B & D Transportation LLC
Plainfield, IN
Profile data updated Sep 2, 2025 from official FMCSA records
Trust Score
Limited History
FMCSA data ↓
1
Power Units
1
Drivers
Est. 2011 (15 yrs)
Authority Age
Not Rated
Safety Rating
Company Overview
B & D TRANSPORTATION LLC is an active carrier & broker registered with the FMCSA since June 2011. Based in PLAINFIELD, IN, They are classified as Interstate and operate interstate (beyond 100 miles). Their inferred equipment specialization is Car Hauler.
Equipment Analysis
Based on FMCSA cargo authorization flags and roadside-inspection vehicle records, B & D Transportation LLC operates the following equipment types:
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Fleet Breakdown
| Equipment | Owned | Term Leased | Trip Leased | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tractors | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Trailers | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Fleet Size Classification: 1 Truck
Authorized Cargo Types
B & D Transportation LLC is authorized to transport the following 1 cargo type:
Operations Scope
CDL Drivers: 1
MCS-150 Mileage: 34,776 miles (2024)
Driver Information
1
Total Drivers
1
CDL Drivers
1
Interstate Drivers
Vehicles Operated by B & D TRANSPORTATION LLC
2 trucks identified from FMCSA inspection records. Last update: Jul 15, 2025.
What this fleet looks like
Top makes on record: Freightliner, Kaufman. Equipment breakdown: 1 SEMI-TRAILER, 1 TRUCK TRACTOR. Critical out-of-service rate. More than 1 in 4 inspections is finding park-it issues. FMCSA intervention is likely. Fleet data is from FMCSA roadside inspection records (24-month rolling). Trucks that haven't been inspected recently may not appear.
Equipment mix (2 vehicle types)
| Vehicle type | Count | Share |
|---|---|---|
| SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | 50% |
| TRUCK TRACTOR | 1 | 50% |
Vehicle makes (2 brands on record)
| Make | Vehicles | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Freightliner | 1 | 50% |
| Kaufman | 1 | 50% |
License plates on file (2 shown)
Recent active vehicles (2 shown)
Fleet data is aggregated from FMCSA roadside inspection records (24-month rolling window). Vehicles inspected under this carrier's DOT number are listed. A VIN can appear under multiple carriers over its lifetime if leased, sold, or operated by different fleets at different times. For VIN-specific recall service status, verify directly with the OEM dealer or NHTSA.gov/recalls.
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Safety Performance
Below Average
Above average OOS rates
O Trucking Safety Grade
1
Inspections
24 months
4
Violations
Total found
2
Out of Service
Orders issued
Out-of-Service Rates vs National Average
✓ Better than national average (-7.5%)
✗ Worse than national average (+178.3%)
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/15/2025 | OH | Walk-Around | 4 | 2 |
Inspection data from FMCSA (24-month window). Updated daily. View full inspection history on FMCSA →
Violation Breakdown
Insurance & Bonding
BIPD
$1 Million
NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY
Cargo
Not on file
Bond
Not on file
| Type | Insurance Company | Form | Policy # | Coverage | Effective |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BIPD | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | 91X | WN396621 | $1 Million | 09/15/2025 |
View Insurance History (17 past records)
| Type | Company | Policy # | Effective | Cancelled | Method |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PROGRESSIVE SOUTHEASTERN INSURANCE COMPANY | CA 8262671 | 09/28/2011 | 12/17/2012 | CANCEL | |
| PROGRESSIVE SOUTHEASTERN INSURANCE COMPANY | CA 8262671 | 12/17/2012 | 12/11/2012 | TERM/REPL | |
| PROGRESSIVE SOUTHEASTERN INSURANCE COMPANY | CA 2002717 | 12/11/2012 | 12/11/2012 | TERM/REPL | |
| PROGRESSIVE SOUTHEASTERN INSURANCE COMPANY | CA 2002717 | 04/04/2013 | 11/07/2013 | CANCEL | |
| PROGRESSIVE SOUTHEASTERN INSURANCE COMPANY | CA 08139704 | 07/13/2011 | 11/04/2011 | TERM/CANCL | |
| PROGRESSIVE SOUTHEASTERN INSURANCE COMPANY | CA 08139704 | 07/13/2011 | 09/28/2011 | TERM/REPL | |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WN396621 | 07/16/2025 | 09/15/2025 | TERM/REPL | |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WN218222 | 06/22/2017 | 09/03/2020 | CANCEL | |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WN287382 | 09/03/2020 | 07/16/2025 | TERM/REPL | |
| PROGRESSIVE SOUTHEASTERN INSURANCE COMPANY | CA 2002717 | 05/18/2015 | 07/14/2015 | TERM/CANCL | |
| PROGRESSIVE SOUTHEASTERN INSURANCE COMPANY | CA 8139704 | 07/01/2011 | 07/13/2011 | TERM/REPL | |
| PROGRESSIVE SOUTHEASTERN INSURANCE COMPANY | CA 8139704 | 07/13/2011 | 07/13/2011 | TERM/REPL | |
| PROGRESSIVE SOUTHEASTERN INSURANCE COMPANY | CA 2538147 | 06/22/2015 | 06/22/2017 | TERM/REPL | |
| PROGRESSIVE SOUTHEASTERN INSURANCE COMPANY | CA 2002717 | 05/18/2015 | 06/22/2015 | TERM/REPL | |
| PROGRESSIVE SOUTHEASTERN INSURANCE COMPANY | CA 2002717 | 11/07/2013 | 05/18/2015 | CANCEL | |
| PROGRESSIVE SOUTHEASTERN INSURANCE COMPANY | CA 2002717 | 12/11/2012 | 04/04/2013 | CANCEL | |
| PROGRESSIVE SOUTHEASTERN INSURANCE COMPANY | CA 8262671 | 12/17/2012 | 01/14/2013 | TERM/CANCL |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What equipment does B & D TRANSPORTATION LLC operate?
Based on their FMCSA cargo classifications and fleet data, B & D TRANSPORTATION LLC is inferred to operate: Car Hauler.
Is B & D TRANSPORTATION LLC's authority currently active?
B & D TRANSPORTATION LLC currently holds active operating authority with the FMCSA.
How long has B & D TRANSPORTATION LLC been in business?
B & D TRANSPORTATION LLC has been registered with the FMCSA since June 2011, making their authority approximately 15 years old.
Where is B & D TRANSPORTATION LLC located?
B & D TRANSPORTATION LLC is physically located at 8443 CATCHFLY DR, PLAINFIELD, IN 46168.
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How does a fleet like B & D TRANSPORTATION LLC find qualified CDL drivers to hire in IN?
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Roadside Inspection History 1 records
Individual inspections from FMCSA Motor Carrier Management Information System (MCMIS). Last 24 months. Updated monthly.
What this means
B & D TRANSPORTATION LLC has been inspected 1 times by state troopers and DOT inspectors in the past 24 months. Most inspections happened in OH. Out of these, 1 inspections (about 100%) resulted in an out-of-service order — meaning the truck or driver was held until a violation was fixed. The national average vehicle out-of-service rate is roughly 21%. The most frequently cited violation is 392.2-SLLED — 1 times in this window.
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-15 | OH | Level 2 · Walk-around | 4 | OOS · 2 |
Most-Cited Violations
Top 4 violation types across this carrier's roadside inspections. Cards in red triggered an out-of-service order — the most serious outcome.
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