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Minor signals on record. Confirm authority and insurance before dispatch.
Wiplash Express
DOT 1072961 · MC MC439493 · Franklin Grove, IL
Report generated: June 8, 2026 at 2:10 AM
✓Authorized for hire?
✓Active insurance?
✓Safety record clean?
✓No fraud flags?
✓No prior revocations?
Carrier Summary

Wiplash Express (DOT 1072961, MC MC439493) is a Illinois-based interstate carrier headquartered in Franklin Grove, IL. As of June 8, 2026 at 2:10 AM, operating authority is currently active. TruckGraph has detected 1 risk signal on this carrier, including: 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 8, 2026 at 2:10 AM.

Common Authority
FMCSA Public Record
John V Witmer
Operating as: Wiplash Express
DOT Number1072961
MC NumberMC439493
Street1546 ROBBINS ROAD
City / StateFranklin Grove, IL 61031
Phone8154400525
Operation typeInterstate
HazmatNot authorized
Authority age23 yr 6 mo
MCS-150 filed11/17/2025
Company officerJohn V Witmer
Power units3
Total drivers2
Authority Status
Common (for-hire)✓ Active
Contract (for-hire)Not authorized
BrokerNot authorized
TruckGraph Intelligence
Risk Signals
●Unsafe driving violation on record
✓ OFAC Sanctions: Clear
Connection Chain
DOT nullShared insurer
Revoked
OOS rate 0.0% vs. national avg 22.26% — below average
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Power Units
3
Fleet
Drivers
2
Total
Inspections
1
On record
Crashes
0
On record
OOS Rate
0.0%
↓ Avg 22.26%
Authority Age
23 yr 6 mo
Since 2002
Violation Categories — Last 24 Months
Hours of Service
1 insp (100%)· 1 viol
Unsafe Driving
1 insp (100%)· 1 viol
Driver Fitness
1 insp (100%)
Controlled Substances
1 insp (100%)
Inspection History
1 total · OOS rate 0.0%
DateStateLevelDriver OOSVehicle OOSResult
5/27/2025INIII00Pass
Crash History
0 total on record

No crash records on file.

Insurance Status
Status
✓ Active filing on record
Insurer
GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO.
Coverage type
91X
Coverage amount
$1,000,000
Effective
8/8/2008
Location
1546 ROBBINS ROAD, Franklin Grove, IL, 61031 · Open in Maps →
1546 ROBBINS ROAD, FRANKLIN GROVE, IL, 61031Open in Maps →
Authority Timeline
Authority GrantedNov 2002
FMCSA issued operating authority
ActiveCurrent
Authority currently active

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is John V Witmer authorized to operate?

Yes. John V Witmer holds Common operating authority and is currently active.

What is John V Witmer's safety record?

John V Witmer has 1 roadside inspections on record with an out-of-service rate of 0.0%. Crash history shows 0 incidents. Review the full safety profile above before making a freight decision.

How many trucks does John V Witmer operate?

John V Witmer operates 3 power units with approximately 2 drivers.

Is John V Witmer insured?

John V Witmer has active insurance coverage on file. Coverage amount and carrier details are shown in the insurance section above.

Has John V Witmer had any risk indicators?

John V Witmer has a risk score of 20/100 (Caution) with 1 active risk signal. Review the risk section above and verify independently before tendering.

What is the DOT number for John V Witmer?

John V Witmer's DOT number is 1072961 and MC number is MC439493. These identifiers are assigned by the FMCSA and can be used to look up this carrier in official compliance databases.

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