David Kirk Smith
Morganton, NC
DBA: SOUTHWAY EXPRESS
Profile data updated Jul 24, 2026 from official FMCSA records
Trust Score
Limited History
FMCSA data ↓
1
Power Units
1
Drivers
FMCSA since 2002 (24 yrs)
Authority Age
Not Rated
Safety Rating
Company Overview
DAVID KIRK SMITH is an active carrier & broker registered with the FMCSA since April 2002. Based in Morganton, NC, they operate a fleet of 1 power unit with 1 CDL driver. They are classified as Interstate and operate interstate (within 100 miles). Their inferred equipment specialization is Dry Van.
Equipment Analysis
Based on FMCSA cargo authorization flags and roadside-inspection vehicle records, David Kirk Smith operates the following equipment types:
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Fleet Breakdown
| Equipment | Owned | Term Leased | Trip Leased | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tractors | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Trailers | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Fleet Size Classification: 1 Truck
Authorized Cargo Types
David Kirk Smith is authorized to transport the following 1 cargo type:
Operations Scope
CDL Drivers: 1
MCS-150 Mileage: 110,885 miles (2024)
Driver Information
1
Total Drivers
1
CDL Drivers
1
Interstate Drivers
Vehicles Operated by DAVID KIRK SMITH
1 truck and 3 trailers identified from FMCSA inspection records. Last update: Jul 1, 2025.
What this fleet looks like
Top makes on record: Peterbilt, Vanguard National Trailer Corporation (vntc), Wabash Vans. Equipment breakdown: 3 SEMI-TRAILER, 1 TRUCK TRACTOR. Zero out-of-service results in the inspection window. Either a small inspection sample or genuinely clean equipment and driver compliance. 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 | 3 | 75% |
| TRUCK TRACTOR | 1 | 25% |
Trailers (3 on record)
Trailers recorded pulling under this carrier's DOT number in FMCSA roadside inspections. Individual trailer plates and VINs are listed in the plate and vehicle sections above.
| Semi-trailer | 3 |
| Vang | 1 |
| Perl | 1 |
| Wabash | 1 |
Vehicle makes (4 brands on record)
| Make | Vehicles | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Peterbilt | 1 | 25% |
| Vanguard National Trailer Corporation (vntc) | 1 | 25% |
| Wabash Vans | 1 | 25% |
| Peerless | 1 | 25% |
License plates on file (4 shown)
Recent active vehicles (4 shown)
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. Recall status is VIN-specific — use the NHTSA recall lookup linked on each vehicle above to see whether a given VIN has open (unremedied) recalls, or verify with the OEM dealer.
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Safety Performance
Good
Below national average OOS rates
O Trucking Safety Grade
2
Inspections
24 months
0
Violations
Total found
0
Out of Service
Orders issued
Out-of-Service Rates vs National Average
✓ Better than national average (-7.5%)
✓ Better than national average (-21.7%)
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/01/2025 | NC | Walk-Around | 0 | ✓ |
| 08/15/2024 | GA | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
Inspection data from FMCSA (24-month window). Updated daily. View full inspection history on FMCSA →
Insurance & Bonding
BIPD
$750,000
NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY
Cargo
Not on file
Bond
Not on file
| Type | Insurance Company | Form | Policy # | Coverage | Effective |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BIPD | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | 91X | WN347132 | $750,000 | 06/03/2023 |
View Insurance History (10 past records)
| Type | Company | Policy # | Effective | Cancelled | Method |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | PIA01999301 | 08/06/2007 | 11/30/2007 | CANCEL | |
| SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | A0175044001 | 06/03/2022 | 06/03/2023 | TERM/REPL | |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WN305456 | 05/03/2022 | 06/03/2022 | TERM/REPL | |
| SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | A0083869001 | 06/03/2019 | 06/03/2020 | TERM/REPL | |
| NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | LTO0059525 | 06/03/2017 | 06/03/2019 | TERM/REPL | |
| STONEWOOD INSURANCE COMPANY | JST1000311 | 06/03/2016 | 06/03/2017 | CANCEL | |
| WILSHIRE INSURANCE COMPANY | JFT070768802 | 06/03/2015 | 06/03/2016 | CANCEL | |
| WILSHIRE INSURANCE COMPANY | JFT0707688 | 06/03/2014 | 06/03/2015 | CANCEL | |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WN288321 | 06/03/2020 | 05/03/2022 | TERM/REPL | |
| CAROLINA CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | 441399 | 03/25/2002 | 03/25/2003 | CANCEL |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What equipment does DAVID KIRK SMITH operate?
Based on their FMCSA cargo classifications and fleet data, DAVID KIRK SMITH is inferred to operate: Dry Van.
Is DAVID KIRK SMITH's authority currently active?
DAVID KIRK SMITH currently holds active operating authority with the FMCSA.
How long has DAVID KIRK SMITH been in business?
DAVID KIRK SMITH has been registered with the FMCSA since April 2002, making their authority approximately 24 years, 3 months old.
Where is DAVID KIRK SMITH located?
DAVID KIRK SMITH is physically located at MORGANTON, NC 28655.
Roadside Inspection History 2 records
Individual inspections from FMCSA Motor Carrier Management Information System (MCMIS). Last 24 months. Updated monthly.
What this means
DAVID KIRK SMITH has been inspected 2 times by state troopers and DOT inspectors in the past 24 months. Most inspections happened in GA, NC. None of these inspections resulted in an out-of-service order, which is well above average.
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-01 | NC | Level 2 · Walk-around | 0 | — |
| 2024-08-15 | GA | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
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