Fleet typeIdentity
Asset-based
256 power units. Brokers price each fleet type apart.
Carrier profile · USDOT 326966 · MC-204764 ·
Lightning Transportation Inc
256 power unitsavg 10.7 yrMulti-region · 10 statesHAGERSTOWN, MD74/100
CARRIER ACTIVEMC-204764 ACTIVERATED SATISFACTORYHAZMAT
Observed fleet · trailing 24 mo daily
256Power units
204 observed · MCS-150
280Trailers seen
Decoded · vPIC
10.7Avg age (yr)
1997–2026 · vPIC
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Load decision ·
Review before loading
Operating, but with flags a broker should weigh before tendering freight.
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Vektor intelligence · beyond the federal recordProprietary signals computed from VIN-decoded inspections & daily FMCSA snapshots
Fleet age vs peersTypical
10.7 yr
Model years 1997–2026 · peer benchmark unavailable.
Identity stabilityStable
38 yr unchanged
Same registration since 1988 — no chameleon / reincarnation signal.
Cross-border activity
No border inspections on record
A named inspection location does not confirm a border transit or operating authority. Counts cover retained inspection records.
Safety and violations
Violation data is not available for this carrier right now.
Verification summary
LIGHTNING TRANSPORTATION INC (USDOT 326966) has a Vektor safety score of 74/100 and a Review before loading verdict, from the carrier's FMCSA record. FMCSA profile data as of Aug 16, 2026.
The carrier holds active common and contract for-hire operating authority per FMCSA L&I. FMCSA authority data as of Sep 3, 2026.
It has an active BIPD insurance filing with a $1,000,000 limit in force from OBSIDIAN INSURANCE COMPANY effective Dec 1, 2024 in FMCSA L&I's current snapshot. FMCSA insurance data as of Aug 16, 2026.
Its vehicle out-of-service rate was 35.7% over the last 24 months, versus the 22.26% CVSA national average, from FMCSA roadside-inspection data. FMCSA safety data as of Sep 17, 2026.
The carrier received 362 roadside inspections in the last 24 months — 244 vehicle-level and 361 driver-level — across 10 states, according to FMCSA roadside-inspection data. FMCSA operations data as of Sep 17, 2026.
The carrier has 20 reportable crashes in the last 24 months and 8 fatal crashes across the full FMCSA crash record available. FMCSA safety data as of Sep 17, 2026.
It reports 256 power units and 247 drivers in its most recent MCS-150 filing dated Jun 19, 2026. FMCSA identity data as of Sep 3, 2026.
It has an FMCSA safety rating of Satisfactory assigned Sep 28, 2010 in the federal record. FMCSA identity data as of Sep 3, 2026.
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Frequently asked
What is LIGHTNING TRANSPORTATION INC's USDOT number?
LIGHTNING TRANSPORTATION INC's USDOT number is 326966, and its motor carrier number is MC-204764.
Is LIGHTNING TRANSPORTATION INC authorized to operate?
FMCSA authority data as of Sep 3, 2026. LIGHTNING TRANSPORTATION INC is active in the FMCSA register with common, contract, broker operating authority on file.
What is LIGHTNING TRANSPORTATION INC's safety record?
LIGHTNING TRANSPORTATION INC has a 35.7% vehicle out-of-service rate (national average 22.26%) across 568 roadside inspections, with 20 reportable crashes in the last 24 months, and an FMCSA "Satisfactory" safety rating. Vektor's computed risk score is 74/100 (tier: review).
How big is LIGHTNING TRANSPORTATION INC's fleet?
LIGHTNING TRANSPORTATION INC operates 256 power units and 247 drivers per its most recent MCS-150 filing.
Where is LIGHTNING TRANSPORTATION INC based?
LIGHTNING TRANSPORTATION INC is based in HAGERSTOWN, MD, with roadside inspections recorded across 10 states.
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