Trucking Companies in Kentucky
Look up active commercial motor carriers registered in Kentucky. Verify USDOT safety scores, MC operating authority, fleet power units, and liability insurance on file with the US Department of Transportation.
Active Motor Carriers in Kentucky
Showing 12 of 120 Fleets
Davis H Elliot Company Incorporated
DBA: Elliot
Lexington, KY
Mercer Transportation Company Inc
Louisville, KY
Paschall Truck Lines Inc
Murray, KY
Ups Cartage Services Inc
Hebron, KY
Appalachian Power Company
DBA: American Electric Power
Pikeville, KY
Boyd Company
Louisville, KY
American Welding & Gas Inc
DBA: Coastal Welding Supply Silvertip Propane Awg Axmen Propane A Plus Distrib Llc Co2 Air Inc Tricounty Gas
Lexington, KY
Reladyne Transportation Llc
Hebron, KY
Hutson Inc
Murray, KY
William E Groves Construction Llc
DBA: Groves Electrical Services
Madisonville, KY
Rural Transit Enterprises Coordinated Inc
DBA: Rtec
Mt Vernon, KY
United Electric Company Inc
Louisville, KY
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Commercial Freight Operations & Corridors in Kentucky
Kentucky is an essential hub in the American supply chain. Primary commercial motor carriers operating in the state rely on I-65, I-75, I-64, and I-71 to transport automotive assembly parts, global air cargo logistics (Amazon/DHL CVG), bourbon, and industrial goods.
Major warehousing, freight consolidation, and intermodal drayage operations anchor across Louisville, Lexington, Northern Kentucky / Covington, and Bowling Green. Whether booking spot freight or dispatching full truckloads (FTL), auditing carrier credentials registered in Kentucky protects your business against stolen cargo, double brokering, and regulatory shutdowns.
3 Critical Checks Before Booking a Kentucky Motor Carrier
Weigh Stations & Commercial Vehicle Enforcement in Kentucky
Kentucky State Police Commercial Vehicle Enforcement monitors heavy traffic across the Ohio River bridges and inspects Kentucky Weight-Distance Tax (KIT) compliance.
During standard Level 1 full inspections and Level 2 walk-arounds, state troopers check commercial vehicle brake systems, steering mechanisms, tire tread depth, frame integrity, and electronic logging device (ELD) hours-of-service compliance.
Frequently Asked Questions About Kentucky Trucking
Common questions about state motor carrier compliance, insurance rules, and safety records.
Search their USDOT or MC number here on CarrierSafetyData. Check that their operating status is Active, verify they have at least $750,000 to $1,000,000 in liability insurance on file, and check their recent roadside inspection scores.
For freight moving across state lines, federal rules require at least $750,000 in auto liability, though most brokers mandate $1,000,000. For intrastate hauling within Kentucky, Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) requires a minimum of $750,000 (Form E).
Commercial fleets in Kentucky carry heavy volumes along I-65, I-75, I-64, and I-71, transporting goods like automotive assembly parts, global air cargo logistics (Amazon/DHL CVG), bourbon, and industrial goods. Major warehouse distribution hubs center around Louisville, Lexington, Northern Kentucky / Covington, and Bowling Green.
Kentucky State Police Commercial Vehicle Enforcement monitors heavy traffic across the Ohio River bridges and inspects Kentucky Weight-Distance Tax (KIT) compliance. State officers pull trucks onto scales to check vehicle weight, brakes, tires, and driver hours-of-service logs.
Generally no. If rail or intermodal cargo originated in another state, federal transit law considers it interstate commerce. The carrier must have active interstate MC operating authority and federal BMC-91X insurance.
Motor carriers can file a Request for Data Review (RDR) through the official federal FMCSA DataQ system. Providing court dismissal receipts or repair work orders allows state review officers to review and remove the citation from public records.
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