TRADE WINDS TRANSIT INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
283951
MC Number
193777
Fleet Size
62
Total Drivers
57
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
TRADE WINDS TRANSIT INC is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in BARDSTOWN, Kentucky, operating 62 power units with 57 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 5.1% comes in under the 6.7% national average. They have 7 crashes on file (2 with injuries). FMCSA records show 98 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 Kentucky is 11.1% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 26.9% across 43,004 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
98
Total
62%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
CHEROKEE INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Oct 1, 2025
Cargo
FIREMAN'S FUND INSURANCE CO. — eff. Mar 1, 2005
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
7
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is TRADE WINDS TRANSIT INC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for TRADE WINDS TRANSIT INC (USDOT #283951) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is TRADE WINDS TRANSIT INC's safety record?
TRADE WINDS TRANSIT INC has 98 inspections in CarrierOwl's current imported snapshot and 7 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 TRADE WINDS TRANSIT INC operate?
TRADE WINDS TRANSIT INC operates 62 power units with 57 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.
Does TRADE WINDS TRANSIT INC transport hazardous materials?
No. TRADE WINDS TRANSIT INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is TRADE WINDS TRANSIT INC located?
TRADE WINDS TRANSIT INC is based in BARDSTOWN, Kentucky at 1065 BLOOMFIELD ROAD, 40004. Phone: (502) 348-3503.
What are TRADE WINDS TRANSIT INC's out-of-service rates?
TRADE WINDS TRANSIT INC's driver out-of-service rate is 5.1%, 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 8.2%, 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.