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 8 of 50)
Cargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $10,100–$15,900/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $10,600–$16,700/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $11,800–$18,600/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileACTIVEUSDOT #4179588MC-1608958
New VentureJORDAN LOGISTICS LLC
Whites Creek, TN 3718916 Power Units35 Drivers
Cargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $11,300–$17,800/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: Commodities Dry Bulk|Est. Ins: $9,100–$14,300/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $10,700–$16,800/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $11,800–$18,600/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileACTIVEUSDOT #3971679MC-1484297HAZMAT
TREELINE TRANSPORTATION LLC
DBA: KNOXVILLE TOWING AND RECOVERY
Lenoir City, TN 3777115 Power Units10 Drivers
Cargo: Hazardous Materials (Hazmat)|Est. Ins: $12,400–$19,500/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: Hazardous Materials (Hazmat)|Est. Ins: $12,400–$19,500/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $8,600–$13,500/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $8,600–$13,500/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $11,300–$17,800/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: Building Materials|Est. Ins: $11,800–$18,600/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $14,500–$22,800/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileACTIVEUSDOT #907069MC-1019878
MADDEN PHILLIPS CONSTRUCTION INC
Piperton, TN 3801714 Power Units6 Drivers
Cargo: Building Materials|Est. Ins: $10,600–$16,700/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileACTIVEUSDOT #942944MC-405202HAZMAT
TENNESSEE EXPRESS LLC
Chattanooga, TN 3742114 Power Units15 Drivers
Cargo: Hazardous Materials (Hazmat)|Est. Ins: $12,400–$19,500/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $10,100–$15,900/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $11,300–$17,800/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $10,600–$16,700/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $10,100–$15,900/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileACTIVEUSDOT #3442683MC-1118539
BLADE ENTERPRISES LLC
DBA: BLADE TRUCKING
Hendersonvlle, TN 3707514 Power Units14 Drivers
Cargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $10,100–$15,900/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $8,600–$13,500/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileACTIVEUSDOT #4227682MC-1635125
New VentureTRISTAR MACHINE & RIGGING INC
Lebanon, TN 3708714 Power Units8 Drivers
Cargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $14,000–$22,000/truck
Inspection & Filing ProfileCargo: General Freight|Est. Ins: $9,800–$15,500/truck
Inspection & Filing Profile