Nova Logistics INC
Des Plaines, IL
Profile data updated Mar 19, 2026 from official FMCSA records
Trust Score
Mixed
FMCSA data ↓
80
Power Units
80
Drivers
FMCSA since 2010 (15 yrs)
Authority Age
Not Rated
Safety Rating
Company Overview
NOVA LOGISTICS INC is an active carrier & broker registered with the FMCSA since October 2010. Based in Des Plaines, IL, they operate a fleet of 80 power units with 80 CDL drivers. They are classified as Interstate and operate interstate (beyond 100 miles). Their inferred equipment specializations include Dry Van and Box Truck.
Equipment Analysis
Based on FMCSA cargo authorization flags and roadside-inspection vehicle records, Nova Logistics INC operates the following equipment types:
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Fleet Breakdown
| Equipment | Owned | Term Leased | Trip Leased | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tractors | 0 | 80 | 0 | 80 |
| Trailers | 0 | 80 | 0 | 80 |
Authorized Cargo Types
Nova Logistics INC is authorized to transport the following 1 cargo type:
Operations Scope
CDL Drivers: 80
MCS-150 Mileage: 2,152,073 miles (2025)
Driver Information
80
Total Drivers
80
CDL Drivers
80
Interstate Drivers
Vehicles Operated by NOVA LOGISTICS INC
94 trucks identified from FMCSA inspection records. Last update: May 12, 2026.
What this fleet looks like
Top makes on record: Volvo Truck, Utility Trailer Manufacturer, Utility Trailer. Equipment breakdown: 49 SEMI-TRAILER, 44 TRUCK TRACTOR, 1 STRAIGHT TRUCK. Out-of-service rate is 12.8% — 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 (3 vehicle types)
| Vehicle type | Count | Share |
|---|---|---|
| SEMI-TRAILER | 49 | 52% |
| TRUCK TRACTOR | 44 | 47% |
| STRAIGHT TRUCK | 1 | 1% |
Trailers (49 on record)
Trailers recorded pulling under this carrier's DOT number in FMCSA roadside inspections. Individual trailer plates and VINs are listed in the plate and vehicle sections above.
| Semi-trailer | 49 |
| Utility Trailer | 46 |
| Volvo | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
| Brewer Uti | 1 |
Vehicle makes (4 brands on record)
| Make | Vehicles | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Volvo Truck | 34 | 36% |
| Utility Trailer Manufacturer | 32 | 34% |
| Utility Trailer | 17 | 18% |
| Volvo | 11 | 12% |
License plates on file (20 shown of 94 plates)
| Plate | State | Vehicle | Inspections | Last seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 869092ST | IL | UTILITY TR SEMI-TRAILER | 4 | May 2026 |
| P1148784 | IL | VOLVO TRUCK TRACTOR | 3 | May 2026 |
| P1148785 | IL | VOLVO TRUCK TRACTOR | 8 | May 2026 |
| 914352 | IL | UTILITY SEMI-TRAILER | 4 | May 2026 |
| P1158515 | IL | VOLV TRUCK TRACTOR | 6 | Apr 2026 |
| 903095ST | IL | UTILITY TR SEMI-TRAILER | 2 | Apr 2026 |
| P1148779 | IL | VOLV TRUCK TRACTOR | 6 | Apr 2026 |
| 869085ST | IL | UTILITY SEMI-TRAILER | 5 | Apr 2026 |
| P1182642 | IL | VOLVO TRUCK TRACTOR | 6 | Apr 2026 |
| 869083ST | IL | UTIL SEMI-TRAILER | 4 | Apr 2026 |
| 903097ST | IL | UTILITY TR SEMI-TRAILER | 7 | Mar 2026 |
| P1182641 | IL | VOLVO TRUCK TRACTOR | 5 | Mar 2026 |
| 896091ST | IL | UTILITY SEMI-TRAILER | 4 | Mar 2026 |
| P1158515 | IL | VOLVO TRUCK TRACTOR | 1 | Mar 2026 |
| 869082ST | IL | UTILITY SEMI-TRAILER | 3 | Feb 2026 |
| P1182640 | IL | VOLVO TRUCK TRACTOR | 2 | Feb 2026 |
| P1148778 | IL | VOLV TRUCK TRACTOR | 6 | Feb 2026 |
| P1182643 | IL | VOLVO TRUCK TRACTOR | 3 | Jan 2026 |
| 869087ST | IL | UTIL SEMI-TRAILER | 2 | Dec 2025 |
| 869090ST | IL | UTILITY SEMI-TRAILER | 2 | Nov 2025 |
Recent active vehicles (12 shown of 94)
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. Recall status is VIN-specific — use the NHTSA recall lookup linked on each vehicle above to see whether a given VIN has open (unremedied) recalls, or verify with the OEM dealer.
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Safety Performance
Good
Below national average OOS rates
O Trucking Safety Grade
95
Inspections
24 months
81
Violations
Total found
11
Out of Service
Orders issued
Out-of-Service Rates vs National Average
✓ Better than national average (-5.4%)
✓ Better than national average (-12.3%)
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/12/2026 | CO | Walk-Around | 0 | ✓ |
| 05/04/2026 | AR | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 04/30/2026 | WI | Walk-Around | 0 | ✓ |
| 04/14/2026 | MO | Full | 2 | 2 |
| 04/07/2026 | UT | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 04/03/2026 | WA | Walk-Around | 0 | ✓ |
| 03/27/2026 | MT | Full | 0 | ✓ |
| 03/14/2026 | MO | Walk-Around | 2 | 1 |
| 02/15/2026 | MS | Driver Only | 1 | ✓ |
| 02/13/2026 | GA | Driver Only | 1 | ✓ |
| 02/11/2026 | WA | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 02/05/2026 | OH | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 01/21/2026 | SD | Driver Only | 1 | ✓ |
| 01/18/2026 | SD | Driver Only | 1 | ✓ |
| 12/10/2025 | UT | Full | 2 | 1 |
Showing 15 of 95 inspections.
Inspection data from FMCSA (24-month window). Updated daily. View full inspection history on FMCSA →
Violation Breakdown
Insurance & Bonding
BIPD
$750,000
SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY
Cargo
Not on file
Bond
Not on file
| Type | Insurance Company | Form | Policy # | Coverage | Effective |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BIPD | SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | 91X | A0068285001 | $750,000 | 01/01/2025 |
View Insurance History (16 past records)
| Type | Company | Policy # | Effective | Cancelled | Method |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PROTECTIVE INSURANCE CO. | MD000139 | 10/27/2017 | 11/18/2018 | TERM/CANCL | |
| PROTECTIVE INSURANCE CO. | MD-005101 | 10/27/2021 | 10/27/2023 | TERM/REPL | |
| PROTECTIVE INSURANCE CO. | MD000139 | 10/27/2017 | 10/27/2021 | TERM/REPL | |
| WESTFIELD INSURANCE CO. | CSP 3 213 055 | 10/27/2015 | 10/27/2017 | TERM/REPL | |
| PROTECTIVE INSURANCE CO. | MD000139 | 10/27/2017 | 10/27/2017 | TERM/REPL | |
| PROTECTIVE INSURANCE CO. | MD000139 | 10/27/2017 | 10/27/2017 | TERM/REPL | |
| NGM INSURANCE COMPANY | MJ000531 | 10/27/2014 | 10/27/2015 | CANCEL | |
| NGM INSURANCE COMPANY | MJ000447 | 10/27/2013 | 10/27/2014 | CANCEL | |
| NGM INSURANCE COMPANY | MJ000294 | 10/27/2012 | 10/27/2013 | CANCEL | |
| SPARTA INSURANCE COMPANY | 013CP0067400 | 01/04/2012 | 10/27/2012 | CANCEL | |
| NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | LTO0001058 | 10/27/2010 | 10/27/2011 | CANCEL | |
| NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | LTO0001058 | 10/27/2010 | 10/27/2011 | CANCEL | |
| CAROLINA CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | KCA 2601342 | 10/27/2023 | 08/21/2024 | CANCEL | |
| PROTECTIVE INSURANCE CO. | MD000139 | 10/27/2017 | 08/05/2018 | TERM/CANCL | |
| SPARTA INSURANCE COMPANY | 013CP0067400 | 10/27/2011 | 01/04/2012 | TERM/REPL | |
| HIGHLANDER SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | DC910098-00 | 08/26/2024 | 01/01/2025 | TERM/REPL |
Insurance data sourced from FMCSA. Updated daily. Verify on FMCSA →
Crash History
3
Total Crashes
0
Fatalities
1
Injuries
3
Tow-Aways
| Date | State | Location | Fatal | Injuries | Tow |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/06/2024 | AZ | Flagstaff, AZ | 0 | 1 | Yes |
| 10/29/2024 | WY | GREEN RIVER, WY | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 09/25/2024 | FL | TAMARAC, FL | 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 NOVA LOGISTICS INC operate?
Based on their FMCSA cargo classifications and fleet data, NOVA LOGISTICS INC is inferred to operate: Dry Van and Box Truck.
Is NOVA LOGISTICS INC's authority currently active?
NOVA LOGISTICS INC currently holds active operating authority with the FMCSA.
How long has NOVA LOGISTICS INC been in business?
NOVA LOGISTICS INC has been registered with the FMCSA since October 2010, making their authority approximately 15 years, 9 months old.
Where is NOVA LOGISTICS INC located?
NOVA LOGISTICS INC is physically located at 232 HOWARD ST, DES PLAINES, IL 60018.
Roadside Inspection History 95 records
Individual inspections from FMCSA Motor Carrier Management Information System (MCMIS). Last 24 months. Updated monthly.
What this means
NOVA LOGISTICS INC has been inspected 95 times by state troopers and DOT inspectors in the past 24 months. Most inspections happened in SD, UT, MT. Out of these, 9 inspections (about 9%) 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 395.24 — 9 times in this window.
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-12 | CO | Level 2 · Walk-around | 0 | — |
| 2026-05-04 | AR | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2026-04-30 | WI | Level 2 · Walk-around | 0 | — |
| 2026-04-14 | MO | Level 1 · North American Standard (full) | 2 | OOS · 2 |
| 2026-04-07 | UT | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2026-04-03 | WA | Level 2 · Walk-around | 0 | — |
| 2026-03-27 | MT | Level 1 · North American Standard (full) | 0 | — |
| 2026-03-14 | MO | Level 2 · Walk-around | 2 | OOS · 1 |
| 2026-02-15 | MS | Level 3 · Driver-only | 1 | — |
| 2026-02-13 | GA | Level 3 · Driver-only | 1 | — |
| 2026-02-11 | WA | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2026-02-05 | OH | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2026-01-21 | SD | Level 3 · Driver-only | 1 | — |
| 2026-01-18 | SD | Level 3 · Driver-only | 1 | — |
| 2025-12-10 | UT | Level 1 · North American Standard (full) | 2 | OOS · 1 |
| 2025-12-05 | NV | Level 3 · Driver-only | 1 | — |
| 2025-11-20 | WA | Level 2 · Walk-around | 0 | — |
| 2025-11-19 | CO | Level 2 · Walk-around | 2 | — |
| 2025-11-14 | TN | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2025-11-14 | MT | Level 2 · Walk-around | 2 | — |
| 2025-11-12 | CA | Level 1 · North American Standard (full) | 0 | — |
| 2025-11-01 | MT | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2025-10-29 | ND | Level 3 · Driver-only | 1 | — |
| 2025-10-23 | UT | Level 3 · Driver-only | 1 | — |
| 2025-10-12 | UT | Level 1 · North American Standard (full) | 2 | OOS · 1 |
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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.
Roadside Violation Profile
Across FMCSA roadside inspections (rolling 24 months), NOVA LOGISTICS INC was cited for 57 violations, of which 11 (19%) placed a driver or vehicle out of service.
| BASIC category | Violations | Out-of-service |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Maintenance | 25 | 9 |
| Hours-of-Service Compliance | 16 | 1 |
| Unsafe Driving | 15 | 0 |
| Driver Fitness | 1 | 1 |
Source: FMCSA roadside-inspection violation records (rolling 24-month summary). Counts reflect citations across all inspections under this carrier's DOT number; see Inspection History for individual inspection events. Violation severity and CSA percentile scores are shown in the Safety & Compliance section.
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