WHALEN TRUCKING INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
173701
MC Number
147010
Fleet Size
65
Total Drivers
40
Last updated: March 16, 2026
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Safety overview
WHALEN TRUCKING INC is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in WAVERLY, Illinois, operating 65 power units with 40 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 1.0% comes in under the 5.51% national average. They have 2 crashes on file. FMCSA records show 96 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
- Yes
- Safety Rating Date
- N/A
Inspections
96
Total
75%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
NATIONAL INTERSTATE INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Mar 1, 2025
Cargo
AGCS MARINE INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Feb 1, 2015
Surety Bond
IMT INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Feb 5, 2009
Trust Fund
Not on file
Crash history
2
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is WHALEN TRUCKING INC authorized to operate?
Yes. WHALEN TRUCKING INC (USDOT #173701) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is WHALEN TRUCKING INC's safety record?
WHALEN TRUCKING INC has 96 inspections on file and 2 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 WHALEN TRUCKING INC operate?
WHALEN TRUCKING INC operates 65 power units with 40 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.
Does WHALEN TRUCKING INC transport hazardous materials?
Yes. WHALEN TRUCKING INC is flagged for hazardous materials transportation with FMCSA. That means additional safety requirements and more frequent inspections.
Where is WHALEN TRUCKING INC located?
WHALEN TRUCKING INC is based in WAVERLY, Illinois at 301 E PRAIRIE ST, 62692. Phone: (217) 435-2231.
What are WHALEN TRUCKING INC's out-of-service rates?
WHALEN TRUCKING INC's driver out-of-service rate is 1.0%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Below average, which is a good sign. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 15.6% (national average: 20.72%). Below average, suggesting the fleet is well-maintained.