FREIGHT WAY EXPRESS INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
2527503
MC Number
878023
Fleet Size
15
Total Drivers
15
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: August 30, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.
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Safety overview
FREIGHT WAY EXPRESS INC is a small interstate motor carrier based in INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, operating 15 power units with 15 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. Their driver out-of-service rate of 9.5% runs above the national average of 6.7%. They have 3 crashes on file (1 with injuries). FMCSA records show 21 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.
BASIC percentile display is temporarily paused while we validate CarrierOwl's methodology against the official FMCSA SMS portal.
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 Indiana is 12.5% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 29.8% across 46,436 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
21
Total
68%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
BENCHMARK SPECIALTY INSURANCE CO. — eff. Aug 13, 2025
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 FREIGHT WAY EXPRESS INC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for FREIGHT WAY EXPRESS INC (USDOT #2527503) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is FREIGHT WAY EXPRESS INC's safety record?
FREIGHT WAY EXPRESS INC has 21 inspections in CarrierOwl's current imported snapshot and 3 matching crashes. They do not show a formal FMCSA safety rating in CarrierOwl's current data. A zero result is limited to the dataset and snapshot window. Verify current BASIC percentiles and crash information directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
How many trucks does FREIGHT WAY EXPRESS INC operate?
FREIGHT WAY EXPRESS INC operates 15 power units with 15 drivers on file. That makes them a small carrier.
Does FREIGHT WAY EXPRESS INC transport hazardous materials?
No. FREIGHT WAY EXPRESS INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is FREIGHT WAY EXPRESS INC located?
FREIGHT WAY EXPRESS INC is based in INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana at 6133 SHALLOW CREEK LANE, 46237. Phone: (317) 703-3330.
What are FREIGHT WAY EXPRESS INC's out-of-service rates?
FREIGHT WAY EXPRESS INC's driver out-of-service rate is 9.5%, compared with the 6.7% reference shown by FMCSA SMS when checked August 4, 2026. Interpret the difference with inspection volume and verify the current FMCSA record. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 40.0%, compared with the 23.4% reference shown by FMCSA SMS when checked August 4, 2026. Interpret the difference with inspection volume and verify the current FMCSA record.