SOUTHWEST EXPRESS INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
289876
MC Number
198624
Fleet Size
28
Total Drivers
29
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: August 2, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.
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Safety overview
SOUTHWEST EXPRESS INC is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in HUGOTON, Kansas, operating 28 power units with 29 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 1.8% comes in under the 6.7% national average. They have 2 crashes on file. FMCSA records show 56 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 Kansas is 10.3% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 25.0% across 18,565 carriers.
Company details
- Entity Type
- N/A
- Carrier Operation
- Interstate
- Operation Classification
- Authorized For Hire
- Cargo Carried
- N
- Hazmat
- Yes
- Safety Rating Date
- N/A
Inspections
56
Total
53%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
Great West Casualty Co — eff. Jan 1, 2013
Cargo
LEXINGTON INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Jan 1, 2009
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Source: FMCSA Motus. Imported Aug 4, 2026. Verify current filings directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
Crash history
2
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is SOUTHWEST EXPRESS INC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for SOUTHWEST EXPRESS INC (USDOT #289876) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is SOUTHWEST EXPRESS INC's safety record?
SOUTHWEST EXPRESS INC has 56 inspections in CarrierOwl's current imported snapshot and 2 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 SOUTHWEST EXPRESS INC operate?
SOUTHWEST EXPRESS INC operates 28 power units with 29 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.
Does SOUTHWEST EXPRESS INC transport hazardous materials?
Yes. SOUTHWEST EXPRESS INC is flagged for hazardous materials transportation with FMCSA. That means additional safety requirements and more frequent inspections.
Where is SOUTHWEST EXPRESS INC located?
SOUTHWEST EXPRESS INC is based in HUGOTON, Kansas at 1015 WEST CITY LIMITS, 67951.
What are SOUTHWEST EXPRESS INC's out-of-service rates?
SOUTHWEST EXPRESS INC's driver out-of-service rate is 1.8%, 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 12.2%, 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.