The Distribution Group
USDOT 184089 · MC-267378 · Grand Rapids, Michigan · Interstate for-hire carrier · 50–99 power units
The Distribution Group is a corporation based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, registered with the FMCSA as an interstate carrier (authorized for hire). It reports 91 power units and 114 drivers, which ranks it #170 by fleet size among 349 active for-hire carriers with 50+ power units headquartered in Michigan. In the 24 months to Sep 24, 2026 its trucks were inspected 23 times – about 0.3 inspections per power unit. 36.4% of vehicle inspections and 0.0% of driver inspections ended with an out-of-service order, against 20.5% and 3.3% for carriers of the same size nationally. FMCSA records 5 reportable crashes in the last 24 months (2 injuries, 0 fatalities, 5 tow-away), or 5.5 per 100 power units versus 4.8 for its size band. Crash counts in FMCSA data do not indicate fault. Its registered cargo types are general freight, fresh produce, meat, chemicals, commodities dry bulk, refrigerated food, beverages, paper products.
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Registration and contact
| Legal name | The Distribution Group |
|---|---|
| DBA name | — |
| USDOT number | 184089 |
| Operating authority (docket) | MC-267378 |
| Entity type | Authorized for Hire |
| Operation | Interstate |
| Business type | Corporation |
| Physical address | 650 Ionia Ave Sw, Grand Rapids, MI 49503 |
| Phone | (616) 475-0900 |
| First registered | Jun 1, 1974 |
| Last MCS-150 update | Dec 16, 2025 |
| Hazmat carrier | No |
Check live authority, insurance and out-of-service status: FMCSA SAFER snapshot for USDOT 184089.
Fleet and drivers
| Equipment | Owned | Term-leased | Trip-leased |
|---|---|---|---|
| Straight trucks | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Truck tractors | 90 | 0 | 0 |
| Trailers | 125 | 0 | 0 |
- 1.25 drivers per power unit (national median for 50+ unit fleets: 0.99).
- 1.4 trailers per tractor.
- 3,996,499 miles reported for 2024 – about 43,918 miles per power unit vs a 38,151 median for 50–99-unit fleets.
- 100% of listed equipment is owned rather than leased.
- 114 CDL drivers; 83 drivers operate interstate beyond 100 miles, 31 within 100 miles.
Safety record
Roadside inspections Sep 25, 2024 – Sep 24, 2026; crashes Nov 1, 2024 – Oct 31, 2026. Benchmarks: 50–99-unit for-hire carriers nationally (5,500) and Michigan carriers with 50+ units (349).
| Measure | The Distribution Group | Same size, US | MI average | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Small sample: fewer than 20 vehicle or driver inspections, so rates can swing a lot with one inspection. | ||||
| Vehicle out-of-service rate | 36.4% | 20.5% | 17.2% | 78% higher than average |
| Driver out-of-service rate | 0.0% | 3.3% | 1.5% | none recorded |
| Crashes per 100 power units | 5.5 | 4.8 | 4.5 | 15% higher than average |
| Inspections | 23 | 23 with a driver check, 11 with a vehicle check, 24 BASIC violations recorded | ||
| FMCSA safety rating | Not rated – most carriers have never had a compliance review; this is not a negative finding. | |||
Cargo carried
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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FAQ
What is the USDOT number of The Distribution Group?
The Distribution Group is registered with USDOT number 184089 and operating authority MC-267378.
How many trucks does The Distribution Group have?
It reports 91 power units (90 tractors, 1 straight trucks) and 125 trailers, with 114 drivers, on its last MCS-150 update (Dec 16, 2025).
Where is The Distribution Group located?
Its registered physical address is in Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503.
What is the out-of-service rate of The Distribution Group?
Over 24 months, 36.4% of vehicle inspections and 0.0% of driver inspections resulted in an out-of-service order (same-size national average: 20.5% vehicle, 3.3% driver).
Source: FMCSA Company Census File, SMS inspection file and Crash File (data.transportation.gov), refreshed 2026-11-04. Figures are as reported to FMCSA and may lag. How we calculate these numbers. Spotted an error? Carriers update their record with FMCSA via the MCS-150 form; see corrections.