Northern Logistics Inc
USDOT 295027 · MC-211602 · Clare, Michigan · Interstate for-hire carrier · 250–499 power units
Northern Logistics Inc is a corporation based in Clare, Michigan, registered with the FMCSA as an interstate carrier (authorized for hire). It reports 270 power units and 251 drivers, which ranks it #49 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 213 times – about 0.8 inspections per power unit. 11.9% of vehicle inspections and 0.5% of driver inspections ended with an out-of-service order, against 18.3% and 2.0% for carriers of the same size nationally. FMCSA records 15 reportable crashes in the last 24 months (4 injuries, 0 fatalities, 15 tow-away), or 5.6 per 100 power units versus 4.2 for its size band. Crash counts in FMCSA data do not indicate fault. Its registered cargo types are general freight.
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Registration and contact
| Legal name | Northern Logistics Inc |
|---|---|
| DBA name | — |
| USDOT number | 295027 |
| Operating authority (docket) | MC-211602 |
| Entity type | Authorized for Hire |
| Operation | Interstate |
| Business type | Corporation |
| Physical address | 4900 East Colonville Road, Clare, MI 48617 |
| Phone | (989) 386-7556 |
| First registered | Jun 10, 1987 |
| Last MCS-150 update | May 20, 2026 |
| Hazmat carrier | Yes |
Check live authority, insurance and out-of-service status: FMCSA SAFER snapshot for USDOT 295027.
Fleet and drivers
| Equipment | Owned | Term-leased | Trip-leased |
|---|---|---|---|
| Straight trucks | 8 | 0 | 0 |
| Truck tractors | 262 | 0 | 0 |
| Trailers | 565 | 0 | 0 |
- 0.93 drivers per power unit (national median for 50+ unit fleets: 0.99).
- 2.2 trailers per tractor – a drop-and-hook style trailer pool.
- 21,883,394 miles reported for 2026 – about 81,050 miles per power unit vs a 41,335 median for 250–499-unit fleets.
- 100% of listed equipment is owned rather than leased.
- 251 CDL drivers; 230 drivers operate interstate beyond 100 miles, 21 within 100 miles.
Safety record
Roadside inspections Sep 25, 2024 – Sep 24, 2026; crashes Nov 1, 2024 – Oct 31, 2026. Benchmarks: 250–499-unit for-hire carriers nationally (792) and Michigan carriers with 50+ units (349).
| Measure | Northern Logistics Inc | Same size, US | MI average | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle out-of-service rate | 11.9% | 18.3% | 17.2% | 35% lower than average |
| Driver out-of-service rate | 0.5% | 2.0% | 1.5% | 77% lower than average |
| Crashes per 100 power units | 5.6 | 4.2 | 4.5 | 34% higher than average |
| Inspections | 213 | 213 with a driver check, 101 with a vehicle check, 70 BASIC violations recorded, 2 hazmat-related | ||
| FMCSA safety rating | Satisfactory (rated Jul 23, 1991) | |||
Cargo carried
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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FAQ
What is the USDOT number of Northern Logistics Inc?
Northern Logistics Inc is registered with USDOT number 295027 and operating authority MC-211602.
How many trucks does Northern Logistics Inc have?
It reports 270 power units (262 tractors, 8 straight trucks) and 565 trailers, with 251 drivers, on its last MCS-150 update (May 20, 2026).
Where is Northern Logistics Inc located?
Its registered physical address is in Clare, Michigan 48617.
What is the out-of-service rate of Northern Logistics Inc?
Over 24 months, 11.9% of vehicle inspections and 0.5% of driver inspections resulted in an out-of-service order (same-size national average: 18.3% vehicle, 2.0% 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.