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ALDEN LOGISTICS INC
Melvindale, MI
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Elevated Out-of-Service Rate
35.0% of this carrier's roadside inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service — higher than 77% of carriers with a comparable number of inspections. This is a CarrierChk calculation from FMCSA inspection records, not an FMCSA rating.
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FMCSA status: Active & Authorized · DOT 888722 · MC 387036
Broker
Satisfactory
Active 5 months
Broker Vetting Summary
Key signals from current FMCSA records
Authority
Active
MC-387036 · Common carrier
Insurance
On File
Zurich American Insurance Company
Safety
Satisfactory
35.0% OOS · 33 inspections on record
Flags · 2
Elevated Out-of-Service Rate
35.0% of this carrier's roadside inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service — higher than 77% of carriers with a comparable number of inspections. This is a CarrierChk calculation from FMCSA inspection records, not an FMCSA rating.
New Authority
Authority granted April 30, 2026 — less than 6 months of continuous operating history.
Broker Authority
Broker Authority
Active
Docket
MC387036
Surety Bond
Bond on file with American Alternative Insurance Corporation, since September 9, 2019
Authority Age
5 months
Revocation Filings
2
Vetting notes
- Operating authority active for 5 months
- Insurance on file: $1,000,000
- FMCSA safety rating: Satisfactory
- Vehicle out-of-service rate 54.5% — above the 20.7% national average
- Driver out-of-service rate 7.7% — above the 5.5% national average
- 33 FMCSA inspections on record
Authority & Compliance
Authority, insurance and required filings
Operating Authority
MC387036
Broker of Property (Except Household Goods) · $0 required
Insurance on File
ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY
BI&PD · $1,000,000 · Policy TRK 9185058
American Alternative Insurance Corporation
Bond · $75,000 · Policy 2019120163
AGCS Marine Insurance Company
Cargo · $5,000 · Policy MXI93014068
Required Filings
Liability (BIPD)
$1,000,000
Surety bond / trust fund · required
On file
Company Information
Registration, contact and cargo details
FMCSA Registration
DOT Number
888722
MC Number
MC-387036
Safety Rating
Satisfactory
Entity Type
Corporation
Operation Classification
Authorized for hire
MCS-150 Filed
February 16, 2026
FMCSA Registration
June 21, 2000
Authority Granted
April 30, 2026
Annual Mileage
2,004,979 mi (2025)
Contact Information
Address
18765 Seaway Drive, Melvindale, MI 48122
Phone
Email
Owner / Officer
John A Evans
Officer 2
Anthony Trocki
Cargo Types
General FreightHousehold GoodsBuilding MaterialsFresh ProduceIntermodalRefrigerated FoodBeveragesPaper ProductsConstruction MaterialsMeatU.S. Mail
Safety Snapshot
Out-of-service rates, violations and crashes
Safety & Inspection Summary
Total Inspections
33
Driver Inspections
21
Vehicle Inspections
22
Out-of-Service Violations
16
Violations by Category
Vehicle Maintenance62
Unsafe Driving10
Hours of Service0
OOS Rates vs. National Average
Driver OOS Rate7.7% · national avg 5.5%
⚠ Above national average (2.2pp higher)
Vehicle OOS Rate54.5% · national avg 20.7%
⚠ Above national average (33.8pp higher)
35.0% of 20 inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service —
77th percentile among carriers with 10–24 inspections (lower is better).
CarrierChk calculation from FMCSA roadside inspection records, not an FMCSA score.
Inspection Trend by Year
2026
2025
2024
Violation Rate by Category
Share of roadside inspections in FMCSA's rolling 24-month window that found a violation in each category. The individual violations are listed under each inspection in Inspection Details below. None of this is the basis of the safety rating, which comes from an on-site compliance review.
Vehicle Maintenance
9 of 11 inspections
Unsafe Driving
6 of 20 inspections
Hours of Service
0 of 20 inspections
Driver Fitness
1 of 20 inspections
Controlled Substances
0 of 20 inspections
Crash History (4)
Crashes reported to FMCSA in the last 24 months. A crash appearing here is a reported event, not a finding of fault.
4
Crashes
0
Fatalities
0
Injuries
4
Tow-aways
| Date | State | Fatal | Injured | Tow | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 22, 2026 | MI | — | — | Yes | No Adverse Conditions · Daylight · Dry |
| February 12, 2026 | MI | — | — | Yes | No Adverse Conditions · Dark - Lighted · Dry |
| October 29, 2025 | FL | — | — | Yes | No Adverse Conditions · Daylight · Dry |
| June 11, 2025 | MI | — | — | Yes | No Adverse Conditions · Daylight · Dry |
Fleet & Operating Areas
Observed roadside activity and equipment
Where This Carrier Operates
States where this carrier's roadside inspections were recorded
FewerMore
MI27
AR1
Fleet & Equipment (37)
Vehicles identified in this carrier's inspection history. Year, make, model and equipment type are decoded from the VIN.
Power units
~17
of 193 reported to FMCSA
Trailers
~20
seen at inspection
Equipment types observed
Dry Van
16
Tractor
16
Semi-trailer
2
Container Chassis
1
Truck
1
Units on record
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Freightliner Cascadia | Tractor · Class 8 | 1FUJGLDR6JLHX2668 | 3 | 1 |
| 2017 Volvo Truck VNL | Tractor · Class 8 | 4V4NC9EH6HN987111 | 3 | 1 |
| 2016 Freightliner Cascadia | Tractor · Class 8 | 1FUJGLD50GLGS3923 | 2 | — |
| 2019 Wabash Vans Dry Van Duraplate | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1JJV532D3KL154087 | 2 | — |
| 2014 Freightliner Cascadia | Tractor · Class 8 | 3AKJGLD52ESFN2371 | 2 | 1 |
| 2025 Hyundai Translead Trailers | Dry Van · 53 ft | 3H3V532K5SS159070 | 2 | — |
| 2010 Volvo Truck VNM | Tractor · Class 8 | 4V4MC9DF3AN487957 | 2 | 1 |
| 2014 Volvo Truck VNL | Tractor · Class 8 | 4V4NC9EG3EN159312 | 2 | 1 |
| 2016 Freightliner Cascadia | Tractor · Class 8 | 1FUJGBDV2GLGS7918 | 1 | — |
| 2022 Great Dane Trailers | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1GR1P0622NT431640 | 1 | — |
Show all 37 units
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 Great Dane Trailers | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1GR1P0623MK227059 | 1 | 1 |
| 2011 International MA025 | Truck · Class 6 | 1HTMMAAL7BH282441 | 1 | — |
| 2020 Wabash Vans Dry Van Duraplate | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1JJV532D0LL185735 | 1 | 1 |
| 2018 Wabash Vans Dry Van Duraplate | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1JJV532D4JL078118 | 1 | — |
| 2017 Wabash Vans Dry Van Duraplate | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1JJV532D8HL014917 | 1 | — |
| 2019 Wabash Vans Dry Van Duraplate | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1JJV532D8KL157292 | 1 | 1 |
| 2019 Wabash Vans Dry Van Duraplate | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1JJV532DXKL122690 | 1 | 1 |
| 1995 Hyundai Translead Trailers | Container Chassis · 41 ft | 3H3C412S2ST008440 | 1 | — |
| 2018 Hyundai Translead Trailers | Dry Van · 53 ft | 3H3V532C3JT277457 | 1 | — |
| 2017 Hyundai Translead Trailers | Dry Van · 53 ft | 3H3V532C4HT353035 | 1 | 1 |
| 2017 Hyundai Translead Trailers | Dry Van · 53 ft | 3H3V532C5HT371382 | 1 | — |
| 2020 Hyundai Translead Trailers | Dry Van · 53 ft | 3H3V532C5LR425172 | 1 | — |
| Hytr | Semi-trailer | 3H3V532K6PJ53624 | 1 | — |
| 2023 Hyundai Translead Trailers | Dry Van · 53 ft | 3H3V532K8PJ536245 | 1 | 1 |
| 2022 Hyundai Translead Trailers | Dry Van · 53 ft | 3H3V532KXNS443010 | 1 | — |
| 2013 International LF687 | Tractor · Class 8 | 3HSDJSJR8DN117742 | 1 | — |
| 2025 International LT62F | Tractor · Class 8 | 3HSDZSZR5SN721582 | 1 | 1 |
| 2023 International LT62F | Tractor · Class 8 | 3HSDZTZR2PN188605 | 1 | — |
| Clas | Semi-trailer | 4MCAY4AM1XP100010 | 1 | 1 |
| 2018 Volvo Truck VNL | Tractor · Class 8 | 4V4NC9EH2JN999603 | 1 | — |
| 2020 Volvo Truck VNL | Tractor · Class 8 | 4V4NC9EH3LN224195 | 1 | — |
| 2016 Volvo Truck VNL | Tractor · Class 8 | 4V4NC9EH9GN180743 | 1 | 1 |
| 2005 Volvo Truck VNL | Tractor · Class 8 | 4V4NC9TG95N374082 | 1 | — |
| 2013 Volvo Truck VNL | Tractor · Class 8 | 4V4NC9THXDN149726 | 1 | — |
| 2004 Volvo Truck VNL | Tractor · Class 8 | 4V4NC9TJ74N367187 | 1 | 1 |
| Vanr | — | 5V8VA5320MH705363 | 1 | 1 |
| 2017 Vanguard National Trailer Corporation (vntc) | Dry Van · 53 ft | 5V8VA5327HM705425 | 1 | — |
A vehicle appearing here was recorded in an inspection — it is not proof the carrier still operates it today.
Inspection Details
Each roadside inspection with its violations
Inspection Records (33)
| Date | Report # | Location | Level | Viol | OOS | Shipper | Unit Type | Make | VIN | License |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 22, 2026 | ESCOT03403 | MI, MI | II | 3 | 1 | SC | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
VOLVO TRUCK HYUNDAI TRANSLEAD TRAILERS |
4V4NC9EH6HN987111 3H3V532K8PJ536245 |
MI RC35373 MI 5105553 |
| 393.23-LEU | OOSLighting - All electrical systems on towed vehicle(s) inoperative due to no electrical connection (e.g., unplugged or loose pigtail) | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| 393.75C-TAOTD-LT1/32 | Tires - Less than 1/32 inch tread depth at 3 locations/2 adjacent tread grooves | Tires | ||||||||
| 393.75C-TAOTD-LT1/32 | Tires - Less than 1/32 inch tread depth at 3 locations/2 adjacent tread grooves | Tires | ||||||||
| September 1, 2026 | DIUBJ04421 | MI, MI | II | 5 | 2 | CHRYSLER | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
VOLVO TRUCK WABASH VANS |
4V4NC9EG3EN159312 1JJV532D0LL185735 |
MI RC23632 ME 434691Z |
| 393.75A3-TAOL | OOSTires - All others, leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS | Tires | ||||||||
| 393.9A-LSLIWR | OOSLighting - Stop lamps - Both inoperative when required to be on | Lighting | ||||||||
| 393.45B2-BHTD | Air Brake - Hose/tubing damage into the outer reinforcement ply. | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.9A-LIL | Lighting - Identification lamp(s) inoperative | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| 393.9A-LLPL | Lighting - License plate lamp inoperative | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| August 26, 2026 | MYERD01806 | MI, MI | II | — | — | CLARIOS | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FREIGHTLINER HYUNDAI TRANSLEAD TRAILERS |
1FUJGLDR6JLHX2668 3H3V532K5SS159070 |
MI RC57830 MA 5377488 |
| August 26, 2026 | ELDEH00926 | MI, MI | II | — | — | CENTAL GAS | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FREIGHTLINER HYUNDAI TRANSLEAD TRAILERS |
1FUJGLDR6JLHX2668 3H3V532K5SS159070 |
MI RC57830 ME 5377488 |
| August 20, 2026 | DIUBJ04388 | MI, MI | III | 2 | — | CHRYSLER | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
VOLVO TRUCK HYUNDAI TRANSLEAD TRAILERS |
4V4NC9EG3EN159312 3H3V532C5HT371382 |
MI RC23632 ME 401329Z |
| 392.2-SLLILC | State/Local Laws - Improper lane change | Dangerous Driving | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLL | State/Local Laws - | |||||||||
| May 15, 2026 | WONTD02105 | MI, MI | I | 1 | 1 | CHRYSLER | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
INTERNATIONAL HYUNDAI TRANSLEAD TRAILERS |
3HSDZSZR5SN721582 3H3V532C4HT353035 |
IN 3908203 TN U701004 |
| 393.45B2-BHTD | OOSAir Brake - Hose/tubing damage into the outer reinforcement ply. | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| May 14, 2026 | BARTT05472 | MI, MI | I | 5 | — | — | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
VOLVO TRUCK WABASH VANS |
4V4NC9EH6HN987111 1JJV532D8HL014917 |
MI RC35373 ME 274006Z |
| 393.75C-TAOTD-LT2/32 | Tires - Less than 2/32 inch tread depth | Tires | ||||||||
| 393.9A-LIL | Lighting - Identification lamp(s) inoperative | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| 393.47E | Brake Out of Adjustment - Roto, Clamp (Short & Long), DD-3, or Bolt | Brakes Out of Adjustment | ||||||||
| 393.53B-B | Air Brake - CMV manufactured on or after 10/20/1994 has an automatic airbrake adjustment system that fails to compensate for wear | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.47E | Brake Out of Adjustment - Roto, Clamp (Short & Long), DD-3, or Bolt | Brakes Out of Adjustment | ||||||||
| February 25, 2026 | ESCOT03204 | W I-96@8 MILE RD, MI | III | — | — | S-C | Straight Truck |
INTERNATIONAL |
1HTMMAAL7BH282441 |
MI BB07225 |
| November 20, 2025 | DIUBJ03839 | I-75 SB AT MM 2, MI | III | 1 | — | TOWER AUTO | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
VOLVO TRUCK HYUNDAI TRANSLEAD TRAILERS |
4V4NC9THXDN149726 3H3V532C3JT277457 |
MI RC09205 ME 418469Z |
| 392.2-SLLML | State/Local Laws - Failure to maintain lane | Dangerous Driving | ||||||||
| October 6, 2025 | SAHIW03094 | EB-I-94 @ SOUTHFIELD RD, MI | III | 2 | — | PENSKE | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
INTERNATIONAL HYUNDAI TRANSLEAD TRAILERS |
3HSDJSJR8DN117742 3H3V532C5LR425172 |
NJ AZ946J ME 2587414 |
| 392.2SLIMPT | State/Local Laws - General impeding traffic. | Dangerous Driving | ||||||||
| 392.82DUMT | Driver - Using a hand-held mobile telephone | Phone Call | ||||||||
Shippers Seen at Inspections
Shipper names recorded by roadside inspectors over roughly the last three years. Only inspected loads appear, so this is a sample of who the carrier hauls for, not a complete customer list. Names are as entered at the roadside; blanks and placeholders such as “N/A” or “same as carrier” are left out.
| Shipper | Inspections | Most recent |
|---|---|---|
| CHRYSLER | 5 | September 1, 2026 |
| CLARIOS | 1 | August 26, 2026 |
| CENTAL GAS | 1 | August 26, 2026 |
| TOWER AUTO | 1 | November 20, 2025 |
| PENSKE | 1 | October 6, 2025 |
| GT PLASTICS | 1 | September 23, 2025 |
| GRAND TRAVERSE PLASTIC CORP | 1 | September 12, 2025 |
| PDC GEORGIA | 1 | July 14, 2025 |
| STARPLUS ENERGY | 1 | May 23, 2025 |
| CITIC DICASTAL COLTD | 1 | May 20, 2025 |
| SUPPLIER RELATIONS | 1 | April 30, 2025 |
| CENTRAL GLASS INTERNATIONAL INC | 1 | July 8, 2024 |
4 more shippers named at fewer inspections.
History & Filings
Authority, insurance and process-agent records
Authority History
| Date | Status | Type |
|---|---|---|
| April 30, 2026 | GRANTED | Property Broker |
| April 30, 2026 | Active GRANTED | Motor Carrier of Property (Except Household Goods) |
| November 27, 2018 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Common |
| November 23, 2018 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
| January 29, 2018 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Common |
| January 5, 2018 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
| January 31, 2012 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Common |
| January 11, 2012 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
| January 25, 2011 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Common |
| January 5, 2011 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
Insurance & Revocation Filings
| Date | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| September 9, 2019 | Broker's Surety Bond | On file |
| February 1, 2010 | Cargo | On file |
| September 1, 2025 | BI&PD Primary/Excess | On file |
| January 5, 2009 | COMMON | On Record |
| January 7, 2008 | COMMON | On Record |
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