ARKA EXPRESS INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
1710817
MC Number
627673
Fleet Size
791
Total Drivers
751
Last updated: March 16, 2026
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Safety overview
ARKA EXPRESS INC is a large interstate motor carrier based in MARKHAM, Illinois, operating 791 power units with 751 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 1.3% comes in under the 5.51% national average. They have 19 crashes on file (9 with injuries). FMCSA records show 299 inspections 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
299
Total
71%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
CAROLINA CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. — eff. Sep 1, 2024
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
NATIONWIDE MUTUAL INSURANCE COMP — eff. Nov 19, 2021
Trust Fund
Not on file
Crash history
19
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is ARKA EXPRESS INC authorized to operate?
Yes. ARKA EXPRESS INC (USDOT #1710817) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is ARKA EXPRESS INC's safety record?
ARKA EXPRESS INC has 299 inspections on file and 19 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 ARKA EXPRESS INC operate?
ARKA EXPRESS INC operates 791 power units with 751 drivers on file. That puts them in the large carrier category by FMCSA standards.
Does ARKA EXPRESS INC transport hazardous materials?
No. ARKA EXPRESS INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is ARKA EXPRESS INC located?
ARKA EXPRESS INC is based in MARKHAM, Illinois at 2202 WEST 166TH ST UNIT 1, 60428. Phone: (708) 974-4545.
What are ARKA EXPRESS INC's out-of-service rates?
ARKA EXPRESS INC's driver out-of-service rate is 1.3%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Below average, which is a good sign. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 12.5% (national average: 20.72%). Below average, suggesting the fleet is well-maintained.