Old South Freight Service INC
Cedar Hill, TN
Profile data updated Jul 27, 2026 from official FMCSA records
Trust Score
Mixed
FMCSA data ↓
75
Power Units
50
Drivers
FMCSA since 1974 (52 yrs)
Authority Age
S
Safety Rating
Company Overview
OLD SOUTH FREIGHT SERVICE INC is an active motor carrier registered with the FMCSA since June 1974. Based in Cedar Hill, TN, they operate a fleet of 75 power units with 50 CDL drivers. They are classified as Interstate and operate interstate (beyond 100 miles) and interstate (within 100 miles). Their inferred equipment specializations include Reefer, Flatbed, Step Deck / RGN, Dump Truck, Hopper / Grain and Doubles/Triples.
Equipment Analysis
Based on FMCSA cargo authorization flags and roadside-inspection vehicle records, Old South Freight Service INC operates the following equipment types:
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Fleet Breakdown
| Equipment | Owned | Term Leased | Trip Leased | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tractors | 0 | 75 | 0 | 75 |
| Trailers | 0 | 94 | 0 | 94 |
Authorized Cargo Types
Old South Freight Service INC is authorized to transport the following 9 cargo types:
Operations Scope
CDL Drivers: 50
MCS-150 Mileage: 3,219,440 miles (2025)
Driver Information
50
Total Drivers
50
CDL Drivers
50
Interstate Drivers
Vehicles Operated by OLD SOUTH FREIGHT SERVICE INC
58 trucks and 61 trailers identified from FMCSA inspection records. Last update: Jun 16, 2026.
What this fleet looks like
Top makes on record: Peterbilt, Freightliner, Kenworth. Equipment breakdown: 60 SEMI-TRAILER, 58 TRUCK TRACTOR, 1 FULL TRAILER. Fleet data is from FMCSA roadside inspection records (24-month rolling). Trucks that haven't been inspected recently may not appear.
Equipment mix (3 vehicle types)
| Vehicle type | Count | Share |
|---|---|---|
| SEMI-TRAILER | 60 | 50% |
| TRUCK TRACTOR | 58 | 49% |
| FULL TRAILER | 1 | 1% |
Trailers (61 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 | 60 |
| Full Trailer | 1 |
| Transcraft | 8 |
| Trlr | 7 |
| Fontaine | 7 |
| Benson Tru | 5 |
| Reitnouer | 5 |
| Great Dane | 4 |
| Unpublishe | 4 |
| Unknown | 3 |
| Dorsey Tra | 2 |
| Dors | 2 |
| Benson | 1 |
| Extl | 1 |
| Bens | 1 |
| East So Tr | 1 |
| Manac Trai | 1 |
| Flatbed or Platform Trailer | 42 |
| Logging Trailer | 3 |
| Dolly | 2 |
| Box or Van Enclosed Trailer | 1 |
| 53 ft | 29 |
| 48 ft | 14 |
| 45 ft | 2 |
| 52 ft | 2 |
| 51 ft | 1 |
| 27 ft | 1 |
| 2 axles | 44 |
| 3 axles | 5 |
| 4 axles | 5 |
| 1 axle | 1 |
Vehicle makes (20 brands on record)
| Make | Vehicles | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Peterbilt | 19 | 17% |
| Freightliner | 18 | 16% |
| Kenworth | 13 | 12% |
| Benson/wabash | 9 | 8% |
| Fontaine Trailer Co. | 9 | 8% |
| Reitnouer Inc | 7 | 6% |
| International | 6 | 5% |
| Transcraft/wabash | 5 | 5% |
| Dorsey | 4 | 4% |
| Great Dane Trailers | 4 | 4% |
| Manac Trailers Usa | 3 | 3% |
| Manac | 3 | 3% |
| Pitts Trailers | 3 | 3% |
| Benson Tru | 2 | 2% |
| Fontaine Trailer | 1 | 1% |
| Internatio | 1 | 1% |
| Western Star | 1 | 1% |
| Wabash Platforms | 1 | 1% |
| Indian Motorcycle | 1 | 1% |
| Mac Trailer Manufacturing | 1 | 1% |
Spec sheets, common recalls & complaints for the truck models this carrier operates.
License plates on file (20 shown, most recent first)
| Plate | State | Vehicle | Inspections | Last seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01M2HB | MO | Benson Tru SEMI-TRAILER | 3 | Jun 2026 |
| 25KT7X | MO | Peterbilt TRUCK TRACTOR | 2 | Jun 2026 |
| 87KT4P | MO | Kenworth M TRUCK TRACTOR | 7 | Jun 2026 |
| 90M3MT | MO | Dorsey Tra SEMI-TRAILER | 4 | Jun 2026 |
| 90M2MT | MO | Dors SEMI-TRAILER | 3 | Jun 2026 |
| 70KS3U | MO | Kenworth TRUCK TRACTOR | 2 | Jun 2026 |
| 12KS2U | MO | Peterbilt TRUCK TRACTOR | 1 | Jun 2026 |
| 03M5EV | MO | Fontaine SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | Jun 2026 |
| 55KR1K | MO | Kenworth TRUCK TRACTOR | 4 | May 2026 |
| 19M1FZ | MO | Benson SEMI-TRAILER | 3 | May 2026 |
| 70KT3K | MO | Freightliner TRUCK TRACTOR | 3 | May 2026 |
| W8995HY | TN | Freightliner TRUCK TRACTOR | 1 | May 2026 |
| 03M7EV | MO | Transcraft SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | May 2026 |
| 25KT4H | MO | Freightliner TRUCK TRACTOR | 4 | May 2026 |
| 01M3HB | MO | Transcraft SEMI-TRAILER | 2 | May 2026 |
| P2988HY | TN | Peterbilt TRUCK TRACTOR | 1 | May 2026 |
| U280380 | TN | Trlr SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | May 2026 |
| U378239 | TN | Manac Trai SEMI-TRAILER | 2 | May 2026 |
| T9037HY | AR | Internatio TRUCK TRACTOR | 1 | May 2026 |
| 53M0AJ | MO | Fontaine SEMI-TRAILER | 3 | May 2026 |
Plate registrations span 8 states: MO (79) · TN (29) · UK (4) · AL (2) · IL (2) · GA (1) · AR (1) · MI (1)
Recent active vehicles (12 shown of 119)
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. 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
Below Average
Above average OOS rates
O Trucking Safety Grade
119
Inspections
24 months
226
Violations
Total found
50
Out of Service
Orders issued
Out-of-Service Rates vs National Average
✓ Better than national average (-1.1%)
✗ Worse than national average (+22.2%)
Out-of-service rates follow FMCSA's definition: the share of relevant roadside inspections in which at least one out-of-service order was issued. Vehicle rates use level 1, 2 and 5 inspections; driver rates use level 1, 2, 3 and 6. National averages are computed from the same FMCSA inspection data.
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/22/2026 | TN | Walk-Around | 1 | 1 |
| 07/15/2026 | TX | Walk-Around | 1 | 1 |
| 07/07/2026 | TN | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 06/30/2026 | TX | Walk-Around | 3 | 1 |
| 06/16/2026 | TX | Walk-Around | 0 | ✓ |
| 06/08/2026 | MI | Walk-Around | 4 | ✓ |
| 06/08/2026 | IN | Driver Only | 1 | ✓ |
| 06/08/2026 | NM | Walk-Around | 0 | ✓ |
| 06/02/2026 | TX | Walk-Around | 0 | ✓ |
| 05/28/2026 | TX | Walk-Around | 15 | 1 |
| 05/25/2026 | MS | Driver Only | 1 | ✓ |
| 05/20/2026 | MO | Walk-Around | 0 | ✓ |
| 05/14/2026 | WV | Walk-Around | 1 | 1 |
| 05/14/2026 | MS | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 05/05/2026 | AR | Driver Only | 1 | 1 |
Showing 15 of 119 inspections.
Inspection data from FMCSA (24-month window). Updated daily. View full inspection history on FMCSA →
Violation Breakdown
A single inspection can produce more than one out-of-service order, so this is a count of orders, not a rate. See the FMCSA vehicle and driver out-of-service rates in Safety Performance above.
Insurance & Bonding
BIPD
$750,000
SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY
Cargo
Not on file
Bond
Not on file
| Type | Insurance Company | Form | Policy # | Coverage | Effective |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BIPD | SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | 91X | CT750355002 | $750,000 | 03/01/2017 |
View Insurance History (20 past records)
| Type | Company | Policy # | Effective | Cancelled | Method |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AMERICAN CONTRACTORS INDEMNITY COMPANY | 268499 | 05/10/2008 | 10/01/2013 | CANCEL | |
| WASHINGTON INTERNATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY | IM0110-0424 | 02/20/1995 | 08/04/1996 | CANCEL | |
| AMERICAN SOUTHERN INSURANCE CO. | 508 25 | 06/07/2004 | 07/21/2005 | TERM/REPL | |
| LUMBERMENS MUTUAL CASUALTY CO. | 3AT 651 991 | 07/01/1998 | 07/01/2002 | TERM/REPL | |
| FIRE & CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. OF CONNECTICUT | MTC100220 | 07/01/1996 | 07/01/1998 | TERM/REPL | |
| AMERICAN SOUTHERN INSURANCE CO. | 508 25 | 06/07/2004 | 06/07/2004 | TERM/REPL | |
| AMERICAN CONTRACTORS INDEMNITY COMPANY | 268499 | 07/21/2005 | 05/10/2008 | CANCEL | |
| CONTRACTOR'S BONDING AND INSURANCE COMPANY | C11557 | 12/12/1991 | 04/07/2004 | CANCEL | |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CLP81929A | 02/20/1998 | 04/06/1999 | TERM/CANCL | |
| CAROLINA CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | 337160 | 03/01/2001 | 04/05/2002 | CANCEL | |
| RELIANCE NATIONAL INDEMNITY COMPANY | EM 2520094 | 02/01/1992 | 03/30/1995 | CANCEL | |
| SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | CT7503551102-021 | 03/01/2002 | 03/01/2017 | TERM/REPL | |
| UNDERWRITERS AT LLOYDS LONDON | 2001TZV118264-011 | 03/01/2011 | 03/01/2012 | CANCEL | |
| UNDERWRITERS AT LLOYDS LONDON | 2001TZV108264-008 | 03/01/2010 | 03/01/2011 | CANCEL | |
| SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | CT7503551302-021 | 07/01/2002 | 03/01/2010 | TERM/REPL | |
| EMPLOYERS INSURANCE OF WAUSAU, A MUTUAL CO. | 0821-00-009603 | 03/01/2000 | 03/01/2001 | CANCEL | |
| WAUSAU UNDERWRITERS INSURANCE COMPANY | 082000009603 | 03/01/1999 | 03/01/2000 | CANCEL | |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CLP81929A | 02/20/1998 | 03/01/1999 | TERM/REPL | |
| RELIANCE NATIONAL INDEMNITY COMPANY | NKC250920604 | 02/20/1997 | 02/20/1998 | CANCEL | |
| RELIANCE NATIONAL INDEMNITY COMPANY | NKC250920603 | 02/20/1996 | 02/20/1997 | CANCEL |
Insurance data sourced from FMCSA. Updated daily. Verify on FMCSA →
Crash History
6
Total Crashes
0
Fatalities
4
Injuries
6
Tow-Aways
6 FMCSA-recordable · 6 state-recordable
Of 6 reported crashes: 1 on adverse road surfaces · 1 after dark.
| Date | State | Location | Vehicles | Fatal | Injuries | Tow | Vehicle | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/01/2026 | AR | RURAL(OUACHITA COUNTY), AR | 1 | 0 | 0 | Yes | Tractor/semitrailer | No adverse conditions · Dry · Daylight |
| 02/12/2026 | IN | INDIANAPOLIS, IN | 2 | 0 | 1 | Yes | Tractor/semitrailer | No adverse conditions · Dry · Daylight |
| 01/29/2026 | AR | JONESBORO, AR | 2 | 0 | 2 | Yes | Tractor/semitrailer | Ice · Dark — unlit |
| 06/11/2025 | AR | HAZEN, AR | 2 | 0 | 1 | Yes | Tractor/semitrailer | No adverse conditions · Dry · Daylight |
| 05/19/2025 | TN | NOT IN CITY LIMIT, TN | 1 | 0 | 0 | Yes | Truck/trailer | Dry · Daylight |
| 04/04/2025 | AL | OXFORD, AL | 1 | 0 | 0 | Yes | Tractor/semitrailer | No adverse conditions · Dry · Daylight |
Crash data from FMCSA. Does not include driver information per federal privacy requirements. View full crash report on FMCSA →
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Frequently Asked Questions
What equipment does OLD SOUTH FREIGHT SERVICE INC operate?
Based on their FMCSA cargo classifications and fleet data, OLD SOUTH FREIGHT SERVICE INC is inferred to operate: Reefer, Flatbed, Step Deck / RGN, Dump Truck, Hopper / Grain and Doubles/Triples.
Is OLD SOUTH FREIGHT SERVICE INC's authority currently active?
OLD SOUTH FREIGHT SERVICE INC currently holds active operating authority with the FMCSA.
How long has OLD SOUTH FREIGHT SERVICE INC been in business?
OLD SOUTH FREIGHT SERVICE INC has been registered with the FMCSA since June 1974, making their authority approximately 52 years, 1 month old.
Where is OLD SOUTH FREIGHT SERVICE INC located?
OLD SOUTH FREIGHT SERVICE INC is physically located at 7544 HWY 41 A, CEDAR HILL, TN 37032.
Roadside Inspection History 119 records
Individual inspections from FMCSA Motor Carrier Management Information System (MCMIS). Last 24 months. Updated monthly.
What this means
OLD SOUTH FREIGHT SERVICE INC has been inspected 119 times by state troopers and DOT inspectors in the past 24 months. Most inspections happened in TN, AR, IN. Out of these, 31 inspections (about 26%) 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 393.47E (Clamp/brake out of adjustment) — 10 times in this window.
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-22 | TN | Level 2 · Walk-around | 1 | OOS · 1 |
| 2026-07-15 | TX | Level 2 · Walk-around | 1 | OOS · 1 |
| 2026-07-07 | TN | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2026-06-30 | TX | Level 2 · Walk-around | 3 | OOS · 1 |
| 2026-06-16 | TX | Level 2 · Walk-around | 0 | — |
| 2026-06-08 | MI | Level 2 · Walk-around | 4 | — |
| 2026-06-08 | IN | Level 3 · Driver-only | 1 | — |
| 2026-06-08 | NM | Level 2 · Walk-around | 0 | — |
| 2026-06-02 | TX | Level 2 · Walk-around | 0 | — |
| 2026-05-28 | TX | Level 2 · Walk-around | 15 | OOS · 1 |
| 2026-05-25 | MS | Level 3 · Driver-only | 1 | — |
| 2026-05-20 | MO | Level 2 · Walk-around | 0 | — |
| 2026-05-14 | WV | Level 2 · Walk-around | 1 | OOS · 1 |
| 2026-05-14 | MS | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2026-05-05 | AR | Level 3 · Driver-only | 1 | OOS · 1 |
| 2026-05-04 | LA | Level 1 · North American Standard (full) | 6 | OOS · 2 |
| 2026-04-29 | AR | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2026-04-14 | IN | Level 3 · Driver-only | 7 | — |
| 2026-04-06 | WV | Level 2 · Walk-around | 2 | — |
| 2026-03-30 | MT | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2026-03-24 | CA | Level 1 · North American Standard (full) | 5 | OOS · 3 |
| 2026-03-12 | WA | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2026-03-06 | TN | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2026-02-22 | MT | Level 2 · Walk-around | 1 | — |
| 2026-02-17 | IN | Level 1 · North American Standard (full) | 3 | OOS · 1 |
Showing 25 of 119 inspections. View full history →
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.
Roadside Violation Profile
182 individual violations from FMCSA roadside inspections (rolling 24 months) are itemised for OLD SOUTH FREIGHT SERVICE INC, of which 45 (25%) placed a driver or vehicle out of service. Itemised records can lag FMCSA's per-inspection totals shown in Violation Breakdown.
| BASIC category | Violations | Out-of-service |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Maintenance | 129 | 39 |
| Hours-of-Service Compliance | 26 | 3 |
| Unsafe Driving | 24 | 0 |
| Driver Fitness | 3 | 3 |
Source: FMCSA roadside-inspection violation records (rolling 24-month summary). Counts reflect citations across all inspections under this carrier's DOT number; see Inspection History for individual inspection events. Violation severity and CSA percentile scores are shown in the Safety & Compliance section.
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