D-B Cartage INC
Beford Park, IL
Profile data updated Aug 19, 2025 from official FMCSA records
Trust Score
Mixed
FMCSA data ↓
41
Power Units
41
Drivers
FMCSA since 1989 (36 yrs)
Authority Age
S
Safety Rating
Company Overview
D-B CARTAGE INC is an active motor carrier registered with the FMCSA since December 1989. Based in Beford Park, IL, they operate a fleet of 41 power units with 41 CDL drivers. They are classified as Interstate and operate interstate (beyond 100 miles). Their inferred equipment specializations include Dry Van, Box Truck and Intermodal.
Equipment Analysis
Based on FMCSA cargo authorization flags and roadside-inspection vehicle records, D-B Cartage INC operates the following equipment types:
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Fleet Breakdown
| Equipment | Owned | Term Leased | Trip Leased | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tractors | 41 | 0 | 0 | 41 |
| Trailers | 0 | 40 | 0 | 40 |
Authorized Cargo Types
D-B Cartage INC is authorized to transport the following 2 cargo types:
Operations Scope
CDL Drivers: 41
MCS-150 Mileage: 1,727,855 miles (2024)
Driver Information
41
Total Drivers
41
CDL Drivers
41
Interstate Drivers
Vehicles Operated by D-B CARTAGE INC
17 trucks identified from FMCSA inspection records. Last update: May 11, 2026.
What this fleet looks like
Top makes on record: International, Freightliner, Cimc Vehic. Equipment breakdown: 7 STRAIGHT TRUCK, 6 TRUCK TRACTOR, 2 SEMI-TRAILER. Out-of-service rate is 11.8% — about 1 in 8 inspections finds something serious enough to park the truck. Worth asking the carrier about their preventive-maintenance program. Fleet data is from FMCSA roadside inspection records (24-month rolling). Trucks that haven't been inspected recently may not appear.
Equipment mix (4 vehicle types)
| Vehicle type | Count | Share |
|---|---|---|
| STRAIGHT TRUCK | 7 | 41% |
| TRUCK TRACTOR | 6 | 35% |
| SEMI-TRAILER | 2 | 12% |
| INTERMODAL CHASSIS | 2 | 12% |
Vehicle makes (7 brands on record)
| Make | Vehicles | Share |
|---|---|---|
| International | 6 | 35% |
| Freightliner | 5 | 29% |
| Cimc Vehic | 2 | 12% |
| Peterbilt | 1 | 6% |
| Vanguard National Trailer Corporation (vntc) | 1 | 6% |
| Volvo | 1 | 6% |
| Cimc | 1 | 6% |
License plates on file (17 shown)
| Plate | State | Vehicle | Inspections | Last seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2810550 | IN | INTL STRAIGHT TRUCK | 4 | May 2026 |
| 2809552 | IN | INTL STRAIGHT TRUCK | 2 | Mar 2026 |
| P1006677 | IL | PTRB TRUCK TRACTOR | 1 | Jun 2025 |
| 2809990 | IN | INTL STRAIGHT TRUCK | 1 | Jun 2025 |
| 2809989 | IN | INTL STRAIGHT TRUCK | 2 | May 2025 |
| TEMP | IL | FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR | 1 | May 2025 |
| P1183797 | IL | FREIGHTLIN TRUCK TRACTOR | 1 | Mar 2025 |
| T957240 | TN | CIMC VEHIC INTERMODAL CHASSIS | 1 | Mar 2025 |
| P1059239 | IL | FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR | 1 | Nov 2024 |
| 791826ST | IL | VAN SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | Nov 2024 |
| P935048 | IL | FRHT STRAIGHT TRUCK | 2 | Sep 2024 |
| P1008968 | IL | FREIGHTLIN TRUCK TRACTOR | 1 | Aug 2024 |
| 019186T | TN | CIMC VEHIC INTERMODAL CHASSIS | 1 | Aug 2024 |
| 3385864 | IN | INTL STRAIGHT TRUCK | 1 | Aug 2024 |
| P1206980 | IL | VOLV TRUCK TRACTOR | 1 | Aug 2024 |
| U829130 | TN | CIMC SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | Aug 2024 |
| 2810532 | IN | INTL STRAIGHT TRUCK | 1 | Jun 2024 |
Plate registrations span 3 states: IL (8) · IN (6) · TN (3)
Recent active vehicles (12 shown of 17)
Showing the most recently active 12 vehicles. Full fleet records are available via direct VIN search.
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
Good
Below national average OOS rates
O Trucking Safety Grade
17
Inspections
24 months
19
Violations
Total found
1
Out of Service
Orders issued
Out-of-Service Rates vs National Average
✓ Better than national average (-7.5%)
✓ Better than national average (-15.8%)
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/11/2026 | IL | Walk-Around | 2 | ✓ |
| 05/13/2026 | IL | Full | 0 | ✓ |
| 05/11/2026 | IL | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 03/27/2026 | IL | Full | 5 | 1 |
| 06/24/2025 | IL | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 06/09/2025 | IL | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 05/17/2025 | IL | Walk-Around | 1 | ✓ |
| 05/12/2025 | IL | Driver Only | 1 | ✓ |
| 03/11/2025 | IN | Driver Only | 6 | ✓ |
| 03/08/2025 | IL | Walk-Around | 2 | ✓ |
| 11/18/2024 | IL | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 10/01/2024 | IL | Walk-Around | 0 | ✓ |
| 09/27/2024 | IL | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 09/20/2024 | IL | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 08/22/2024 | IN | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
Showing 15 of 17 inspections.
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Violation Breakdown
Insurance & Bonding
BIPD
$1 Million
CAROLINA CASUALTY INSURANCE CO.
Cargo
Not on file
Bond
Self-Insured / N/A
ALLEGHENY CASUALTY COMPANY
| Type | Insurance Company | Form | Policy # | Coverage | Effective |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BIPD | CAROLINA CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | 91X | KCA 2600401 | $1 Million | 12/01/2021 |
| Bond / Surety | ALLEGHENY CASUALTY COMPANY | 84 | ACC006A001706 | Self-Insured / N/A | 12/05/2025 |
View Insurance History (20 past records)
| Type | Company | Policy # | Effective | Cancelled | Method |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ALLEGHENY CASUALTY COMPANY | ACC006A001706 | 12/05/2024 | 12/05/2025 | TERM/REPL | |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP39783A | 06/24/2006 | 12/01/2021 | TERM/REPL | |
| HOUSTON GENERAL INSURANCE CO. | CMP 9491319-00 | 09/23/1995 | 11/05/1997 | TERM/CANCL | |
| THE EMPLOYERS' FIRE INSURANCE CO. | FWR567311 | 09/23/1997 | 09/23/2001 | TERM/REPL | |
| ONEBEACON AMERICA INSURANCE COMPANY | CWR567316 | 09/23/2000 | 09/23/2001 | TERM/REPL | |
| ONEBEACON AMERICA INSURANCE COMPANY | CW R56 73 16 | 09/23/1997 | 09/23/2000 | CANCEL | |
| HOUSTON GENERAL INSURANCE CO. | CTR 9491318-00 | 09/23/1995 | 09/23/1997 | TERM/REPL | |
| HOUSTON GENERAL INSURANCE CO. | CMP 9491319-00 | 09/23/1995 | 09/23/1997 | TERM/REPL | |
| HAWKEYE SECURITY INSURANCE CO. | HDT7-036126-22 | 06/05/1995 | 09/23/1995 | TERM/REPL | |
| HAWKEYE SECURITY INSURANCE CO. | HDT703612622 | 06/05/1995 | 09/23/1995 | TERM/REPL | |
| LEGION INDEMNITY COMPANY | TP 4-076 52 43 | 09/23/2001 | 07/19/2002 | TERM/CANCL | |
| LEGION INDEMNITY COMPANY | CP4-076 52 44 | 09/23/2001 | 07/19/2002 | TERM/CANCL | |
| HARTFORD FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY | 83 MS AJ1072 | 06/24/2005 | 06/24/2006 | TERM/REPL | |
| LINCOLN GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY | LTI100115-02 | 06/24/2005 | 06/24/2006 | CANCEL | |
| LINCOLN GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY | LTI10011501 | 06/24/2004 | 06/24/2005 | CANCEL | |
| PEERLESS INSURANCE CO. | IM 9607871 | 06/24/2002 | 06/24/2005 | TERM/REPL | |
| LINCOLN GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY | LTI100115 | 06/24/2003 | 06/24/2004 | CANCEL | |
| REPUBLIC WESTERN INSURANCE COMPANY | TRK 000 2066 | 06/24/2002 | 06/24/2003 | CANCEL | |
| LEGION INDEMNITY COMPANY | TP 4-076 52 43 | 09/23/2001 | 06/24/2002 | TERM/REPL | |
| LEGION INDEMNITY COMPANY | CP4-076 52 44 | 09/23/2001 | 06/24/2002 | TERM/REPL |
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Crash History
5
Total Crashes
0
Fatalities
0
Injuries
5
Tow-Aways
| Date | State | Location | Fatal | Injuries | Tow |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/22/2025 | IL | Mt Prospect, IL | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 11/13/2025 | IL | PLAINFIELD TWP, IL | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 10/27/2025 | IL | WOODRIDGE, IL | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 07/21/2025 | IL | JUSTICE, IL | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 12/29/2024 | IL | BOURBONNAIS TWP, IL | 0 | 0 | Yes |
Crash data from FMCSA. Does not include driver information per federal privacy requirements. View full crash report on FMCSA →
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Frequently Asked Questions
What equipment does D-B CARTAGE INC operate?
Based on their FMCSA cargo classifications and fleet data, D-B CARTAGE INC is inferred to operate: Dry Van, Box Truck and Intermodal.
Is D-B CARTAGE INC's authority currently active?
D-B CARTAGE INC currently holds active operating authority with the FMCSA.
How long has D-B CARTAGE INC been in business?
D-B CARTAGE INC has been registered with the FMCSA since December 1989, making their authority approximately 36 years, 7 months old.
Where is D-B CARTAGE INC located?
D-B CARTAGE INC is physically located at 7424 S CENTRAL AVE, BEFORD PARK, IL 60638.
Roadside Inspection History 17 records
Individual inspections from FMCSA Motor Carrier Management Information System (MCMIS). Last 24 months. Updated monthly.
What this means
D-B CARTAGE INC has been inspected 17 times by state troopers and DOT inspectors in the past 24 months. Most inspections happened in IL, IN, IA. Out of these, 1 inspections (about 6%) 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-SLLS2 (State/local laws — Speeding 6-10 mph over limit) — 2 times in this window.
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-11 | IL | Level 2 · Walk-around | 2 | — |
| 2026-05-13 | IL | Level 1 · North American Standard (full) | 0 | — |
| 2026-05-11 | IL | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2026-03-27 | IL | Level 1 · North American Standard (full) | 5 | OOS · 1 |
| 2025-06-24 | IL | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2025-06-09 | IL | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2025-05-17 | IL | Level 2 · Walk-around | 1 | — |
| 2025-05-12 | IL | Level 3 · Driver-only | 1 | — |
| 2025-03-11 | IN | Level 3 · Driver-only | 6 | — |
| 2025-03-08 | IL | Level 2 · Walk-around | 2 | — |
| 2024-11-18 | IL | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2024-10-01 | IL | Level 2 · Walk-around | 0 | — |
| 2024-09-27 | IL | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2024-09-20 | IL | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2024-08-22 | IN | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2024-08-13 | IL | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2024-08-13 | IA | Level 3 · Driver-only | 2 | — |
Most-Cited Violations
Top 10 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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