WESTERN EXPRESS INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
511412
MC Number
260323
Fleet Size
3332
Total Drivers
3693
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: July 26, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.
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Safety overview
WESTERN EXPRESS INC is a large interstate motor carrier based in NASHVILLE, Tennessee, operating 3332 power units with 3693 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 1.9% comes in under the 5.51% national average. They have 607 crashes on file (11 fatal, 178 with injuries). FMCSA records show 11848 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 Tennessee is 11.8% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 32.0% across 24,230 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
11848
Total
62%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
Ace American Insurance Company — eff. Jun 1, 2026
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Source: FMCSA Motus. Imported Jul 22, 2026. Verify current filings directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
Crash history
607
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is WESTERN EXPRESS INC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for WESTERN EXPRESS INC (USDOT #511412) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is WESTERN EXPRESS INC's safety record?
WESTERN EXPRESS INC has 11848 inspections on file and 607 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 WESTERN EXPRESS INC operate?
WESTERN EXPRESS INC operates 3332 power units with 3693 drivers on file. That puts them in the large carrier category by FMCSA standards.
Does WESTERN EXPRESS INC transport hazardous materials?
No. WESTERN EXPRESS INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is WESTERN EXPRESS INC located?
WESTERN EXPRESS INC is based in NASHVILLE, Tennessee at 7135 CENTENNIAL PLACE, 37209.
What are WESTERN EXPRESS INC's out-of-service rates?
WESTERN EXPRESS INC's driver out-of-service rate is 1.9%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Below average, which is a good sign. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 30.3% (national average: 20.72%). Above average, which may point to vehicle maintenance gaps.