White Lightning
Westminster, CO
Trust Score
Mixed
FMCSA data ↓
2
Power Units
1
Drivers
Est. 2023 (2 yrs)
Authority Age
Not Rated
Safety Rating
Company Overview
WHITE LIGHTNING is an active carrier & broker registered with the FMCSA since October 2023. Based in WESTMINSTER, CO, They are classified as Both Interstate & Intrastate and operate intrastate (beyond 100 miles). Their inferred equipment specializations include Car Hauler and Box Truck.
Equipment Analysis
Based on FMCSA cargo authorization flags and roadside-inspection vehicle records, White Lightning operates the following equipment types:
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Fleet Breakdown
| Equipment | Owned | Term Leased | Trip Leased | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trucks | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Trailers | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Fleet Size Classification: 2 Trucks
Authorized Cargo Types
White Lightning is authorized to transport the following 1 cargo type:
Operations Scope
MCS-150 Mileage: 115,562 miles (2025)
Driver Information
1
Total Drivers
1
Intrastate Drivers
Vehicles Operated by WHITE LIGHTNING
3 trucks identified from FMCSA inspection records. Last update: Apr 10, 2026.
What this fleet looks like
Top makes on record: Dodge, Ford, Kaufman. Equipment breakdown: 2 STRAIGHT TRUCK, 1 SEMI-TRAILER. Critical out-of-service rate. More than 1 in 4 inspections is finding park-it issues. FMCSA intervention is likely. No open NHTSA recalls identified on vehicles in this fleet. (Last cross-reference: Jul 2026.) 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 |
|---|---|---|
| STRAIGHT TRUCK | 2 | 67% |
| SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | 33% |
Vehicle makes (3 brands on record)
| Make | Vehicles | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Dodge | 1 | 33% |
| Ford | 1 | 33% |
| Kaufman | 1 | 33% |
License plates on file (3 shown)
Recent active vehicles (3 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.
Dispatch Services in CO
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Safety Performance
Below Average
Above average OOS rates
O Trucking Safety Grade
3
Inspections
24 months
17
Violations
Total found
6
Out of Service
Orders issued
Out-of-Service Rates vs National Average
✗ Worse than national average (+126.0%)
✗ Worse than national average (+45.0%)
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/04/2026 | CO | Full | 5 | 2 |
| 04/10/2026 | CO | Full | 5 | 1 |
| 05/27/2025 | CO | Full | 7 | 3 |
Inspection data from FMCSA (24-month window). Updated daily. View full inspection history on FMCSA →
Violation Breakdown
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Frequently Asked Questions
What equipment does WHITE LIGHTNING operate?
Based on their FMCSA cargo classifications and fleet data, WHITE LIGHTNING is inferred to operate: Car Hauler and Box Truck.
Is WHITE LIGHTNING's authority currently active?
WHITE LIGHTNING currently holds active operating authority with the FMCSA.
How long has WHITE LIGHTNING been in business?
WHITE LIGHTNING has been registered with the FMCSA since October 2023, making their authority approximately 2 years, 8 months old.
Where is WHITE LIGHTNING located?
WHITE LIGHTNING is physically located at 11727 FENTON ST, WESTMINSTER, CO 80020.
How can a Car Hauler carrier in CO get more loads?
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How does a fleet like WHITE LIGHTNING find qualified CDL drivers to hire in CO?
Most fleets in CO source drivers through a combination of: (1) ATS-listed job posting boards (Indeed, ZipRecruiter, CDLLife), (2) driver recruiting agencies that pre-screen candidates, (3) state-specific CDL school relationships, and (4) referral bonuses from current drivers. Average hire-cost in 2026 is $8,234–$20,729 per driver when factoring in recruiting spend, onboarding, and turnover. Read O Trucking's driver hiring guide for CO for benchmarks, average wages, and FMCSA hiring compliance requirements.
How do I verify a freight broker before hauling for them?
Before booking a load with any broker, verify: (1) active MC broker authority on FMCSA SAFER, (2) active BMC-84 surety bond or BMC-85 trust fund on FMCSA L&I, (3) double-brokering history via broker-credit reports, (4) days-to-pay reputation through carrier forums. O Trucking maintains an FMCSA-licensed broker directory with CO-based brokers — see our broker directory for CO.
Roadside Inspection History 3 records
Individual inspections from FMCSA Motor Carrier Management Information System (MCMIS). Last 24 months. Updated monthly.
What this means
WHITE LIGHTNING has been inspected 3 times by state troopers and DOT inspectors in the past 24 months. Most inspections happened in CO. Out of these, 3 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 393.207A-SAPPCBLM — 3 times in this window.
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-04 | CO | Level 1 · North American Standard (full) | 5 | OOS · 2 |
| 2026-04-10 | CO | Level 1 · North American Standard (full) | 5 | OOS · 1 |
| 2025-05-27 | CO | Level 1 · North American Standard (full) | 7 | OOS · 3 |
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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