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OUT OF SERVICE

This carrier has an active federal Out of Service order issued by FMCSA and is not authorized to operate commercial motor vehicles.

UNIVERSAL LOGISTICS INC

DBA: UNITED CARTAGE

ActiveNot RatedINTERSTATE

UNIVERSAL LOGISTICS INC is a motor carrier based in NEWPORT NEWS, Virginia, registered with FMCSA since 2009. Their fleet consists of 5 commercial vehicles staffed by 6 drivers. Their vehicle out-of-service rate of 0.0% is below the national average of 20.7%, suggesting relatively well-maintained equipment. This carrier currently has an active Out of Service order from FMCSA and is not authorized to operate. Our composite safety score rates this carrier at 45/100, indicating a mixed safety profile that warrants closer review.

Power Units

Drivers

1852556

USDOT #

45/100

Safety Score

Company Details

Legal Name: UNIVERSAL LOGISTICS INC
USDOT Number: 1852556
Entity Type: CARRIER
Address: 715 INDUSTRIAL PARK DR
NEWPORT NEWS, VA 23608
Phone: (614) 715-3364
Carrier Operation: Interstate
Last MCS-150 Update: September 5, 2025

Inspection Record

Type	Total	Rate	Nat'l Avg
Vehicle	1	0.0%	20.7%
Driver	1	0.0%	5.5%
Hazmat	0	0.0%	4.5%

Insurance

Insurer: ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY

BIPD Liability: $1.0M(req: $750K)OK
Cargo: N/A
Bond/Surety: N/A

Out of Service Orders

ACTIVE2012-08-03

New Entrant Revoked - Failure of Safety Audit

Rescinded: 2012-09-06

BASICs Safety Scores

Unsafe Driving0%

Crash IndicatorN/A

HOS Compliance0%

Vehicle Maintenance0%

Controlled Substances0%

Hazmat ComplianceN/A

Driver Fitness0%

Higher percentile = worse safety performance. Scores above 75% may trigger FMCSA intervention.

Location

715 INDUSTRIAL PARK DR, NEWPORT NEWS, VA 23608

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is UNIVERSAL LOGISTICS INC's USDOT number?

UNIVERSAL LOGISTICS INC's USDOT number is 1852556. The company is based in NEWPORT NEWS, Virginia.

Is UNIVERSAL LOGISTICS INC a safe trucking company?

UNIVERSAL LOGISTICS INC has not received a formal safety rating from FMCSA. The company has had 1 vehicle inspections with a 0.0% out-of-service rate (national average: 20.7%). WARNING: This carrier currently has an active Out of Service order.

How many trucks does UNIVERSAL LOGISTICS INC have?

UNIVERSAL LOGISTICS INC operates 5 power units (trucks/commercial vehicles) and employs 6 drivers, according to their latest FMCSA filing.

Does UNIVERSAL LOGISTICS INC have adequate insurance?

UNIVERSAL LOGISTICS INC has $1.0M in BIPD liability insurance on file (meets the required $750K). Insured by ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY.

Source: FMCSA Safety and Fitness Electronic Records (SAFER) System