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Carrier profile · USDOT 1895894 · MC-681898 ·
Lightning Logistics LLC
15 power unitsavg 9.8 yrRegional · 6 statesHOUSTON, TX86/100
CARRIER ACTIVEMC-681898 ACTIVERATED SATISFACTORYHAZMAT
Observed fleet · trailing 24 mo daily
15Power units
16 observed · MCS-150
17Trailers seen
Decoded · vPIC
9.8Avg age (yr)
1998–2026 · vPIC
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Vektor intelligence · beyond the federal recordProprietary signals computed from VIN-decoded inspections & daily FMCSA snapshots
Fleet age vs peersTypical
9.8 yr
Model years 1998–2026 · peer benchmark unavailable.
Identity stabilityStable
17 yr unchanged
Same registration since 2009 — no chameleon / reincarnation signal.
Cross-border activity
No border inspections on record
35 other inspections in border states, with no named crossing match.
A named inspection location does not confirm a border transit or operating authority. Counts cover retained inspection records.
Safety and violations
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Verification summary
LIGHTNING LOGISTICS LLC (USDOT 1895894) has a Vektor safety score of 86/100 and a Clear to load verdict, from the carrier's FMCSA record. FMCSA profile data as of Oct 11, 2026.
The carrier holds active common for-hire operating authority per FMCSA L&I. FMCSA authority data as of Oct 14, 2026.
It has an active BIPD insurance filing with a $1,000,000 limit in force from NATIONAL INTERSTATE INSURANCE COMPANY effective Jan 28, 2022 in FMCSA L&I's current snapshot. FMCSA insurance data as of Oct 11, 2026.
Its vehicle out-of-service rate was 40.0% over the last 24 months, versus the 22.26% CVSA national average, from FMCSA roadside-inspection data. FMCSA safety data as of Oct 14, 2026.
The carrier received 31 roadside inspections in the last 24 months — 30 vehicle-level and 31 driver-level — across 6 states, according to FMCSA roadside-inspection data. FMCSA operations data as of Oct 14, 2026.
The carrier has 0 reportable crashes in the last 24 months and 0 fatal crashes across the full FMCSA crash record available. FMCSA safety data as of Oct 14, 2026.
It reports 15 power units and 49 drivers in its most recent MCS-150 filing dated Jul 8, 2025. FMCSA identity data as of Oct 14, 2026.
It has an FMCSA safety rating of Satisfactory assigned Dec 1, 2011 in the federal record. FMCSA identity data as of Oct 14, 2026.
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Frequently asked
What is LIGHTNING LOGISTICS LLC's USDOT number?
LIGHTNING LOGISTICS LLC's USDOT number is 1895894, and its motor carrier number is MC-681898.
Is LIGHTNING LOGISTICS LLC authorized to operate?
FMCSA authority data as of Oct 14, 2026. LIGHTNING LOGISTICS LLC is active in the FMCSA register with common, contract, broker operating authority on file.
What is LIGHTNING LOGISTICS LLC's safety record?
LIGHTNING LOGISTICS LLC has a 40.0% vehicle out-of-service rate (national average 22.26%) across 46 roadside inspections, with 0 reportable crashes in the last 24 months, and an FMCSA "Satisfactory" safety rating. Vektor's computed risk score is 86/100 (tier: clear).
How big is LIGHTNING LOGISTICS LLC's fleet?
LIGHTNING LOGISTICS LLC operates 15 power units and 49 drivers per its most recent MCS-150 filing.
Where is LIGHTNING LOGISTICS LLC based?
LIGHTNING LOGISTICS LLC is based in HOUSTON, TX, with roadside inspections recorded across 6 states.
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