Fleet typeIdentity
Asset-based
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Carrier profile · USDOT 328429 · MC-111268 · Updated Jun 13, 2026
Kerns Trucking Inc
139 power unitsavg 5.1 yrLocal · 2 statesBLACKSBURG, SC88/100
CARRIER ACTIVEMC-111268 ACTIVERATED SATISFACTORY
Observed fleet · trailing 24 mo daily
139Power units
125 observed · MCS-150
40Trailers seen
Decoded · vPIC
5.1Avg age (yr)
1997–2026 · vPIC
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Load decision · FMCSA snapshot · Jun 13, 2026
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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 38 yearsOperating authority has been on file since 1988.Out-of-service rates below national averageBoth vehicle and driver OOS rates beat the national benchmark across 375 inspections.
USDOT registration3737 yr registered
Active for-hireInsurance (BIPD)$1M in force
FMCSA L&IVehicle OOS · 24-mo14.2%
▼ 22.26% nat'lCrashes · fatal66
7 in 24 moVektor intelligence · beyond the federal recordProprietary signals computed from VIN-decoded inspections & daily FMCSA snapshots
Fleet age vs peersNewer
5.1 yr
Model years 1997–2026 · peer benchmark unavailable.
Identity stabilityStable
37 yr unchanged
Same registration since 1988 — no chameleon / reincarnation signal.
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Verification summary
KERNS TRUCKING INC (USDOT 328429) has a Vektor safety score of 88/100 and a Clear to load verdict, from the carrier's FMCSA record refreshed Jun 13, 2026.
The carrier holds active common and contract for-hire operating authority per FMCSA L&I as of Jun 13, 2026.
It has an active BIPD insurance filing with a $1,000,000 limit in force from THE TRAVELERS INDEMNITY CO. OF CONNECTICUT effective Sep 1, 2019 in FMCSA L&I's current snapshot as of Jun 13, 2026.
Its vehicle out-of-service rate was 14.2% over the last 24 months, versus the 22.26% CVSA national average, from FMCSA roadside-inspection data refreshed Jun 13, 2026.
The carrier received 254 roadside inspections in the last 24 months — 113 vehicle-level and 254 driver-level — across 2 states, according to FMCSA roadside-inspection data refreshed Jun 13, 2026.
The carrier has 7 reportable crashes in the last 24 months and 6 fatal crashes across the full FMCSA crash record available as of Jun 13, 2026.
It reports 139 power units and 135 drivers in its most recent MCS-150 filing dated Apr 30, 2026.
It has an FMCSA safety rating of Satisfactory assigned Mar 29, 2004 in the federal record refreshed Jun 13, 2026.
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Frequently asked
What is KERNS TRUCKING INC's USDOT number?
KERNS TRUCKING INC's USDOT number is 328429, and its motor carrier number is MC-111268.
Is KERNS TRUCKING INC authorized to operate?
As of Jun 13, 2026, KERNS TRUCKING INC is active in the FMCSA register with common, contract, broker operating authority on file.
What is KERNS TRUCKING INC's safety record?
KERNS TRUCKING INC has a 14.2% vehicle out-of-service rate (national average 22.26%) across 375 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 KERNS TRUCKING INC's fleet?
KERNS TRUCKING INC operates 139 power units and 135 drivers per its most recent MCS-150 filing.
Where is KERNS TRUCKING INC based?
KERNS TRUCKING INC is based in BLACKSBURG, SC, with roadside inspections recorded across 2 states.
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