Pkd Express
- USDOT
- 3032736
- Docket
- MC040298
Updated October 31, 2026
Carrier Ratings
- Quality of Equipment
-
9.9
- Communication
-
9.9
- Timeliness
-
9.9
Positive Flags
- On Time Pickup
- 5
- On Time Delivery
- 5
- Strong Dispatcher Communication
- 5
- Consistent Tracking
- 4
- Strong Driver Communication
- 4
- Easy to Work With
- 4
- Friendly
- 2
- Good Delivery Condition
- 2
- Easy to Onboard
- 1
- Clean Equipment
- 1
- Knowledgeable
- 1
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Overview
Pkd Express is a 40-truck interstate dry van carrier in Glen Ellyn, IL. Rated 5.0/5 by 9 shippers. Carrier authority active since Aug 2017 (MC040298, USDOT 3032736), insurance on file. Lanes: Lexington, NC → Pottsville, PA; Lawrenceburg, TN → Fort Smith, AR; Atlanta, GA → Columbus, OH.
Fleet Details
| Type | Tractors | Trailers | Trucks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Owned | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Leased | 38 | 38 | 0 |
Freight
- General Freight
- Metal: Sheets, Coils, Rolls
- Logs, Poles, Beams, Lumber
- Building Materials
- Fresh Produce
- Grain, Feed, Hay
- Garbage, Refuse, Trash
- Commodities Dry Bulk
- Construction
Truck Types
- Dry Van
Shipment Types
- Full Truckload
Specialized Services
- Last Mile
- MCS-150 Mileage
- 2,950,000 (2025)
- Electronic Tracking
- 67% of reviewers say the carrier uses electronic tracking
Compliance
Authorizations
- FMCSA authority status
- Motor Carrier Active — 08/23/2017 (9 years, 2 months)
- Carrier operation
- Interstate
- Cargo authorization
- Property
Safety Violations
| Type | Total | Severe | Out of Service | Measure | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Maintenance | 78 | 16 | 0 | 9.25 | 67.6% |
| Unsafe Driving | 21 | 5 | 0 | 6.25 | 64.4% |
| Hours of Service Compliance | 24 | 11 | 0 | 0.84 | 41.1% |
| Driver Fitness | 4 | 3 | 0 | 0.23 | 19.6% |
| Controlled Substances | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0.05 | 10.4% |
Accident Report
| Type | Last 6 Months | 6-12 Months ago | 12-24 Months ago | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fatalities | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Injuries | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 |
| Tow-away | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Crash Reports | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
Inspections
| Type | Inspections | OOS Inspections | OOS Percentage | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Driver | 99 | 7 | 7.07% | 6.67% |
| Vehicle | 44 | 23 | 52.27% | 22.26% |
Insurance Coverage
- Insurance Type
- BIPD (Primary)
- Company Name
- Mitsui Sumitomo Insurance USA Inc.
- Policy Limit
- $1,000,000
- Policy Number
- AWT1000051-00
- Effective Date
- 03/10/2026
Reviews
Write a ReviewVerified Broker from Indiana
“Great Driver Service”
- Timeliness
- 10/10
- Quality of Equipment
- 10/10
- Communication
- 10/10
- On Time Pickup
- On Time Delivery
- Consistent Tracking
- Strong Dispatcher Communication
- Strong Driver Communication
- Friendly
- Easy to Work With
- Easy to Onboard
- Clean Equipment
- Good Delivery Condition
- Knowledgeable
Me and the driver communicated several times during the shipment and he was always professional and respectful. Pickup and delivery were completed successfully, and the load moved without delays.
- Lanes
- Lexington, NC to Pottsville, PA
- Freight Details
- General Freight
- Tracking
- Offers electronic tracking
- Tracking functional
Verified Broker from Ohio
“Great team to work with”
- Timeliness
- 10/10
- Quality of Equipment
- 10/10
- Communication
- 10/10
- On Time Pickup
- On Time Delivery
- Consistent Tracking
- Strong Dispatcher Communication
- Easy to Work With
- Good Delivery Condition
This team has run numerous loads for us over the years and they have had very few issues during all the loads they have run. On this load, everything ran perfectly and both sides were made on time. Could not ask for a better team.
- Lanes
- Lawrenceburg, TN to Fort Smith, AR
- Freight Details
- General Freight
- Tracking
- Offers electronic tracking
- Tracking functional
Verified Broker from Florida
“Full Truckload from Atlanta, GA to Columbus, OH”
- Timeliness
- 10/10
- Quality of Equipment
- 10/10
- Communication
- 10/10
PKD Express has been a great partner for us on dry van loads. The driver is always on time for pickup and delivery. Carrier communicates well. Tracking is always utilized. They are a reliable carrier, which is why we continue to work with them.
- Lanes
- Atlanta, GA to Columbus, OH
- Freight Details
- General Freight
- Tracking
- Offers electronic tracking
Verified Broker from Ohio
“Full Truckload from Lawrenceburg, TN to Fort Smith, AR”
- Timeliness
- 10/10
- Quality of Equipment
- 10/10
- Communication
- 10/10
- On Time Pickup
- On Time Delivery
- Consistent Tracking
- Strong Dispatcher Communication
- Strong Driver Communication
- Easy to Work With
Great carrier! Tracking went smoothly throughout the entire haul with no issues. Solid communication, providing updates about load when needed from both dispatcher and driver. On time to both appointments. 10 out of 10!
- Lanes
- Lawrenceburg, TN to Fort Smith, AR
- Freight Details
- Paper Products
- Tracking
- Offers electronic tracking
- Tracking functional
Verified Broker from Ohio
“Reliable Carrier”
- Timeliness
- 10/10
- Quality of Equipment
- 10/10
- Communication
- 10/10
- On Time Pickup
- On Time Delivery
- Consistent Tracking
- Strong Dispatcher Communication
- Strong Driver Communication
- Friendly
- Easy to Work With
PKD Express was a breath of fresh air. Professional and thorough dispatch team. They were on-time and did not have an issue with tracking updates.
- Lanes
- Queen City, TX to Minneapolis, MN
- Freight Details
- Paper Products
- Tracking
- Offers electronic tracking
- Tracking functional
Carrier Ratings
- Quality of Equipment
-
9.9
- Communication
-
9.9
- Timeliness
-
9.9
Positive Flags
- On Time Pickup
- 5
- On Time Delivery
- 5
- Strong Dispatcher Communication
- 5
- Consistent Tracking
- 4
- Strong Driver Communication
- 4
- Easy to Work With
- 4
- Friendly
- 2
- Good Delivery Condition
- 2
- Easy to Onboard
- 1
- Clean Equipment
- 1
- Knowledgeable
- 1
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