KERNS TRUCKING INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
328429
MC Number
111268
Fleet Size
139
Total Drivers
135
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: August 23, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.
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Safety overview
KERNS TRUCKING INC is a large interstate motor carrier based in BLACKSBURG, South Carolina, operating 139 power units with 135 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 0.0% comes in under the 6.7% national average. They have 6 crashes on file (4 with injuries). FMCSA records show 255 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 South Carolina is 13.1% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 36.0% across 24,265 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
255
Total
69%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
THE TRAVELERS INDEMNITY CO. OF CONNECTICUT — eff. Sep 1, 2019
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
WASHINGTON INTERNATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Mar 21, 1995
Trust Fund
Not on file
Source: Legacy FMCSA. Verify current filings directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
Crash history
6
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is KERNS TRUCKING INC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for KERNS TRUCKING INC (USDOT #328429) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is KERNS TRUCKING INC's safety record?
KERNS TRUCKING INC has 255 inspections in CarrierOwl's current imported snapshot and 6 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 KERNS TRUCKING INC operate?
KERNS TRUCKING INC operates 139 power units with 135 drivers on file. That puts them in the large carrier category by FMCSA standards.
Does KERNS TRUCKING INC transport hazardous materials?
No. KERNS TRUCKING INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is KERNS TRUCKING INC located?
KERNS TRUCKING INC is based in BLACKSBURG, South Carolina at 574 TRIBAL RD, 29702. Phone: (704) 739-4747.
What are KERNS TRUCKING INC's out-of-service rates?
KERNS TRUCKING INC's driver out-of-service rate is 0.0%, 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 14.8%, 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.