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    Central Trucking Company

    CHICAGO, IL · USDOT 2472543 · 7 trucks

    3.916 ratings

    Is Central Trucking Company a good company to drive for?

    Central Trucking Company earns mixed reviews from drivers, holding 3.9/5 across 16 reviews on pay, home time, dispatch, and safety. Drivers rate it highest on home time (4.3/5) and lowest on dispatch (4.0/5).

    Carrier Overview Card
    FMCSA AUTHORIZED• USDOT #2472543• MC #855038
    📍 CHICAGO, IL

    Central Trucking Company

    Driver Reviews
    3.9/ 5.0(16 ratings)
    Home Time Consistency4.3 ★
    Dispatch & Communication4.0 ★
    FMCSA Inspection Stats24-Month Record
    Fleet Census7 Power Units • 5 Drivers

    "Honestly, CTI was the best trucking company I've ever worked for. I've worked in OTR trucking for over 13 years now and I've only stopped due to a diagnosis of …"

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    Company Rating

    Based on 16 driver reviews

    3.9

    16 reviews

    Central Trucking Company rating distribution

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    Central Trucking Company driver ratings by category

    Pay & Benefits
    -
    Home Time
    4.5
    Dispatch Support
    3.9
    Safety Culture
    -

    Reviews (16)

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    Anonymous Driver• Oct 29, 2025
    5.0
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    5.0
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    Anonymous Driver• Oct 28, 2025
    5.0
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    Anonymous Driver

    Jun 28, 2025
    5.0
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    Honestly, CTI was the best trucking company I've ever worked for. I've worked in OTR trucking for over 13 years now and I've only stopped due to a diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis, specifically in my ankles (good luck, right?). CTI was the most understanding, most lenient on home time (take over 4 weeks, no problem), professional company I've worked for. I had so many issues with health problems, and they stuck by me, even allowing me to come back and make money right away after a 5 week absent due to medical issues. They truly are a great company! But don't apply if you aren't ready to work.

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    Anonymous Driver

    Mar 28, 2025
    2.0
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    As of March 2025 this company is a pile of $hit. That will probably be sold off in 2yrs or less or just close the doors. Losing money and down to 160 trucks now from 310 5yrs ago.

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    Anonymous Driver

    Nov 22, 2023
    1.0

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    Don't trust management! Will sit you a lot and cancel benefits if don't make miles, even if not your fault!

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    Anonymous Driver

    Oct 16, 2023
    2.0
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    Dispatch is unreliable for loads. No consistent running. Will not get you out when promised. Not enough miles. I want to run At least 4 days per week and sometimes 6. But when you get layed over it messes with work week.

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    Anonymous Driver

    Dec 25, 2022
    5.0
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    Drove for CTI in 2007&2008 out of Kingman. Enjoyed my job, as drove new 379 Peterbilt, and worked with nice people at Terminals. Managers were considerable. They let you do your job! Highly recommend CTI.

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    Anonymous Driver

    Sep 9, 2022
    5.0
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    Most flexible trucking company I have ever worked for. Love they listen to what I and my family need. Will retire here.

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    Anonymous Driver

    Jan 17, 2022
    4.0
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    I get home when I want. The pay is fair. Brand new peterbilts. Brand new trailers. Dispatch treats drivers with respect.

    Carrier Information

    Operating Status

    Authorized

    Power Units

    7

    Total Drivers

    5

    Mileage 2023

    600,000

    Freight Types

    General Freight
    Fresh Produce
    Meat
    Refrigerated Food
    Beverages
    Common Authority
    StatusActive
    Safety & Inspections Record

    Real-time roadside inspection records, out-of-service rates, and safety violations are maintained by the FMCSA.

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    Central Trucking Company is a trucking company based in CHICAGO, IL rated 3.9/5 across 16 reviews on Oculus Reviews — ranking #1512 of 1980 rated IL carriers. The most recent driver review was submitted October 29, 2025. Federal census data lists 7 power units with 5 drivers, logging approximately 600,000 miles annually. Ratings aggregate reviews posted publicly about this carrier across the web together with reviews written directly on Oculus Reviews, covering pay, home time, dispatch, equipment, and safety. Companies can respond publicly but cannot edit or delete a review. Current operating authority and inspection history live on the carrier's official FMCSA SAFER snapshot linked below.

    Is Central Trucking Company legit?

    Central Trucking Company is an FMCSA-registered motor carrier based in CHICAGO, IL — USDOT 2472543, MC 855038. Check its current operating authority, inspections, and safety record on the official FMCSA SAFER snapshot. On Oculus Reviews it holds 3.9/5 from 16 reviews. Driver resource: how to report a trucking company for unpaid wages.

    Central Trucking Company fleet & operations

    According to FMCSA census data, Central Trucking Company operates 7 power units with 5 drivers, logging approximately 600,000 miles annually.

    About Central Trucking Company

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