Greatway Transportation Inc (DOT# 1880349 · MC# 678205) – FMCSA Carrier Profile

DOT# 1880349MC# 678205● Active
Updated monthly · 2026-03-09

This carrier is active with a Satisfactory safety rating.

Greatway Transportation Inc is a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 1880349. The company operates from Romulus, MI and maintains an active operating status with 300 power units and 300 drivers on record.

Safety Rating

FMCSA Safety Rating
Satisfactory
Rated: November 2, 2018

Greatway Transportation Inc holds a "Satisfactory" safety rating from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). This rating indicates that the carrier has been found to comply with federal safety regulations based on the most recent compliance review conducted by FMCSA. View official FMCSA record →

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Company Information

Address29841 Van Born Rd, Romulus, MI, 48174
Phone(313) 551-3021
Entity TypeAuthorized For Hire
OperationInterstate
Power Units300(Large carrier)
Drivers300
MCS-150 FiledMay 20, 2025
Annual Mileage36,000,000 mi (2024)
All carriers in MichiganCarriers in Romulus, MI

Inspection Summary

All-time Inspections
All-time
264
Total
60
OOS
12
Driver OOS
48
Vehicle OOS
264 inspections indicates a high-volume, actively operating carrier.
OOS Rate22.73%
The out-of-service (OOS) rate represents the percentage of inspections that resulted in the carrier being placed out of service. 22.7% — above the national vehicle OOS average of ~21%. Review BASICS scores below.

Crash History

Crash Records
All-time
10
Total
0
Fatal
7
Injuries
0
Tow-Away
10 crashes reported. Review fatal and injury counts carefully alongside fleet size before engaging this carrier.

BASICS Safety Scores

BASICS Scores
Higher = more risk · FMCSA Behavior Analysis and Safety Improvement Categories
1.6
Unsafe Driving
Measures violations related to speeding, reckless driving, and improper lane changes.
0.9
HOS Compliance
Tracks hours-of-service violations, including driving beyond legal limits without rest.
0.1
Driver Fitness
Reflects issues with driver qualifications, licenses, and medical certifications.
0.1
Controlled Substances
Captures drug and alcohol violations, including failed or refused tests.
5.2
Vehicle Maintenance
Reflects brake, tire, lighting, and other equipment-related inspection violations.
Scores above 65 (general freight) or 50 (passenger/hazmat) trigger an FMCSA Alert. Higher scores indicate more safety risk. National median is approximately 20–30 for active carriers.
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Carrier Insight

Greatway Transportation Inc is a large motor carrier operating in Michigan. With 264 total inspections on record, the carrier has an out-of-service rate of 22.7%, which exceeds the national average of approximately 21%. 10 crashes have been reported. Review crash details alongside fleet size and inspection history before making hiring decisions.

A Satisfactory rating from the FMCSA indicates that Greatway Transportation Inc meets federal safety standards based on the most recent compliance review. This is the highest rating a carrier can receive.

The company operates 300 power units and employs 300 drivers. This fleet size places it among the larger carriers in the FMCSA registry.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is USDOT Number 1880349?
USDOT number 1880349 is assigned to Greatway Transportation Inc, an active motor carrier registered with the FMCSA, based in Romulus, MI.
What is the safety rating of Greatway Transportation Inc?
Greatway Transportation Inc has a safety rating of Satisfactory as of November 2, 2018.
How many inspections has Greatway Transportation Inc had?
Greatway Transportation Inc has recorded 264 total inspections with 60 out-of-service orders, representing an OOS rate of 22.73%.
Where is Greatway Transportation Inc located?
Greatway Transportation Inc is headquartered at 29841 Van Born Rd, Romulus, MI 48174.
What does "Not Rated" mean?
"Not Rated" means the FMCSA has not conducted a formal compliance review for this carrier. It does not indicate a safety problem — many active carriers operate without a formal rating.
Is zero crashes always a good sign?
Generally yes, but context matters. A carrier with zero crashes and very few inspections may simply have limited road exposure. Always review crash data alongside inspection volume and fleet size.
What is a normal OOS rate?
The national average vehicle out-of-service rate is approximately 21%. Driver OOS averages around 5%. Rates significantly above these thresholds may indicate recurring compliance issues.
How often is FMCSA data updated?
FMCSA publishes updated carrier data monthly. This page reflects the most recent available snapshot, updated on the date shown above.
What is the MC number for Greatway Transportation Inc?
The MC number for Greatway Transportation Inc is MC# 678205. The MC number is issued by the FMCSA and authorizes carriers to operate in interstate commerce.

Data sourced from the FMCSA Open Data Portal. Updated monthly. DOT# 1880349 · Last updated: 2026-03-09. View official FMCSA record →