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45/100
⚠ Caution
Risk signals detected. Verify authority, insurance, and safety record.
Direct Lines INC
DOT 214334 · MC MC154986 · Teutopolis, IL
Report generated: June 4, 2026 at 12:36 PM
✓Authorized for hire?
✓Active insurance?
✗Safety record clean?
✓No fraud flags?
✓No prior revocations?
Carrier Summary

Direct Lines INC (DOT 214334, MC MC154986) is a Illinois-based interstate carrier headquartered in Teutopolis, IL. As of June 4, 2026 at 12:36 PM, operating authority is currently active. TruckGraph has detected 2 risk signals on this carrier, including: crash with fatalities or injuries on record; unsafe driving violation on record. TruckGraph rates this carrier "Caution" based on FMCSA compliance data, inspection history, insurance status, and network connection analysis. Last synced: June 4, 2026 at 12:36 PM.

Common AuthorityContract Authority
FMCSA Public Record
Direct Lines INC
DOT Number214334
MC NumberMC154986
Street16472 STATE ROUTE 33 EAST
City / StateTeutopolis, IL 62467
Phone2178576444
Operation typeInterstate
HazmatNot authorized
Authority age43 yr 12 mo
MCS-150 filed10/14/2025
Company officerSteven P Wendling
Power units32
Total drivers41
Authority Status
Common (for-hire)✓ Active
Contract (for-hire)✓ Active
Broker⚠ Inactive
TruckGraph Intelligence
Risk Signals
●Crash with fatalities or injuries on record
●Unsafe driving violation on record
✓ OFAC Sanctions: Clear
Connection Chain
DOT nullShared insurer
Revoked
OOS rate 0.8% vs. national avg 22.26% — below average
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Power Units
32
Fleet
Drivers
41
Total
Inspections
124
On record
Crashes
13
On record
OOS Rate
0.8%
↓ Avg 22.26%
Authority Age
43 yr 12 mo
Since 1982
Violation Categories — Last 24 Months
Hours of Service
124 insp (100%)· 3 viol
Unsafe Driving
124 insp (100%)· 6 viol
Driver Fitness
124 insp (100%)
Controlled Substances
124 insp (100%)
Vehicle Maintenance
36 insp (29%)· 3 viol
Inspection History
124 total · OOS rate 0.8%
DateStateLevelDriver OOSVehicle OOSResult
3/31/2025ILIII00Pass
7/31/2024MOIII00Pass
1/31/2025ILIII00Pass
10/30/2024ILIII00Pass
5/30/2024ILIII00Pass
7/30/2024ILIII00Pass
12/30/2024INI00Pass
4/30/2025ILII00Pass
9/29/2025ILIII00Pass
7/29/2024ILIII00Pass
Crash History
13 total on record
DateStateFatalitiesInjuriesTow-away
—MO00Y
—IL02Y
—VA03Y
—MI00Y
—IL00Y
Insurance Status
Status
✓ Active filing on record
Insurer
FLAGSHIP CITY INSURANCE
Coverage type
91X
Coverage amount
$750,000
Effective
1/1/2026
Location
16472 STATE ROUTE 33 EAST, Teutopolis, IL, 62467 · Open in Maps →
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Authority Timeline
Authority GrantedJun 1982
FMCSA issued operating authority
ActiveCurrent
Authority currently active

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Direct Lines INC authorized to operate?

Yes. Direct Lines INC holds Common and Contract operating authority and is currently active.

What is Direct Lines INC's safety record?

Direct Lines INC has 124 roadside inspections on record with an out-of-service rate of 0.8%. Crash history shows 13 incidents. Review the full safety profile above before making a freight decision.

How many trucks does Direct Lines INC operate?

Direct Lines INC operates 32 power units with approximately 41 drivers.

Is Direct Lines INC insured?

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

Has Direct Lines INC had any risk indicators?

Direct Lines INC has a risk score of 45/100 (High Risk) with 2 active risk signals. Review the risk section above and verify independently before tendering.

What is the DOT number for Direct Lines INC?

Direct Lines INC's DOT number is 214334 and MC number is MC154986. These identifiers are assigned by the FMCSA and can be used to look up this carrier in official compliance databases.

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