PONY EXPRESS GROUP INC
AUTHORIZEDDBA: PONY EXPRESS GROUP
USDOT
3938729
MC Number
1462128
Fleet Size
150
Total Drivers
150
Last updated: March 16, 2026
Safety overview
PONY EXPRESS GROUP INC is a large interstate motor carrier based in WHEELING, Illinois, operating 150 power units with 150 drivers. Their safety profile raises flags: 4 of 5 BASIC categories exceed the 75th percentile, which is where FMCSA considers stepping in. They have 16 crashes on file (5 with injuries). FMCSA records show 418 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
418
Total
69%
Driver %
Crash history
16
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is PONY EXPRESS GROUP INC authorized to operate?
Yes. PONY EXPRESS GROUP INC (USDOT #3938729) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is PONY EXPRESS GROUP INC's safety record?
PONY EXPRESS GROUP 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 PONY EXPRESS GROUP INC operate?
PONY EXPRESS GROUP INC operates 150 power units with 150 drivers on file. That puts them in the large carrier category by FMCSA standards.
Does PONY EXPRESS GROUP INC transport hazardous materials?
No. PONY EXPRESS GROUP INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is PONY EXPRESS GROUP INC located?
PONY EXPRESS GROUP INC is based in WHEELING, Illinois at 225 LARKIN DR UNIT 4, 60090. Phone: (844) 840-7669.
What are PONY EXPRESS GROUP INC's out-of-service rates?
PONY EXPRESS GROUP INC's driver out-of-service rate is 7.2%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 30.1% (national average: 20.72%). Above average, which may point to vehicle maintenance gaps.