TIDEWATER TRANSIT CO INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
90882
MC Number
115831
Fleet Size
305
Total Drivers
264
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
TIDEWATER TRANSIT CO INC is a large interstate motor carrier based in KINSTON, North Carolina, operating 305 power units with 264 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 0.8% comes in under the 6.7% national average. They have 22 crashes on file (6 with injuries). FMCSA records show 647 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 North Carolina is 13.6% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 30.1% across 53,069 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
647
Total
61%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
NATIONAL UNION FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY OF PITTSBURGH, PA. — eff. Jul 1, 2026
Cargo
The Hanover Insurance Company — eff. Nov 29, 2017
Surety Bond
Hartford Fire Insurance Company — eff. Sep 4, 2024
Trust Fund
Not on file
Source: FMCSA Motus. Imported Aug 4, 2026. Verify current filings directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
Crash history
22
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is TIDEWATER TRANSIT CO INC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for TIDEWATER TRANSIT CO INC (USDOT #90882) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is TIDEWATER TRANSIT CO INC's safety record?
TIDEWATER TRANSIT CO INC has 647 inspections in CarrierOwl's current imported snapshot and 22 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 TIDEWATER TRANSIT CO INC operate?
TIDEWATER TRANSIT CO INC operates 305 power units with 264 drivers on file. That puts them in the large carrier category by FMCSA standards.
Does TIDEWATER TRANSIT CO INC transport hazardous materials?
Yes. TIDEWATER TRANSIT CO INC is flagged for hazardous materials transportation with FMCSA. That means additional safety requirements and more frequent inspections.
Where is TIDEWATER TRANSIT CO INC located?
TIDEWATER TRANSIT CO INC is based in KINSTON, North Carolina at 6174 HWY 70 W, 28504. Phone: (252) 523-4103.
What are TIDEWATER TRANSIT CO INC's out-of-service rates?
TIDEWATER TRANSIT CO INC's driver out-of-service rate is 0.8%, 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 10.7%, 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.