Best Way Logistics 1 Inc
USDOT 1916638 · MC-715857 · Elgin, Illinois · Interstate for-hire carrier · 100–249 power units
Best Way Logistics 1 Inc (dba Best Way Logistics) is a company based in Elgin, Illinois, registered with the FMCSA as an interstate carrier (authorized for hire). It reports 176 power units and 182 drivers, which ranks it #223 by fleet size among 1,090 active for-hire carriers with 50+ power units headquartered in Illinois. In the 24 months to Sep 24, 2026 its trucks were inspected 444 times – about 2.5 inspections per power unit. 19.8% of vehicle inspections and 3.4% of driver inspections ended with an out-of-service order, against 18.8% and 2.6% for carriers of the same size nationally. FMCSA records 16 reportable crashes in the last 24 months (4 injuries, 0 fatalities, 16 tow-away), or 9.1 per 100 power units versus 4.5 for its size band. Crash counts in FMCSA data do not indicate fault. Its registered cargo types are general freight, us mail, paper products.
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| Legal name | Best Way Logistics 1 Inc |
|---|---|
| DBA name | Best Way Logistics |
| USDOT number | 1916638 |
| Operating authority (docket) | MC-715857 |
| Entity type | Authorized for Hire |
| Operation | Interstate |
| Business type | — |
| Physical address | 1520 Sheldon Dr, Elgin, IL 60120 |
| Phone | (708) 234-8501 |
| First registered | Jul 20, 2009 |
| Last MCS-150 update | Aug 17, 2026 |
| Hazmat carrier | No |
Check live authority, insurance and out-of-service status: FMCSA SAFER snapshot for USDOT 1916638.
Fleet and drivers
| Equipment | Owned | Term-leased | Trip-leased |
|---|---|---|---|
| Straight trucks | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Truck tractors | 130 | 46 | 0 |
| Trailers | 200 | 0 | 0 |
- 1.03 drivers per power unit (national median for 50+ unit fleets: 0.99).
- 1.1 trailers per tractor.
- 18,900,000 miles reported for 2026 – about 107,386 miles per power unit vs a 41,613 median for 100–249-unit fleets.
- 88% of listed equipment is owned rather than leased.
- 182 CDL drivers; 170 drivers operate interstate beyond 100 miles, 12 within 100 miles.
Safety record
Roadside inspections Sep 25, 2024 – Sep 24, 2026; crashes Nov 1, 2024 – Oct 31, 2026. Benchmarks: 100–249-unit for-hire carriers nationally (2,611) and Illinois carriers with 50+ units (1,090).
| Measure | Best Way Logistics 1 Inc | Same size, US | IL average | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle out-of-service rate | 19.8% | 18.8% | 22.2% | about average |
| Driver out-of-service rate | 3.4% | 2.6% | 2.9% | 29% higher than average |
| Crashes per 100 power units | 9.1 | 4.5 | 5.7 | 103% higher than average |
| Inspections | 444 | 444 with a driver check, 162 with a vehicle check, 303 BASIC violations recorded, 1 hazmat-related | ||
| FMCSA safety rating | Not rated – most carriers have never had a compliance review; this is not a negative finding. | |||
Cargo carried
Less common in this directory: us mail (612 of 5,000 carriers).
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Closest fleet size and cargo mix among Illinois carriers in this directory.
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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FAQ
What is the USDOT number of Best Way Logistics 1 Inc?
Best Way Logistics 1 Inc is registered with USDOT number 1916638 and operating authority MC-715857.
How many trucks does Best Way Logistics 1 Inc have?
It reports 176 power units (176 tractors, 0 straight trucks) and 200 trailers, with 182 drivers, on its last MCS-150 update (Aug 17, 2026).
Where is Best Way Logistics 1 Inc located?
Its registered physical address is in Elgin, Illinois 60120.
What is the out-of-service rate of Best Way Logistics 1 Inc?
Over 24 months, 19.8% of vehicle inspections and 3.4% of driver inspections resulted in an out-of-service order (same-size national average: 18.8% vehicle, 2.6% 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.