, 2003 | MO | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Dec 9, 2001 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Apr 7, 2000 | MO | INJURY | 0 | 2 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 23, 1996 | IL | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
38 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 38 events