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Why 84% of Carriers in Serious Crashes Have No DOT Safety Rating — And How We Can Fix It | Nemo Nation

June 30, 2025

On this episode of Nemo Nation, hosts Dave Nemo and Jimmy Mac welcome Lane Kidd, Managing Director of The Trucking Alliance, for an eye-opening conversation about a major gap in trucking safety oversight.


Lane reveals a staggering statistic: 84% of trucking companies involved in serious crashes in 2023–2024 had no official DOT safety rating. How did we get to this point — and what will it take to fix it? From outdated regulations to loopholes in the system, Lane unpacks the root causes and shares what The Trucking Alliance is doing to advocate for stronger, smarter safety reforms aimed at eliminating large truck crash fatalities.


If you think you know how safe our highways really are, think again. This is a must-listen for anyone in the transportation industry and beyond.