TVS INC
AUTHORIZEDDBA: DEEP SOUTH FREIGHT
USDOT
273403
MC Number
163871
Fleet Size
99
Total Drivers
96
Last updated: March 16, 2026
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Safety overview
TVS INC is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in BIRMINGHAM, Alabama, operating 99 power units with 96 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 1.0% comes in under the 5.51% national average. They have 8 crashes on file (1 with injuries). FMCSA records show 194 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 Alabama is 11.3% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 29.3% across 33,555 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
194
Total
70%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Mar 1, 2020
Cargo
COMPANION PROPERTY & CASUALTY INS. CO. — eff. Mar 1, 2011
Surety Bond
UNITED STATES FIDELITY & GUARANTY CO. — eff. Dec 15, 1982
Trust Fund
Not on file
Crash history
8
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is TVS INC authorized to operate?
Yes. TVS INC (USDOT #273403) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is TVS INC's safety record?
TVS INC has 194 inspections on file and 8 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 TVS INC operate?
TVS INC operates 99 power units with 96 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.
Does TVS INC transport hazardous materials?
No. TVS INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is TVS INC located?
TVS INC is based in BIRMINGHAM, Alabama at 2221 17TH STREET NORTH, 35204. Phone: (205) 326-0490.
What are TVS INC's out-of-service rates?
TVS INC's driver out-of-service rate is 1.0%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Below average, which is a good sign. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 32.9% (national average: 20.72%). Above average, which may point to vehicle maintenance gaps.