Dexter Trucking Group Inc
USDOT 809975 · MC-360286 · Elkhart, Indiana · Interstate for-hire carrier · 100–249 power units
Dexter Trucking Group Inc (dba Dexter Axle Trucking Company) is a corporation based in Elkhart, Indiana, registered with the FMCSA as an interstate carrier (authorized for hire). It reports 160 power units and 143 drivers, which ranks it #89 by fleet size among 334 active for-hire carriers with 50+ power units headquartered in Indiana. In the 24 months to Sep 24, 2026 its trucks were inspected 247 times – about 1.5 inspections per power unit. 12.0% of vehicle inspections and 2.0% 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 8 reportable crashes in the last 24 months (3 injuries, 0 fatalities, 7 tow-away), or 5.0 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, metal: sheets, coils, rolls, logs, poles, beams, lumber, building materials, construction.
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Registration and contact
| Legal name | Dexter Trucking Group Inc |
|---|---|
| DBA name | Dexter Axle Trucking Company |
| USDOT number | 809975 |
| Operating authority (docket) | MC-360286 |
| Entity type | Authorized for Hire |
| Operation | Interstate |
| Business type | Corporation |
| Physical address | 2900 Industrial Pkwy, Elkhart, IN 46516 |
| Phone | (574) 295-7444 |
| First registered | May 11, 1999 |
| Last MCS-150 update | May 28, 2025 |
| Hazmat carrier | No |
Check live authority, insurance and out-of-service status: FMCSA SAFER snapshot for USDOT 809975.
Fleet and drivers
| Equipment | Owned | Term-leased | Trip-leased |
|---|---|---|---|
| Straight trucks | 20 | 32 | 0 |
| Truck tractors | 26 | 82 | 0 |
| Trailers | 86 | 98 | 6 |
- 0.89 drivers per power unit (national median for 50+ unit fleets: 0.99).
- 1.8 trailers per tractor.
- 6,167,980 miles reported for 2023 – about 38,550 miles per power unit vs a 41,613 median for 100–249-unit fleets.
- 38% of listed equipment is owned rather than leased.
- 123 CDL drivers; 136 drivers operate interstate beyond 100 miles, 7 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 Indiana carriers with 50+ units (334).
| Measure | Dexter Trucking Group Inc | Same size, US | IN average | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle out-of-service rate | 12.0% | 18.8% | 19.0% | 36% lower than average |
| Driver out-of-service rate | 2.0% | 2.6% | 2.7% | 22% lower than average |
| Crashes per 100 power units | 5.0 | 4.5 | 4.1 | 11% higher than average |
| Inspections | 247 | 247 with a driver check, 142 with a vehicle check, 143 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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FAQ
What is the USDOT number of Dexter Trucking Group Inc?
Dexter Trucking Group Inc is registered with USDOT number 809975 and operating authority MC-360286.
How many trucks does Dexter Trucking Group Inc have?
It reports 160 power units (108 tractors, 52 straight trucks) and 190 trailers, with 143 drivers, on its last MCS-150 update (May 28, 2025).
Where is Dexter Trucking Group Inc located?
Its registered physical address is in Elkhart, Indiana 46516.
What is the out-of-service rate of Dexter Trucking Group Inc?
Over 24 months, 12.0% of vehicle inspections and 2.0% 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.