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Minor signals on record. Confirm authority and insurance before dispatch.
Step Express INC
DOT 2898498 · MC MC978463 · Downers Grove, IL
Report generated: June 1, 2026 at 6:37 PM
✓Authorized for hire?
✓Active insurance?
✓Safety record clean?
✓No fraud flags?
✓No prior revocations?
Carrier Summary

Step Express INC (DOT 2898498, MC MC978463) is a Illinois-based interstate carrier headquartered in Downers Grove, IL. As of June 1, 2026 at 6:37 PM, 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 1, 2026 at 6:37 PM.

Contract Authority
FMCSA Public Record
Step Express INC
DOT Number2898498
MC NumberMC978463
Street4003 VENARD ROAD
City / StateDowners Grove, IL 60515
Phone3313189196
Operation typeInterstate
HazmatNot authorized
Authority age9 yr 12 mo
MCS-150 filed10/02/2025
Company officerVilius Ziogas
Power units1
Total drivers1
Authority Status
Common (for-hire)Not authorized
Contract (for-hire)✓ Active
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
1
Fleet
Drivers
1
Total
Inspections
6
On record
Crashes
0
On record
OOS Rate
0.0%
↓ Avg 22.26%
Authority Age
9 yr 12 mo
Since 2016
Violation Categories — Last 24 Months
Hours of Service
6 insp (100%)
Unsafe Driving
6 insp (100%)· 2 viol
Driver Fitness
6 insp (100%)
Controlled Substances
6 insp (100%)
Vehicle Maintenance
3 insp (50%)· 1 viol
Inspection History
6 total · OOS rate 0.0%
DateStateLevelDriver OOSVehicle OOSResult
8/29/2024PAII00Pass
1/22/2026KYIII00Pass
12/16/2025ARIII00Pass
10/14/2024ARII00Pass
1/14/2026MOII00Pass
12/11/2024INIII00Pass
Crash History
0 total on record

No crash records on file.

Insurance Status
Status
✓ Active filing on record
Insurer
NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY
Coverage type
91X
Coverage amount
$750,000
Effective
11/7/2025
Location
4003 VENARD ROAD, Downers Grove, IL, 60515 · Open in Maps →
4003 VENARD ROAD, DOWNERS GROVE, IL, 60515Open in Maps →
Authority Timeline
Authority GrantedJun 2016
FMCSA issued operating authority
ActiveCurrent
Authority currently active

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Step Express INC authorized to operate?

Yes. Step Express INC holds Contract operating authority and is currently active.

What is Step Express INC's safety record?

Step Express INC has 6 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 Step Express INC operate?

Step Express INC operates 1 power units with approximately 1 drivers.

Is Step Express INC insured?

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

Has Step Express INC had any risk indicators?

Step Express INC 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 Step Express INC?

Step Express INC's DOT number is 2898498 and MC number is MC978463. These identifiers are assigned by the FMCSA and can be used to look up this carrier in official compliance databases.

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