--- title: "BEST CARTAGE INC | DOT 244285 | Carrier Profile" url: https://runalphaloops.com/carrier/nc/244285/best-cartage-inc description: "BEST CARTAGE INC is a interstate carrier based in KERNERSVILLE, NC. Fleet size: 64 power units, 51 drivers. DOT# 244285, MC# 173882." lang: en --- Active Interstate # BEST CARTAGE INC Risk score · full evidence · 72-hour access · No account required DOT # 244285 MC # 173882 Location KERNERSVILLE, NC Phone 8008491818 Power Units 64 Drivers 51 Trailers 371 Annual Miles In full report Entity Type CORPORATION MCS-150 Date Mar 18, 2026 ## Risk Signals — BEST CARTAGE INC Scanning active / 10 CLEAR Full risk analysis — historical patterns, fraud connections, financial signals — runs when you… Authority for sale No active listings detected… CLEAR Equipment for sale 1 fleet VIN listed — routine for fleet size… LOW Financial risk Analyzed in the full report… LOCKED Fraud signals Connection analysis in the full report… LOCKED Historical patterns Pattern analysis runs when you unlock the report… LOCKED Recent activity No adverse news in 90 days… CLEAR Unlock the full vetting report Get the exact risk score, full analysis, and the specific evidence + sources behind every signal. One-time · no account required ## Inspection Summary Recent Inspections (90 Days) 15 Vehicle OOS Rate 13.3% 2 of 15 National avg ~21% Driver OOS Rate 0% 0 of 15 National avg ~5% OOS Inspections 2 Driver + Vehicle OOS Most recent Sep 18, 2026 · SC Clean rate (90d) 85% Every inspection with date, location, level, violations found, and out-of-service results. ## Crash Summary Total Crashes 135 All time Fatalities 8 Injuries 83 Tow-Away 129 ## Counterparty Reports Email-verified, moderated transaction reports from brokers, shippers, and carriers who worked with BEST CARTAGE INC. No verified counterparty reports yet Worked a load with BEST CARTAGE INC? Be the first to report how it went. ## About BEST CARTAGE INC Best Cartage Inc, operating as BEST Logistics Group, is a transportation and logistics company with over 35 years of experience providing asset-based trucking solutions, freight management, and consulting services across multiple industries. The company operates a fleet of more than 3,000 pieces of equipment and serves diverse sectors including food and beverage, automotive, construction, waste management, and agriculture, with dedicated capabilities for specialized, heavy haul, and mission-critical freight. #### Key Features Freight management Consulting solutions Asset-based trucking solutions Freight logistics services Equipment rental Warehousing ### Related Companies 5 found Who this carrier is linked to and how — shared officers, common addresses, and entities under the same ownership. ### Service Regions Active in 11 states Top states: NC SC MD TN VA Full state-by-state operating volumes, inspection locations, and lane coverage analysis. ### CSA Safety Scores 5 BASICs 5 BASICs measured Percentile rankings pending FMCSA publication — raw measures + violations available in the report. Full BASIC percentiles, measure scores, BASIC + roadside alerts, and Acute Carrier flags from the latest FMCSA SMS snapshot. ## Operating Authority Common Authority Holds Active Authority(41.8 years) Contract Authority Holds Active Authority(34.7 years) Broker Authority Holds Active Authority(34.7 years) ### Insurance & Coverage BIPD, cargo, and excess liability coverage amounts, policy history, and insurer names. ## Contact Information 8008491818 Physical Address 829 GRAVES ST KERNERSVILLE, NC 27284 ## Cargo & Operations Cargo Carried General Freight Livestock Beverages ### Violations by Category 35 total Most common category Vehicle Maintenance · 54% of violations across 5 categories Full violation breakdown by category, out-of-service rates, and historical trends over time. ### Fleet Analytics 147 trucks Top manufacturers FREIGHTLINER PETERBILT KENWORTH Sample units 3AKJHTDVXRDVXXXXX 2024 FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA 116 1FVXA7CG7ELFXXXXX 2014 FREIGHTLINER COLUMBIA 120 Full manufacturer, model, and model-year breakdown plus the VIN-level fleet roster. 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See AlphaLoops for Brokers: https://runalphaloops.com/lp/broker-vetting Free trial · no credit card upfront Covers every U.S. carrier Risk score · evidence · 72h access ## Structured data ```json [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "LocalBusiness", "name": "BEST CARTAGE INC", "url": "https://runalphaloops.com/carrier/nc/244285/best-cartage-inc", "areaServed": [ { "@type": "State", "name": "NC" }, { "@type": "State", "name": "SC" }, { "@type": "State", "name": "MD" }, { "@type": "State", "name": "TN" }, { "@type": "State", "name": "VA" } ], "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "streetAddress": "829 GRAVES ST", "addressLocality": "KERNERSVILLE", "addressRegion": "NC", "postalCode": "27284", "addressCountry": "US" }, "telephone": "8008491818", "identifier": [ { "@type": "PropertyValue", "name": "DOT Number", "value": "244285" }, { "@type": "PropertyValue", "name": "MC Number", "value": "173882" } ], "numberOfEmployees": { "@type": "QuantitativeValue", "value": 51 } }, { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "FAQPage", "mainEntity": [ { "@type": "Question", "name": "What is BEST CARTAGE INC's DOT number?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "BEST CARTAGE INC's USDOT number is 244285. Their motor carrier number (MC#) is 173882. These numbers are assigned by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA)." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Where is BEST CARTAGE INC located?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "BEST CARTAGE INC is based in KERNERSVILLE, NC 27284. They can be reached at 8008491818." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How large is BEST CARTAGE INC's fleet?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "BEST CARTAGE INC operates 64 power units with 51 drivers." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Is BEST CARTAGE INC currently active?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "BEST CARTAGE INC's USDOT registration is currently listed as active." } } ] }, { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "WebSite", "name": "AlphaLoops", "alternateName": [ "AlphaLoops.com", "Run AlphaLoop" ], "url": "https://runalphaloops.com/" } ] ```