HIGHLANDER TRANSPORTATION INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
2533966
MC Number
880891
Fleet Size
115
Total Drivers
115
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
HIGHLANDER TRANSPORTATION INC is a large interstate motor carrier based in DES PLAINES, Illinois, operating 115 power units with 115 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 17 crashes on file (1 fatal, 3 with injuries). FMCSA records show 317 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 9.7% 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
317
Total
66%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
CAROLINA CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. — eff. May 8, 2024
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Source: Legacy FMCSA. Verify current filings directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
Crash history
17
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is HIGHLANDER TRANSPORTATION INC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for HIGHLANDER TRANSPORTATION INC (USDOT #2533966) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is HIGHLANDER TRANSPORTATION INC's safety record?
HIGHLANDER TRANSPORTATION INC has 317 inspections on file and 17 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 HIGHLANDER TRANSPORTATION INC operate?
HIGHLANDER TRANSPORTATION INC operates 115 power units with 115 drivers on file. That puts them in the large carrier category by FMCSA standards.
Does HIGHLANDER TRANSPORTATION INC transport hazardous materials?
No. HIGHLANDER TRANSPORTATION INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is HIGHLANDER TRANSPORTATION INC located?
HIGHLANDER TRANSPORTATION INC is based in DES PLAINES, Illinois at 580 S WOLF RD, 60016. Phone: (847) 258-5105.
What are HIGHLANDER TRANSPORTATION INC's out-of-service rates?
HIGHLANDER TRANSPORTATION 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 17.7% (national average: 20.72%).