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DOT 1205270MC499465Columbia, SC

Connecting Elements INC

For-Hire CommonInterstateColumbia, SC 29201-4764

Connecting Elements INC has operated for 22 yr 4 mo with a fleet of 8 power units and 20 drivers under Common authority. The company has recorded 3 roadside inspections in its operating history.

Identity
Legal nameConnecting Elements INC
DBA
DOT #1205270
MC #MC499465
CityColumbia
StateSouth Carolina
ZIP29201-4764
Authority age22 yr 4 mo
StatusActive
Common authority✓ Active
Contract authorityNot authorized
Broker authorityNot authorized
OperationInterstate
HazmatNot authorized
MCS-150 filed04/16/2025
Company officerMatthew P Brosius
FMCSA SAFER →FMCSA Safety Scores (SMS) →
Fleet
8
Power units
Drivers
20
Total
Inspections
3
On record
Crashes
0
None on record
OOS Rate
33.3%
↑ Above 22.26% avg
Authority Age
22 yr 4 mo
Since 2004

Source: FMCSA compliance records, Truck Graph analysis. View methodology

Business Connections
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Associated entities1 revoked in network
1 revoked in network
ConnectedRevoked

Location

1313 ROSEWOOD DR, Columbia, SC, 29201-4764

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Inspection history

3 inspections on record · 5 most recent shown · OOS rate: 33.3%

Out-of-service rates
Driver OOS (this carrier)
33.3%
National average
22.3%
DateStateLevelDriver OOSVehicle OOSResult
5/29/2025SCLevel I00Pass
6/13/2025SCLevel I00Pass
1/5/2026NCLevel II10OOS

Source: FMCSA inspection records. View methodology

Violation categories (24 months)
Hours of Service
3 (100%)
Unsafe Driving
3 (100%)
Driver Fitness
3 (100%)·1v
Vehicle Maintenance
3 (100%)
Controlled Substances
3 (100%)

Crash history

0 crashes on record · Showing last 3

No crash records found.

Source: FMCSA crash records. View methodology

Insurance status

Current insurance filing on record with FMCSA.

Status
✓ Active
Insurer
REPUBLIC -FRANKLIN INSURANCE COMPANY
Coverage Type
91
Coverage Amount
Effective Date
9/28/2023

Source: FMCSA insurance filings. View methodology

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Authority timeline

Key events in this carrier's operating authority history.

Authority GrantedJan 2004
FMCSA issued operating authority
ActiveCurrent
Authority currently active

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Frequently asked

Connecting Elements INC

Answers from verified compliance records.

Is Connecting Elements INC authorized to operate?

Yes. Connecting Elements INC holds Common operating authority and is currently active.

What is Connecting Elements INC's safety record?

Connecting Elements INC has 3 roadside inspections on record. Crash history shows 0 incidents. Review the full safety profile above before making a freight decision.

How many trucks does Connecting Elements INC operate?

Connecting Elements INC operates 8 power units with approximately 20 drivers.

Is Connecting Elements INC insured?

Connecting Elements INC has active insurance coverage on file. Coverage amount and carrier details are shown in the insurance section above.

Has Connecting Elements INC had any risk indicators?

No risk indicators have been detected for Connecting Elements INC as of the most recent data sync.

What is the DOT number for Connecting Elements INC?

Connecting Elements INC's DOT number is 1205270 and MC number is MC499465. These identifiers are assigned by the FMCSA and can be used to look up this carrier in official compliance databases.

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