Trucking Companies in Michigan

Directory of 18,960+ registered carriers in Michigan (MI). Browse top companies by fleet size, specialties, and DOT number.

Trucking in Michigan

Michigan's trucking industry is synonymous with the automotive sector — GM, Ford, and Stellantis all have major manufacturing facilities that generate enormous flatbed and specialized freight demand. The state's unique position surrounded by Great Lakes means all through-freight must cross bridges or go around, creating bottleneck points. Grand Rapids is a growing logistics hub for e-commerce. Michigan's generous weight limits (up to 164,000 lbs on state highways) are unique in the nation and attract heavy haul operations.

Top Trucking Companies in Michigan

Universal Truckload Services

DOT Number: 894562
City: Warren, MI
Fleet Size: 3,800+
Specialties: FlatbedHeavy HaulSpecialized

USF Holland (TFI)

DOT Number: 174356
City: Holland, MI
Fleet Size: 2,500+
Specialties: LTLDry Van

Werner Enterprises

DOT Number: 90944
City: Detroit, MI
Fleet Size: 8,000+
Specialties: Dry VanReeferFlatbed

Spartan Motors Fleet

DOT Number: 567234
City: Charlotte, MI
Fleet Size: 400+
Specialties: SpecializedFlatbed

GM Private Fleet

DOT Number: 765432
City: Detroit, MI
Fleet Size: 3,000+
Specialties: FlatbedDedicatedSpecialized

Ford Motor Private Fleet

DOT Number: 876543
City: Dearborn, MI
Fleet Size: 2,500+
Specialties: FlatbedDedicated

Meijer Private Fleet

DOT Number: 654876
City: Grand Rapids, MI
Fleet Size: 1,200+
Specialties: ReeferDry VanDedicated

Penske Logistics

DOT Number: 154832
City: Detroit, MI
Fleet Size: 7,000+
Specialties: DedicatedDry VanFlatbed

Great Lakes Transport

DOT Number: 2543678
City: Traverse City, MI
Fleet Size: 200+
Specialties: ReeferDry Van

R+L Carriers

DOT Number: 158673
City: Detroit, MI
Fleet Size: 5,200+
Specialties: LTLDry Van

Michigan Trucking Industry Stats

Average Pay Per Mile

$2.50

Top Equipment Types

FlatbedDry VanSpecializedReefer

Major Freight Hubs

Detroit
Grand Rapids
Lansing
Kalamazoo

Key Industries

Automotive manufacturing
Agriculture
Furniture manufacturing
Tourism

Michigan Trucking Regulations

Michigan has unique weight laws allowing up to 164,000 lbs on certain state highways with 11-axle configurations — the highest in the nation. The state requires seasonal tire traction devices in certain conditions. The Ambassador Bridge and Detroit-Windsor Tunnel handle significant cross-border freight with Canada. Annual state vehicle inspections are required.

Frequently Asked Questions About Trucking Companies in Michigan

Michigan has approximately 18,960 registered motor carriers. This includes everything from large national fleets to single-truck owner-operators. The state's top carriers include Universal Truckload Services, USF Holland (TFI), Werner Enterprises.

The largest carriers operating in Michigan include Universal Truckload Services, USF Holland (TFI), Werner Enterprises. These companies cover specialties including Flatbed, Dry Van, Specialized, Reefer. Fleet sizes range from local operations with under 100 trucks to national carriers with thousands of units.

The most common equipment types in Michigan are Flatbed, Dry Van, Specialized, Reefer. Key industries driving freight demand include Automotive manufacturing, Agriculture, Furniture manufacturing, Tourism. The average pay per mile in the state is approximately $2.50.

The major freight hubs in Michigan are Detroit, Grand Rapids, Lansing, Kalamazoo. These cities serve as primary distribution and logistics centers, connecting carriers to key shipping lanes and customer bases across the state.