UNIVERSAL WAYS CORP
AUTHORIZEDDBA: UWC
USDOT
3089385
MC Number
71069
Fleet Size
51
Total Drivers
54
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: September 6, 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 WAYS CORP is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in EAST DUNDEE, Illinois, operating 51 power units with 54 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 6.7% national average. They have 3 crashes on file (1 with injuries). FMCSA records show 69 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 10.0% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 27.4% across 52,488 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
69
Total
70%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
Sentry Select Insurance Company — eff. Mar 29, 2024
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Source: FMCSA Motus. Imported Aug 4, 2026. Verify current filings directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
Crash history
3
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is UNIVERSAL WAYS CORP authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for UNIVERSAL WAYS CORP (USDOT #3089385) 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 WAYS CORP's safety record?
UNIVERSAL WAYS CORP has 69 inspections in CarrierOwl's current imported snapshot and 3 matching crashes. They do not show a formal FMCSA safety rating in CarrierOwl's current data. A zero result is limited to the dataset and snapshot window. Verify current BASIC percentiles and crash information directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
How many trucks does UNIVERSAL WAYS CORP operate?
UNIVERSAL WAYS CORP operates 51 power units with 54 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.
Does UNIVERSAL WAYS CORP transport hazardous materials?
No. UNIVERSAL WAYS CORP does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is UNIVERSAL WAYS CORP located?
UNIVERSAL WAYS CORP is based in EAST DUNDEE, Illinois at 1141 E MAIN ST SUITE 206, 60118. Phone: (708) 722-2636.
What are UNIVERSAL WAYS CORP's out-of-service rates?
UNIVERSAL WAYS CORP's driver out-of-service rate is 0.0%, compared with the 6.7% reference shown by FMCSA SMS when checked August 4, 2026. Interpret the difference with inspection volume and verify the current FMCSA record. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 20.0%, compared with the 23.4% reference shown by FMCSA SMS when checked August 4, 2026. Interpret the difference with inspection volume and verify the current FMCSA record.