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Ksm Carrier Group Inc

Interstate
(12 reviews) 4.5 out of 5
2011 N Griffith Blvd Ste B Griffith, IN US 46319
USDOT
2641210
Docket
MC920445

Carrier Ratings

Quality of Equipment
9.5
Communication
8.8
Timeliness
9.1

Positive Flags

On Time Pickup
8
On Time Delivery
8
Consistent Tracking
7
Strong Dispatcher Communication
6
Easy to Work With
6
Strong Driver Communication
5
Good Delivery Condition
5
Friendly
3
Easy to Onboard
2
Clean Equipment
2
Knowledgeable
2

Negative Flags

Late Pickup
1
Intermittent Tracking
1
Poor Dispatcher Communication
1
Poor Driver Communication
1
Unresponsive
1

Overview

We are a modernized transportation company specializing in dry van and temperature-controlled freight. Our logistics group is founded on quality equipment, safe drivers, and transportation industry experts. Everyday our skilled drivers nationwide remain safety conscious in all weather conditions and situations

Fleet Details

Type Tractors Trailers Trucks
Owned 0 0 0
Leased 95 95 0

Freight

  • General Freight
  • Meat
  • Refrigerated Food
  • Beverages
  • Paper Products

Truck Types

  • Dry Van
  • Reefer
  • Power Only

Shipment Types

  • Full Truckload

Specialized Services

  • Last Mile
  • Alcohol Insured
  • Hazardous Materials
MCS-150 Mileage
9,926,072 (2023)
Electronic Tracking
58% of reviewers say the carrier uses electronic tracking

Lanes

This information was provided by Ksm Carrier Group Inc

Primary Operating Area Headquarters Terminal

Compliance

Authorizations

FMCSA authority status
Contract Active — 09/09/2016 (8 years, 5 months)
Carrier operation
Interstate
Hazmat
Cargo authorization
Property

Safety Violations

Type Total Severe Out of Service Measure Percentile
Vehicle Maintenance 65 21 24 4.31 38.3%
Unsafe Driving 48 19 0 3.83 48.8%
Hours of Service Compliance 13 2 0 0.17 10.3%
Driver Fitness 1 1 1 0.09 10.8%
Controlled Substances 0 0 0 0 0%

Accident Report

Type Last 6 Months 6-12 Months ago 12-24 Months ago Total
Fatalities 0 0 0 0
Injuries 0 1 2 3
Tow-away 0 3 9 12
Crash Reports 0 3 9 12

Inspections

Type Inspections OOS Inspections OOS Percentage National Average
Driver 193 1 0.52% 6.67%
Vehicle 87 23 26.44% 22.26%

Insurance Coverage

Insurance Type
BIPD (Primary)
Company Name
National Union Fire Ins. Co. Of Pitsbgh. Pa
Policy Limit
$1,000,000
Policy Number
158-41-905
Effective Date
09/01/2024

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Marc O - Verified Broker

January 03, 2025

“We will never use them again!”

Timeliness
1/10
Quality of Equipment
5/10
Communication
1/10

What went poorly?
  • Late Pickup
  • Intermittent Tracking
  • Poor Dispatcher Communication
  • Poor Driver Communication
  • Unresponsive

We booked a load at 7am and the RC was sent at 7:10am. They gave us ETA 10am (11am appt) and after that they moved ETA for 5 times, eventually they arrived at the shipper at 1pm. We also tried to call the driver for 7 times, but he never answered.
When we cut their rate because of being late, they sent us an email that this is not going to happen and that they will file a claim on us, even though I have everything in the email, empty truck, 60 miles out, ETA 10am.


Lanes
Elgin, IL to Raleigh, NC
Freight Details
General Freight
Tracking
Did not use electronic tracking
OH

Verified Broker from Ohio

April 29, 2024

“Full Truckload from Minneapolis, MN to Morton, IL”

Timeliness
9/10
Quality of Equipment
10/10
Communication
9/10

What went well?
  • On Time Pickup
  • On Time Delivery
  • Consistent Tracking
  • Strong Dispatcher Communication
  • Friendly
  • Easy to Work With
  • Clean Equipment
  • Good Delivery Condition
  • Knowledgeable

Worked w/this carrier on several loads and am always impressed by their dispatch's communication. They send updates w/out prompt, drivers are timely and consistently track. The upkeep on their trailers is great as well, always very clean, never one turned back.


Lanes
Minneapolis, MN to Morton, IL
Rockingham, NC to Monterey, TN
Burlington, WI to Mebane, NC
La Crosse, WI to Bolingbrook, IL
Freight Details
General Freight
Refrigerated Food
Beverages
Tracking
Offers electronic tracking
Tracking functional
OH

Verified Broker from Ohio

April 29, 2024

“Full Truckload from La Crosse, WI to Bolingbrook, IL”

Timeliness
10/10
Quality of Equipment
10/10
Communication
10/10

What went well?
  • On Time Pickup
  • On Time Delivery
  • Consistent Tracking
  • Strong Dispatcher Communication
  • Easy to Work With
  • Good Delivery Condition

This team is seasoned and I would trust them with all types of freight. They ran this load with ease and made sure to hit both sides on time. Dispatch and driver were easy to talk to and they are a great team to work with!


Lanes
La Crosse, WI to Bolingbrook, IL
Freight Details
Beverages
Tracking
Offers electronic tracking
Tracking functional
OH

Verified Broker from Ohio

April 26, 2024

“Reliable Carrier”

Timeliness
10/10
Quality of Equipment
10/10
Communication
10/10

What went well?
  • On Time Pickup
  • On Time Delivery
  • Consistent Tracking
  • Strong Dispatcher Communication
  • Strong Driver Communication
  • Friendly
  • Easy to Work With
  • Easy to Onboard

It was a pleasure to work with this carrier on this load. The communication from the dispatcher was solid. We received the necessary updates. The driver provided excellent tracking from start to finish. Looking forward to working with them again.


Lanes
Texarkana, AR to Clintonville, WI
Freight Details
Paper Products
Tracking
Offers electronic tracking
Tracking functional
OH

Verified Broker from Ohio

April 26, 2024

“Full Truckload from Texarkana, TX to Clintonville, WI”

Timeliness
10/10
Quality of Equipment
10/10
Communication
10/10

What went well?
  • On Time Pickup
  • On Time Delivery
  • Consistent Tracking
  • Strong Dispatcher Communication
  • Strong Driver Communication
  • Easy to Work With
  • Good Delivery Condition

Charles and Adam made overall experience very easy and professional. Communication from both was great providing updates when needed. Tracking was solid throughout the entire haul. Driver also was on time to both pick and delivery appointments. Reliable and professional carrier!


Lanes
Texarkana, TX to Clintonville, WI
Freight Details
Paper Products
Tracking
Offers electronic tracking
Tracking functional

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