Classic Express INC
Cleveland, TN
Profile data updated Mar 9, 2026 from official FMCSA records
Trust Score
Mixed
FMCSA data ↓
35
Power Units
45
Drivers
Est. 1992 (33 yrs)
Authority Age
Not Rated
Safety Rating
Company Overview
CLASSIC EXPRESS INC is an active carrier & broker registered with the FMCSA since October 1992. Based in CLEVELAND, TN, They are classified as Interstate and operate interstate (beyond 100 miles) and interstate (within 100 miles). Their inferred equipment specialization is Reefer.
Equipment Analysis
Based on FMCSA cargo authorization flags and roadside-inspection vehicle records, Classic Express INC operates the following equipment types:
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Fleet Breakdown
| Equipment | Owned | Term Leased | Trip Leased | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tractors | 35 | 0 | 0 | 35 |
| Trailers | 150 | 0 | 0 | 150 |
Authorized Cargo Types
Classic Express INC is authorized to transport the following 2 cargo types:
Operations Scope
CDL Drivers: 35
MCS-150 Mileage: 2,201,638 miles (2023)
Driver Information
45
Total Drivers
35
CDL Drivers
45
Interstate Drivers
Vehicles Operated by CLASSIC EXPRESS INC
33 trucks identified from FMCSA inspection records. Last update: Mar 5, 2026.
What this fleet looks like
Top makes on record: Freightliner, Wabash Nat, Wabash Vans. Equipment breakdown: 18 SEMI-TRAILER, 15 TRUCK TRACTOR. Critical out-of-service rate. More than 1 in 4 inspections is finding park-it issues. FMCSA intervention is likely. Fleet data is from FMCSA roadside inspection records (24-month rolling). Trucks that haven't been inspected recently may not appear.
Equipment mix (2 vehicle types)
| Vehicle type | Count | Share |
|---|---|---|
| SEMI-TRAILER | 18 | 55% |
| TRUCK TRACTOR | 15 | 45% |
Vehicle makes (7 brands on record)
| Make | Vehicles | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Freightliner | 15 | 45% |
| Wabash Nat | 9 | 27% |
| Wabash Vans | 3 | 9% |
| Wanc | 3 | 9% |
| Gdan | 1 | 3% |
| Unpublishe | 1 | 3% |
| Waba | 1 | 3% |
License plates on file (20 shown of 33 plates)
| Plate | State | Vehicle | Inspections | Last seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A448HZ | TN | FREIGHTLIN TRUCK TRACTOR | 2 | Mar 2026 |
| U502320 | TN | WABASH NAT SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | Mar 2026 |
| A481HZ | TN | FREIGHTLIN TRUCK TRACTOR | 3 | Feb 2026 |
| 446320T | TN | WABASH NAT SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | Feb 2026 |
| U8459HY | TN | FREIGHTLIN TRUCK TRACTOR | 3 | Oct 2025 |
| V5622HY | TN | FREIGHTLIN TRUCK TRACTOR | 1 | Aug 2025 |
| 213554T | TN | WABASH NAT SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | Aug 2025 |
| U514010 | TN | WABASH NAT SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | May 2025 |
| 446319T | TN | GDAN SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | Apr 2025 |
| A477HZ | TN | FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR | 2 | Apr 2025 |
| 446321T | TN | WABASH NAT SEMI-TRAILER | 2 | Apr 2025 |
| U535053 | TN | WANC SEMI-TRAILER | 3 | Mar 2025 |
| A482HZ | TN | FREIGHTLIN TRUCK TRACTOR | 2 | Mar 2025 |
| 118240T | TN | WABASH NAT SEMI-TRAILER | 2 | Mar 2025 |
| A448HZ | TN | FREIGHTLIN TRUCK TRACTOR | 1 | Mar 2025 |
| 118242T | UK | WANC SEMI-TRAILER | 2 | Mar 2025 |
| 512071T | TN | WABASH NAT SEMI-TRAILER | 2 | Mar 2025 |
| 118243T | TN | WABASH NAT SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | Feb 2025 |
| N0292HY | TN | FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR | 2 | Feb 2025 |
| A472HZ | TN | FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR | 3 | Feb 2025 |
Plate registrations span 2 states: TN (30) · UK (3)
Recent active vehicles (12 shown of 33)
Showing the most recently active 12 vehicles. Full fleet records are available via direct VIN search.
Fleet data is aggregated from FMCSA roadside inspection records (24-month rolling window). Vehicles inspected under this carrier's DOT number are listed. A VIN can appear under multiple carriers over its lifetime if leased, sold, or operated by different fleets at different times. For VIN-specific recall service status, verify directly with the OEM dealer or NHTSA.gov/recalls.
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Safety Performance
Below Average
Above average OOS rates
O Trucking Safety Grade
25
Inspections
24 months
31
Violations
Total found
10
Out of Service
Orders issued
Out-of-Service Rates vs National Average
✗ Worse than national average (+8.5%)
✗ Worse than national average (+2.3%)
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/04/2026 | NC | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 03/05/2026 | TN | Driver Only | 1 | ✓ |
| 02/05/2026 | GA | Driver Only | 1 | ✓ |
| 10/23/2025 | NC | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 09/09/2025 | NC | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 08/11/2025 | SC | Walk-Around | 6 | 4 |
| 05/27/2025 | TN | Walk-Around | 1 | ✓ |
| 04/29/2025 | KY | Driver Only | 1 | ✓ |
| 04/22/2025 | GA | Walk-Around | 3 | 1 |
| 03/31/2025 | GA | Driver Only | 4 | 1 |
| 03/31/2025 | NC | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 03/28/2025 | TN | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 03/18/2025 | US | Full | 1 | ✓ |
| 02/18/2025 | SC | Driver Only | 1 | 1 |
| 02/12/2025 | TN | Walk-Around | 1 | 1 |
Showing 15 of 25 inspections.
Inspection data from FMCSA (24-month window). Updated daily. View full inspection history on FMCSA →
Violation Breakdown
Insurance & Bonding
BIPD
$1 Million
ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY
Cargo
Not on file
Bond
Not on file
| Type | Insurance Company | Form | Policy # | Coverage | Effective |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BIPD | ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | 91X | CA-ZS7646 | $1 Million | 10/07/2023 |
View Insurance History (20 past records)
| Type | Company | Policy # | Effective | Cancelled | Method |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | T136728 | 12/02/1992 | 11/14/2000 | TERM/CANCL | |
| GENERAL CASUALTY COMPANY OF WISCONSIN | CTP0750323 | 10/07/2009 | 10/19/2011 | TERM/CANCL | |
| GENERAL CASUALTY COMPANY OF WISCONSIN | CTP0750323 | 10/07/2009 | 10/19/2011 | CANCEL | |
| ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | CA-X53542 | 10/07/2018 | 10/07/2023 | TERM/REPL | |
| ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | CA-X53542 | 10/07/2012 | 10/07/2018 | CANCEL | |
| NATIONAL INTERSTATE INSURANCE COMPANY | CAT 0010490-00 | 10/07/2011 | 10/07/2012 | TERM/REPL | |
| GENERAL CASUALTY COMPANY OF WISCONSIN | CTP0750323 | 10/07/2009 | 10/07/2011 | TERM/REPL | |
| ACADIA INSURANCE COMPANY | CPA 424 71 51 US | 10/07/2006 | 10/07/2009 | CANCEL | |
| ACADIA INSURANCE COMPANY | CPA 424 71 51 US | 10/07/2006 | 10/07/2009 | CANCEL | |
| CLARENDON NATIONAL INS. CO. | DSN000011457 | 10/07/2005 | 10/07/2006 | CANCEL | |
| CLARENDON NATIONAL INS. CO. | DSN000011456 | 10/07/2005 | 10/07/2006 | CANCEL | |
| CLARENDON NATIONAL INS. CO. | DSN000010438 | 10/07/2004 | 10/07/2005 | CANCEL | |
| CLARENDON AMERICA INSURANCE COMPANY | DSNA 000 00 583 | 10/07/2004 | 10/07/2005 | CANCEL | |
| AUTO OWNERS INSURANCE COMPANY | 44 712020 00 | 10/07/2003 | 10/07/2004 | TERM/REPL | |
| LINCOLN GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY | LTC 100537 | 10/07/2002 | 10/07/2003 | TERM/REPL | |
| HARCO NATIONAL INSURANCE CO. | TPU3035236 | 10/07/2001 | 10/07/2002 | TERM/REPL | |
| EMPLOYERS INSURANCE OF WAUSAU, A MUTUAL CO. | 0821-00-009774 | 10/07/2000 | 10/07/2001 | CANCEL | |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | T136728 | 12/02/1992 | 10/07/2000 | TERM/REPL | |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | TF229271 | 07/02/1999 | 10/07/2000 | TERM/REPL | |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | T136728 | 10/07/1992 | 10/07/1998 | TERM/REPL |
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Crash History
2
Total Crashes
0
Fatalities
0
Injuries
2
Tow-Aways
| Date | State | Location | Fatal | Injuries | Tow |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/17/2025 | NC | CANTON, NC | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 01/22/2025 | TN | NOT IN CITY LIMIT, TN | 0 | 0 | Yes |
Crash data from FMCSA. Does not include driver information per federal privacy requirements. View full crash report on FMCSA →
Is Classic Express INC Legitimate? Safety & Fraud Check
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Frequently Asked Questions
What equipment does CLASSIC EXPRESS INC operate?
Based on their FMCSA cargo classifications and fleet data, CLASSIC EXPRESS INC is inferred to operate: Reefer.
Is CLASSIC EXPRESS INC's authority currently active?
CLASSIC EXPRESS INC currently holds active operating authority with the FMCSA.
How long has CLASSIC EXPRESS INC been in business?
CLASSIC EXPRESS INC has been registered with the FMCSA since October 1992, making their authority approximately 33 years, 8 months old.
Where is CLASSIC EXPRESS INC located?
CLASSIC EXPRESS INC is physically located at 2150 WESTLAND DRIVE SW, CLEVELAND, TN 37311.
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How does a fleet like CLASSIC EXPRESS INC find qualified CDL drivers to hire in TN?
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Roadside Inspection History 25 records
Individual inspections from FMCSA Motor Carrier Management Information System (MCMIS). Last 24 months. Updated monthly.
What this means
CLASSIC EXPRESS INC has been inspected 25 times by state troopers and DOT inspectors in the past 24 months. Most inspections happened in TN, NC, GA. Out of these, 7 inspections (about 28%) resulted in an out-of-service order — meaning the truck or driver was held until a violation was fixed. The national average vehicle out-of-service rate is roughly 21%. The most frequently cited violation is 393.207A-STCB — 4 times in this window.
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-04 | NC | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2026-03-05 | TN | Level 3 · Driver-only | 1 | — |
| 2026-02-05 | GA | Level 3 · Driver-only | 1 | — |
| 2025-10-23 | NC | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2025-09-09 | NC | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2025-08-11 | SC | Level 2 · Walk-around | 6 | OOS · 4 |
| 2025-05-27 | TN | Level 2 · Walk-around | 1 | — |
| 2025-04-29 | KY | Level 3 · Driver-only | 1 | — |
| 2025-04-22 | GA | Level 2 · Walk-around | 3 | OOS · 1 |
| 2025-03-31 | GA | Level 3 · Driver-only | 4 | OOS · 1 |
| 2025-03-31 | NC | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2025-03-28 | TN | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2025-03-18 | US | Level 1 · North American Standard (full) | 1 | — |
| 2025-02-18 | SC | Level 3 · Driver-only | 1 | OOS · 1 |
| 2025-02-12 | TN | Level 2 · Walk-around | 1 | OOS · 1 |
| 2025-02-04 | TN | Level 1 · North American Standard (full) | 3 | OOS · 1 |
| 2025-01-22 | TN | Level 3 · Driver-only | 2 | OOS · 1 |
| 2024-12-23 | TN | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2024-11-12 | TN | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2024-11-08 | NC | Level 2 · Walk-around | 1 | — |
| 2024-10-03 | TN | Level 1 · North American Standard (full) | 3 | — |
| 2024-09-16 | TN | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2024-08-15 | GA | Level 3 · Driver-only | 1 | — |
| 2024-07-30 | TN | Level 3 · Driver-only | 1 | — |
| 2024-07-19 | NC | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
Most-Cited Violations
Top 10 violation types across this carrier's roadside inspections. Cards in red triggered an out-of-service order — the most serious outcome.
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Other USDOT Registrations Sharing Officer Names (5)
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