POLAR BEAR TRANSPORTATION LLC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
2948963
MC Number
4634
Fleet Size
5
Total Drivers
5
Last updated: March 16, 2026
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Safety overview
POLAR BEAR TRANSPORTATION LLC is a small interstate motor carrier based in CHEROKEE, Iowa, operating 5 power units with 5 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 16.7% runs above the national average of 5.51%. No crashes on file. FMCSA records show 6 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 Iowa is 7.2% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 29.9% across 25,829 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
6
Total
55%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
ROCK RIDGE INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Aug 15, 2025
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Crash history
0
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is POLAR BEAR TRANSPORTATION LLC authorized to operate?
Yes. POLAR BEAR TRANSPORTATION LLC (USDOT #2948963) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is POLAR BEAR TRANSPORTATION LLC's safety record?
POLAR BEAR TRANSPORTATION LLC has 6 inspections on file and no 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 POLAR BEAR TRANSPORTATION LLC operate?
POLAR BEAR TRANSPORTATION LLC operates 5 power units with 5 drivers on file. That makes them a small carrier.
Does POLAR BEAR TRANSPORTATION LLC transport hazardous materials?
No. POLAR BEAR TRANSPORTATION LLC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is POLAR BEAR TRANSPORTATION LLC located?
POLAR BEAR TRANSPORTATION LLC is based in CHEROKEE, Iowa at 311 S 8TH ST, 51012. Phone: (718) 873-4960.
What are POLAR BEAR TRANSPORTATION LLC's out-of-service rates?
POLAR BEAR TRANSPORTATION LLC's driver out-of-service rate is 16.7%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Higher than average, which could point to driver compliance issues. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 40.0% (national average: 20.72%). Above average, which may point to vehicle maintenance gaps.