CARDINAL TRANSPORTATION LTD
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
946689
MC Number
435590
Fleet Size
67
Total Drivers
112
Last updated: March 16, 2026
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Safety overview
CARDINAL TRANSPORTATION LTD is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in COLUMBUS, Ohio, operating 67 power units with 112 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 5.51% national average. They have 4 crashes on file (1 with injuries). FMCSA records show 145 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 Ohio is 10.3% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 27.6% across 47,364 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
145
Total
14%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
NATIONAL INTERSTATE INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Aug 1, 2024
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Crash history
4
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is CARDINAL TRANSPORTATION LTD authorized to operate?
Yes. CARDINAL TRANSPORTATION LTD (USDOT #946689) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is CARDINAL TRANSPORTATION LTD's safety record?
CARDINAL TRANSPORTATION LTD has 145 inspections on file and 4 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 CARDINAL TRANSPORTATION LTD operate?
CARDINAL TRANSPORTATION LTD operates 67 power units with 112 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.
Does CARDINAL TRANSPORTATION LTD transport hazardous materials?
No. CARDINAL TRANSPORTATION LTD does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is CARDINAL TRANSPORTATION LTD located?
CARDINAL TRANSPORTATION LTD is based in COLUMBUS, Ohio at 700 HARRISON DR, 43204. Phone: (614) 274-2500.
What are CARDINAL TRANSPORTATION LTD's out-of-service rates?
CARDINAL TRANSPORTATION LTD'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 2.1% (national average: 20.72%). Below average, suggesting the fleet is well-maintained.