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Carrier profile · USDOT 383617 · MC478054 · Data as of Oct 7, 2026

Ted Ard

DBA Ard Trucking · Hindsboro, IL · Interstate for-hire carrier · Since 1990
Authority active$1M BIPD on fileNot rated by FMCSAHazmat
Cargo carriedGeneral FreightLogs, Poles, Beams, LumberBuilding MaterialsLiquids/GasesGrain, Feed, HayChemicals+4 more
View on FMCSA SAFERCall (217) 346-2255
2
Power units
2
Drivers
0
Inspections · 24 mo
0
Crashes · 24 mo
69K
Annual miles
36 yr
Registered
100
/ 100
Clear to load

Operating legally, with one flag to weigh

Authority and insurance are in order. No roadside inspections in 24 months: Too little history to judge on-road safety.

How we scored it · 5 factors
Operating authority20/20
Insurance20/20
Out-of-service rates20/20
Crashes & rating20/20
Continuity & identity20/20

Composite of public FMCSA authority, insurance, inspection and crash records weighted against the national fleet. Decision support, not an official FMCSA safety rating.

Safety

FMCSA inspections & crashes · 24 mo · AS OF OCT 7, 2026

No roadside inspections or reportable crashes in the last 24 months, and not rated by FMCSA.

Enforcement

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Authority & insurance

FMCSA L&I · AS OF OCT 7, 2026
Carrier
Active
Broker
None
Docket
MC478054
Revocation pending
No
Common Carrier (Property)

Coverage vs federal minimum

BIPD liability$1,000,000
$750K required minimum (49 CFR 387.9)
CargoNot required

Filings on record

  1. Mar 1, 2020Liability (BIPD) · Great West Casualty Co. · $1,000,000

Equipment

SELF-REPORTED ON MCS-150
2
Power units
2
Trucks
2
Tractors owned
7
Trailers owned
2
Drivers
2
CDL drivers
Registered to haul hazardous materials.

Operations & cargo

FMCSA CENSUS
InterstateAuthorized for HireExempt for Hire
Cargo carried
General FreightLogs, Poles, Beams, LumberBuilding MaterialsLiquids/GasesGrain, Feed, HayChemicalsCommodities Dry BulkAgricultural/Farm SuppliesConstructionRock Asnd Grain
Annual mileage
69,000 mi (2024)

Identity & federal record

FMCSA census · MCS-150
USDOT
383617
MC / docket
MC-478054
Legal name
Ted Ard
DBA
Ard Trucking
Entity type
Carrier
Operation
Interstate
First registered
Feb 28, 1990
Last MCS-150
Jul 11, 2025
Safety rating
Not rated
Drivers (CDL)
2 (2)
Hazmat
Yes
Business type
Corporation

Fraud & network signals

For review, not a verdict.

No prior revocation
FMCSA shows no link to a previously revoked authority.
Unique phone number
Not shared with any other active USDOT.
Unique email address
Not shared with any other active USDOT.
Unique street address
Not shared with any other active USDOT.

Frequently asked

What is Ted Ard's USDOT number?

Ted Ard's USDOT number is 383617 and its docket number is MC478054.

Is Ted Ard authorized to operate?

Yes. FMCSA shows active carrier operating authority.

What is Ted Ard's safety record?

No roadside inspections or reportable crashes in the last 24 months. Not rated by FMCSA.

How big is Ted Ard's fleet?

2 power units and 2 drivers per its MCS-150 filed Jul 11, 2025.

What insurance does Ted Ard carry?

$1,000,000 in BIPD liability coverage is on file with Great West Casualty Co..

Where is Ted Ard located?

Ted Ard is located at 302 3rd, Hindsboro, IL, 61930. Phone: (217) 346-2255.

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