ZERO MAX INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
2979800
MC Number
13650
Fleet Size
215
Total Drivers
215
Last updated: March 16, 2026
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Safety overview
ZERO MAX INC is a large interstate motor carrier based in PALATINE, Illinois, operating 215 power units with 215 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 2.8% comes in under the 5.51% national average. They have 69 crashes on file (4 fatal, 22 with injuries). FMCSA records show 865 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 9.1% 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
Inspections
865
Total
65%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
UNIVERSAL CASUALTY RISK RETENTION GROUP, INC — eff. Nov 23, 2025
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Crash history
69
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is ZERO MAX INC authorized to operate?
Yes. ZERO MAX INC (USDOT #2979800) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is ZERO MAX INC's safety record?
ZERO MAX INC has 865 inspections on file and 69 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 ZERO MAX INC operate?
ZERO MAX INC operates 215 power units with 215 drivers on file. That puts them in the large carrier category by FMCSA standards.
Does ZERO MAX INC transport hazardous materials?
No. ZERO MAX INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is ZERO MAX INC located?
ZERO MAX INC is based in PALATINE, Illinois at 1540 E DUNDEE RD STE 220, 60074. Phone: (630) 423-7227.
What are ZERO MAX INC's out-of-service rates?
ZERO MAX INC's driver out-of-service rate is 2.8%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Below average, which is a good sign. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 33.2% (national average: 20.72%). Above average, which may point to vehicle maintenance gaps.