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Carrier profile · USDOT 115868 · MC-290662 · Updated 06/21/2026
KENNETH SMITH INC
29 power unitsavg 6 yrRegional · 3 statesNILES, MI
CARRIER ACTIVEMC-290662 ACTIVERATED SATISFACTORY
Observed fleet · trailing 24 mo daily
29Power units
15 observed · MCS-150
20Trailers seen
Decoded · vPIC
6.0Avg age (yr)
1999–2026 · vPIC
Carrier verification summary for KENNETH SMITH INC
KENNETH SMITH INC (USDOT 115868) has a Vektor safety score of 88/100 and a Clear to load verdict, computed deterministically from the FMCSA record refreshed 06/21/2026.
KENNETH SMITH INC (USDOT 115868) holds active common for-hire operating authority per FMCSA L&I as of 06/21/2026.
KENNETH SMITH INC (USDOT 115868) has an unknown current BIPD insurance status because no FMCSA L&I active-filing snapshot row is available as of 06/21/2026.
KENNETH SMITH INC (USDOT 115868) has a 14.3% vehicle out-of-service rate over the last 24 months, versus the 22.26% CVSA national average, from FMCSA roadside-inspection data refreshed 06/21/2026.
KENNETH SMITH INC (USDOT 115868) has 7 reportable crashes in the last 24 months and 5 fatal crashes across the full FMCSA crash record available as of 06/21/2026.
KENNETH SMITH INC (USDOT 115868) reports 29 power units and 30 drivers in its most recent MCS-150 filing dated 02/24/2026.
KENNETH SMITH INC (USDOT 115868) has an FMCSA safety rating of Satisfactory assigned 11/07/2003 in the federal record refreshed 06/21/2026.
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Load decision · FMCSA snapshot · 2026-06-21
Clear to load
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Active operating authorityInsurance on fileFatal crash on record
In good standing · 4
Active operating authorityActive for-hire authority is on file with FMCSA.Insurance on fileBIPD (liability) insurance is on file with FMCSA.Established 52 yearsOperating authority has been on file since 1974.Out-of-service rates below national averageBoth vehicle and driver OOS rates beat the national benchmark across 39 inspections.
USDOT registration5252 yr registered
Active for-hireInsurance (BIPD)On file
FMCSA L&IVehicle OOS · 24-mo14.314.3 %
▼ 22.26% nat'lCrashes · fatal55
7 in 24 moVektor intelligence · beyond the federal recordProprietary signals computed from VIN-decoded inspections & daily FMCSA snapshots
Fleet age vs peersNewer
6 yr
Model years 1999–2026 · peer benchmark computing.
Identity stabilityStable
52 yr unchanged
Same registration since 1974 — no chameleon / reincarnation signal.
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Frequently asked
What is KENNETH SMITH INC's USDOT number?
KENNETH SMITH INC's USDOT number is 115868, and its motor carrier number is MC-290662.
Is KENNETH SMITH INC authorized to operate?
As of 2026-06-21, KENNETH SMITH INC is active in the FMCSA register with common, contract, broker operating authority on file.
What is KENNETH SMITH INC's safety record?
KENNETH SMITH INC has a 14.3% vehicle out-of-service rate (national average 22.26%) across 39 roadside inspections, with 7 reportable crashes in the last 24 months, and an FMCSA "Satisfactory" safety rating. Vektor's computed risk score is 88/100 (tier: clear).
How big is KENNETH SMITH INC's fleet?
KENNETH SMITH INC operates 29 power units and 30 drivers per its most recent MCS-150 filing.
Where is KENNETH SMITH INC based?
KENNETH SMITH INC is based in NILES, MI, with roadside inspections recorded across 3 states.
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