SPECIAL SERVICE FREIGHT COMPANY OF THE CAROLINAS INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
1437566
MC Number
225803
Fleet Size
85
Total Drivers
91
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: July 26, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.
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Safety overview
SPECIAL SERVICE FREIGHT COMPANY OF THE CAROLINAS INC is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, operating 85 power units with 91 drivers. CarrierOwl is currently validating BASIC percentile display against the official FMCSA SMS portal; use the inspection, out-of-service, crash, authority, and insurance data below as the primary public safety indicators on this page. They have 3 crashes on file (3 with injuries). FMCSA records show 47 inspections for this carrier.
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BASIC scores
Under reviewCarrierOwl is validating BASIC percentile calculations against the official FMCSA SMS portal. Until that review is complete, use FMCSA directly for current BASIC percentiles and use the inspection, out-of-service, crash, authority, and insurance data on this page as supporting indicators.
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Out-of-service rates vs. national average
An out-of-service order means the driver or vehicle was pulled from operation during a roadside inspection.
For reference, the average driver OOS rate in North Carolina is 13.4% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 29.8% across 52,420 carriers.
Company details
- Entity Type
- N/A
- Carrier Operation
- Interstate
- Operation Classification
- Authorized For Hire
- Cargo Carried
- N
- Hazmat
- No
- Safety Rating Date
- N/A
Inspections
47
Total
72%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
NATIONAL UNION FIRE INS. CO. OF PITSBGH. PA — eff. Jun 12, 2021
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Source: Legacy FMCSA. Verify current filings directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
Crash history
3
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is SPECIAL SERVICE FREIGHT COMPANY OF THE CAROLINAS INC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for SPECIAL SERVICE FREIGHT COMPANY OF THE CAROLINAS INC (USDOT #1437566) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is SPECIAL SERVICE FREIGHT COMPANY OF THE CAROLINAS INC's safety record?
SPECIAL SERVICE FREIGHT COMPANY OF THE CAROLINAS INC has 47 inspections on file and 3 crashes on record. They do not show a formal FMCSA safety rating in CarrierOwl's current data. CarrierOwl is validating BASIC percentile display against the official FMCSA SMS portal, so brokers should verify current BASIC percentiles directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
How many trucks does SPECIAL SERVICE FREIGHT COMPANY OF THE CAROLINAS INC operate?
SPECIAL SERVICE FREIGHT COMPANY OF THE CAROLINAS INC operates 85 power units with 91 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.
Does SPECIAL SERVICE FREIGHT COMPANY OF THE CAROLINAS INC transport hazardous materials?
No. SPECIAL SERVICE FREIGHT COMPANY OF THE CAROLINAS INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is SPECIAL SERVICE FREIGHT COMPANY OF THE CAROLINAS INC located?
SPECIAL SERVICE FREIGHT COMPANY OF THE CAROLINAS INC is based in CHARLOTTE, North Carolina at 3115 SAM WILSON ROAD SUITE 100, 28214. Phone: (704) 587-0001.
What are SPECIAL SERVICE FREIGHT COMPANY OF THE CAROLINAS INC's out-of-service rates?
SPECIAL SERVICE FREIGHT COMPANY OF THE CAROLINAS INC's driver out-of-service rate is 6.4%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 11.1% (national average: 20.72%). Below average, suggesting the fleet is well-maintained.