SILK WAY TRANSPORT INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
2907429
MC Number
978814
Fleet Size
57
Total Drivers
57
Last updated: March 16, 2026
Safety overview
SILK WAY TRANSPORT INC is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in ROCKFORD, Illinois, operating 57 power units with 57 drivers. Their safety profile raises flags: 4 of 5 BASIC categories exceed the 75th percentile, which is where FMCSA considers stepping in. They have 12 crashes on file (5 with injuries). FMCSA records show 376 inspections for this carrier.
BASIC scores
SMS PercentilesHigher percentile = worse performance relative to peers. Scores at or above 75% may trigger an FMCSA investigation.
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
What are BASIC scores?
FMCSA tracks carrier performance through its Safety Measurement System (SMS), which scores carriers across six categories called BASICs. Each score is a percentile from 0 to 100, based on inspection and crash data from the past 24 months.
A score of 65 means the carrier performed worse than 65% of its peers. Anything above 75% can trigger FMCSA alerts or investigations. Brokers vetting new carriers should pay attention to scores above 50%.
- Unsafe driving
- Speeding, reckless driving, improper lane changes, seatbelt violations. All based on what officers find during roadside inspections.
- HOS / Fatigue
- Hours-of-service violations, logbook problems, driving past the allowed limits. Fatigued driving is one of the top causes of truck crashes in the US.
- Driver fitness
- Licensing problems, expired medical certificates, and other driver qualification issues.
- Controlled substances
- Drug and alcohol testing violations, possession, or impairment.
- Vehicle maintenance
- Brake problems, tire issues, lighting defects, load securement failures. Caught during the vehicle portion of roadside inspections.
- Crash indicator
- Based on crash history from state-reported data. Higher percentile means more crashes relative to the carrier's size and mileage.
Inspections
376
Total
70%
Driver %
Crash history
12
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is SILK WAY TRANSPORT INC authorized to operate?
Yes. SILK WAY TRANSPORT INC (USDOT #2907429) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is SILK WAY TRANSPORT INC's safety record?
SILK WAY TRANSPORT INC has 4 BASIC scores above the 75th percentile, which is where FMCSA may look into a carrier. Brokers should weigh these scores alongside the inspection history and crash data before making a decision.
How many trucks does SILK WAY TRANSPORT INC operate?
SILK WAY TRANSPORT INC operates 57 power units with 57 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.
Does SILK WAY TRANSPORT INC transport hazardous materials?
No. SILK WAY TRANSPORT INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is SILK WAY TRANSPORT INC located?
SILK WAY TRANSPORT INC is based in ROCKFORD, Illinois at 5728 LOGISTICS PARKWAY, 61109. Phone: (847) 321-9212.
What are SILK WAY TRANSPORT INC's out-of-service rates?
SILK WAY TRANSPORT INC's driver out-of-service rate is 5.3%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 22.8% (national average: 20.72%).