TN Motor Carrier Census & Insurance Guide
Trucking Companies in Tennessee
Official U.S. DOT census data shows 1,822 active for-hire and private motor carriers headquartered in Tennessee, operating 38,323 commercial power units and employing 39,236 commercial drivers.
1,822
Active TN Fleets
38,323
Power Units
$11,911
Avg Min Ins / Truck
872
New Authorities
Actuarial Premium Benchmarks
Updated Monthly2026 Tennessee Commercial Truck Insurance Cost by Fleet Size
| Fleet Operation Tier | Power Units | Estimated Annual Premium | Primary Coverage Included | Required Filings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Owner-Operator (Semi / Box Truck) | 1 Truck | $11,911 – $18,764 | $1M Auto Liability + $100k Cargo | BMC-91X, MCS-90 |
| Small Commercial Fleet | 2 – 4 Units | $23,226 – $70,365 | $1M Liability + Physical Damage + Cargo | BMC-91X, Form E |
| Mid-Sized Transportation Fleet | 5 – 15 Units | $54,791 – $253,314 | Comprehensive Commercial Fleet Policy + GL | BMC-91X, MCS-90, Form H |
| New Venture Authority (1st Year) | 1 – 2 Trucks | $14,889 – $25,331 | New Venture Risk Surcharge + $1M Liability | BMC-91X, BOC-3 |
* Actuarial benchmarks based on official FMCSA statutory requirements and underwriting loss ratios in Tennessee.Calculate Custom TN Quote →
Browse Tennessee Trucking Companies by City (30 Top Freight Hubs)
Memphis(233)Nashville(177)Knoxville(75)Antioch(74)Chattanooga(62)Murfreesboro(58)Clarksville(55)Cordova(46)Lebanon(31)La Vergne(29)Jackson(25)Bartlett(24)Smyrna(23)Mount Juliet(23)Brentwood(22)Franklin(17)Hendersonville(17)Cleveland(16)Columbia(15)Cookeville(14)Springfield(14)Shelbyville(12)Madison(12)Kingsport(12)Crossville(11)Maryville(11)Portland(11)Lawrenceburg(10)Gallatin(10)Sevierville(10)
Verified Motor Carriers in Tennessee (Page 4 of 50)
Cargo: Passengers & Charter|Est. Ins: $10,800–$17,000/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileACTIVEUSDOT #2458545MC-849237HAZMAT
JBF TRANSPORT LLC
DBA: JBF TRANSPORT
Gallatin, TN 37066-449656 Power Units29 Drivers
Cargo: Hazardous Materials (Hazmat)|Est. Ins: $11,200–$17,600/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileACTIVEUSDOT #3081697MC-67649
New VentureAOG CARRIER LLC
Nashville, TN 37208-110955 Power Units60 Drivers
Cargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $10,200–$16,000/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $9,400–$14,800/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $9,400–$14,800/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileACTIVEUSDOT #2465955MC-906482
HEARTBEAT AUTO TRANSPORT INC
La Vergne, TN 3708652 Power Units52 Drivers
Cargo: Motor Vehicles & Auto Hauling|Est. Ins: $10,200–$16,000/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: Building Materials|Est. Ins: $9,600–$15,000/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $10,200–$16,000/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $8,200–$12,900/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileACTIVEUSDOT #1008668MC-427243
NASHVILLE LIVERY INC
DBA: SIGNATURE TRANSPORTATION SERVICES
Nashville, TN 3721146 Power Units59 Drivers
Cargo: Passengers & Charter|Est. Ins: $10,800–$17,000/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $8,000–$12,600/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $7,700–$12,100/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $8,100–$12,700/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $10,800–$17,000/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: Utility & Telecom|Est. Ins: $8,200–$12,900/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileACTIVEUSDOT #4339776MC-1737286HAZMAT
New VentureCROSSLIN TRUCKING LLC
Eagleville, TN 3706044 Power Units52 Drivers
Cargo: Hazardous Materials (Hazmat)|Est. Ins: $14,800–$23,200/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $10,600–$16,700/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $10,600–$16,700/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $7,700–$12,100/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileACTIVEUSDOT #716474MC-329638
TEMPERATURE CONTROLLED EXPRESS INC
DBA: TCX
Nashville, TN 3721141 Power Units41 Drivers
Cargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $9,100–$14,300/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: Building Materials|Est. Ins: $8,900–$14,000/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $10,600–$16,700/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $9,100–$14,300/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $7,700–$12,100/truck
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