UNIVERSAL CARRIERS CORP

AUTHORIZED
1205 VERONA RIDGE DR, AURORA, IL, 60506

USDOT

2570020

MC Number

897959

Fleet Size

3

Total Drivers

3

FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: August 2, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.

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Safety overview

UNIVERSAL CARRIERS CORP is a small interstate motor carrier based in AURORA, Illinois, operating 3 power units with 3 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. They have 1 crash on file (1 with injuries). FMCSA records show 3 inspections for this carrier.

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BASIC scores

Under review

CarrierOwl 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.

Driver OOS rate0.0%
National average5.5%
Vehicle OOS rate0.0%
National average20.7%

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

3

Total

60%

Driver %

Driver Inspections3
Vehicle Inspections2
Driver OOS Rate0.0%
Vehicle OOS Rate0.0%

Insurance on file

Liability (BIPD)

ARTISAN & TRUCKERS CASUALTY COMPANY — eff. Apr 8, 2026

$750,000ACTIVE

Cargo

Not on file

Surety Bond

Not on file

Trust Fund

Not on file

Source: FMCSA Motus. Imported Aug 3, 2026. Verify current filings directly with FMCSA before relying on them.

Crash history

1

Total Crashes

Fatal Crashes0
Injury Crashes1
Tow Crashes0

Frequently asked questions

Is UNIVERSAL CARRIERS CORP authorized to operate?

CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for UNIVERSAL CARRIERS CORP (USDOT #2570020) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.

What is UNIVERSAL CARRIERS CORP's safety record?

UNIVERSAL CARRIERS CORP has 3 inspections on file and 1 crash 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 UNIVERSAL CARRIERS CORP operate?

UNIVERSAL CARRIERS CORP operates 3 power units with 3 drivers on file. That makes them a small carrier.

Does UNIVERSAL CARRIERS CORP transport hazardous materials?

No. UNIVERSAL CARRIERS CORP does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.

Where is UNIVERSAL CARRIERS CORP located?

UNIVERSAL CARRIERS CORP is based in AURORA, Illinois at 1205 VERONA RIDGE DR, 60506.

What are UNIVERSAL CARRIERS CORP's out-of-service rates?

UNIVERSAL CARRIERS CORP's driver out-of-service rate is 0.0%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Below average, which is a good sign. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 0.0% (national average: 20.72%). Below average, suggesting the fleet is well-maintained.