CLASSIC EXPRESS INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
502301
MC Number
258155
Fleet Size
35
Total Drivers
45
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: September 20, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.
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Safety overview
CLASSIC EXPRESS INC is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in CLEVELAND, Tennessee, operating 35 power units with 45 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 16.0% runs above the national average of 6.7%. They have 2 crashes on file. FMCSA records show 25 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 Tennessee is 12.0% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 32.7% across 24,905 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
25
Total
76%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Oct 7, 2023
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
2
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is CLASSIC EXPRESS INC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for CLASSIC EXPRESS INC (USDOT #502301) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is CLASSIC EXPRESS INC's safety record?
CLASSIC EXPRESS INC has 25 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 CLASSIC EXPRESS INC operate?
CLASSIC EXPRESS INC operates 35 power units with 45 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.
Does CLASSIC EXPRESS INC transport hazardous materials?
No. CLASSIC EXPRESS INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is CLASSIC EXPRESS INC located?
CLASSIC EXPRESS INC is based in CLEVELAND, Tennessee at 2150 WESTLAND DRIVE SW, 37311. Phone: (423) 339-2504.
What are CLASSIC EXPRESS INC's out-of-service rates?
CLASSIC EXPRESS INC's driver out-of-service rate is 16.0%, 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 37.5%, 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.