JOHN V WITMER
AUTHORIZEDDBA: WIPLASH EXPRESS
USDOT
1072961
MC Number
439493
Fleet Size
3
Total Drivers
2
Last updated: March 24, 2026
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Safety overview
JOHN V WITMER is a small interstate motor carrier based in FRANKLIN GROVE, Illinois, operating 3 power units with 2 drivers. CarrierOwl is currently validating BASIC percentile display against the official FMCSA SMS portal; use the inspection, out-of-service, crash, authority, and insurance data below as the primary public safety indicators on this page. Their driver out-of-service rate of 0.0% comes in under the 5.51% national average. No crashes on file. FMCSA records show 1 inspection for this carrier.
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BASIC scores
Under reviewCarrierOwl is validating BASIC percentile calculations against the official FMCSA SMS portal. Until that review is complete, use FMCSA directly for current BASIC percentiles and use the inspection, out-of-service, crash, authority, and insurance data on this page as supporting indicators.
BASIC percentile display is temporarily paused while we validate CarrierOwl's methodology against the official FMCSA SMS portal.
Out-of-service rates vs. national average
An out-of-service order means the driver or vehicle was pulled from operation during a roadside inspection.
For reference, the average driver OOS rate in Illinois is 9.1% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 27.0% across 49,579 carriers.
Company details
- Entity Type
- N/A
- Carrier Operation
- Interstate
- Operation Classification
- Authorized For Hire
- Cargo Carried
- N
- Hazmat
- No
- Safety Rating Date
- N/A
Inspections
1
Total
100%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. — eff. Aug 8, 2008
Cargo
GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. — eff. Aug 8, 2008
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Crash history
0
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is JOHN V WITMER authorized to operate?
Yes. JOHN V WITMER (USDOT #1072961) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is JOHN V WITMER's safety record?
JOHN V WITMER has 1 inspection on file and no crashes on record. They do not show a formal FMCSA safety rating in CarrierOwl's current data. CarrierOwl is validating BASIC percentile display against the official FMCSA SMS portal, so brokers should verify current BASIC percentiles directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
How many trucks does JOHN V WITMER operate?
JOHN V WITMER operates 3 power units with 2 drivers on file. That makes them a small carrier.
Does JOHN V WITMER transport hazardous materials?
No. JOHN V WITMER does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is JOHN V WITMER located?
JOHN V WITMER is based in FRANKLIN GROVE, Illinois at 1546 ROBBINS ROAD, 61031. Phone: (815) 440-0525.
What are JOHN V WITMER's out-of-service rates?
JOHN V WITMER's driver out-of-service rate is 0.0%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Below average, which is a good sign.