SWANEL INC

AUTHORIZED

DBA: SWANEL BEVERAGE

6044 ERIE AVE, HAMMOND, IN, 46320|(219) 932-7676

USDOT

338477

MC Number

N/A

Fleet Size

16

Total Drivers

14

Last updated: March 16, 2026

Safety overview

SWANEL INC is a small interstate motor carrier based in HAMMOND, Indiana, operating 16 power units with 14 drivers. 1 of their 5 BASIC scores sits above the 75th percentile intervention threshold. The rest fall within acceptable ranges. Their driver out-of-service rate of 0.0% comes in under the 5.51% national average. No crashes on file. FMCSA records show 15 inspections for this carrier.

BASIC scores

SMS Percentiles

Higher percentile = worse performance relative to peers. Scores at or above 75% may trigger an FMCSA investigation.

Unsafe Driving
81%
HOS / Fatigue
33%
👤Driver Fitness
34%
Controlled Substances
40%
🔧Vehicle Maintenance
64%

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 rate7.1%
National average20.7%

For reference, the average driver OOS rate in Indiana is 11.8% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 29.9% across 44,656 carriers.

Company details

Entity Type
N/A
Carrier Operation
Interstate
Operation Classification
Private (Property)
Cargo Carried
N
Hazmat
Yes
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

15

Total

52%

Driver %

Driver Inspections15
Vehicle Inspections14
Driver OOS Rate0.0%
Vehicle OOS Rate7.1%

Insurance on file

No insurance records on file with FMCSA.

Crash history

0

Total Crashes

Fatal Crashes0
Injury Crashes0
Tow Crashes0

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Frequently asked questions

Is SWANEL INC authorized to operate?

Yes. SWANEL INC (USDOT #338477) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.

What is SWANEL INC's safety record?

SWANEL INC has 1 BASIC score 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 SWANEL INC operate?

SWANEL INC operates 16 power units with 14 drivers on file. That makes them a small carrier.

Does SWANEL INC transport hazardous materials?

Yes. SWANEL INC is flagged for hazardous materials transportation with FMCSA. That means additional safety requirements and more frequent inspections.

Where is SWANEL INC located?

SWANEL INC is based in HAMMOND, Indiana at 6044 ERIE AVE, 46320. Phone: (219) 932-7676.

What are SWANEL INC's out-of-service rates?

SWANEL INC'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 7.1% (national average: 20.72%). Below average, suggesting the fleet is well-maintained.