KEL LOGISTICS INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
2529497
MC Number
878891
Fleet Size
66
Total Drivers
79
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: July 26, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.
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Safety overview
KEL LOGISTICS INC is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in BURR RIDGE, Illinois, operating 66 power units with 79 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 1.4% comes in under the 5.51% national average. They have 8 crashes on file (1 fatal). FMCSA records show 280 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.
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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 9.7% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 27.3% across 51,775 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
280
Total
67%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
Highlander Specialty Insurance Company — eff. Nov 1, 2025
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Source: FMCSA Motus. Imported Jul 31, 2026. Verify current filings directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
Crash history
8
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is KEL LOGISTICS INC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for KEL LOGISTICS INC (USDOT #2529497) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is KEL LOGISTICS INC's safety record?
KEL LOGISTICS INC has 280 inspections on file and 8 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 KEL LOGISTICS INC operate?
KEL LOGISTICS INC operates 66 power units with 79 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.
Does KEL LOGISTICS INC transport hazardous materials?
No. KEL LOGISTICS INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is KEL LOGISTICS INC located?
KEL LOGISTICS INC is based in BURR RIDGE, Illinois at 16W455 S FRONTAGE RD STE#310, 60527. Phone: (708) 223-2673.
What are KEL LOGISTICS INC's out-of-service rates?
KEL LOGISTICS INC's driver out-of-service rate is 1.4%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Below average, which is a good sign. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 27.4% (national average: 20.72%). Above average, which may point to vehicle maintenance gaps.