Fleet typeIdentity
Asset-based
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Carrier profile · USDOT 263306 · MC-166956 ·
K-way Express Inc
58 power unitsavg 6.9 yrMulti-region · 15 statesWINSTED, MN88/100
CARRIER ACTIVEMC-166956 ACTIVERATED SATISFACTORYHAZMAT
Observed fleet · trailing 24 mo daily
58Power units
28 observed · MCS-150
39Trailers seen
Decoded · vPIC
6.9Avg age (yr)
2005–2026 · vPIC
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Clear to load
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In good standing · 4
Active operating authorityActive for-hire authority is on file with FMCSA.Insurance on fileBIPD (liability) insurance is on file with FMCSA.Established 41 yearsOperating authority has been on file since 1985.Out-of-service rates below national averageBoth vehicle and driver OOS rates beat the national benchmark across 110 inspections.
Vektor intelligence · beyond the federal recordProprietary signals computed from VIN-decoded inspections & daily FMCSA snapshots
Fleet age vs peersTypical
6.9 yr
Model years 2005–2026 · peer benchmark unavailable.
Identity stabilityStable
41 yr unchanged
Same registration since 1985 — no chameleon / reincarnation signal.
Cross-border activity
No border inspections on record
4 other inspections in border states, with no named crossing match.
A named inspection location does not confirm a border transit or operating authority. Counts cover retained inspection records.
Verification summary
K-WAY EXPRESS INC (USDOT 263306) has a Vektor safety score of 88/100 and a Clear to load verdict, from the carrier's FMCSA record. FMCSA profile data as of Aug 16, 2026.
The carrier holds active common and contract for-hire operating authority per FMCSA L&I. FMCSA authority data as of Sep 3, 2026.
It has an active BIPD insurance filing with a $1,000,000 limit in force from ARCH INSURANCE COMPANY effective Jan 1, 2026 in FMCSA L&I's current snapshot. FMCSA insurance data as of Aug 16, 2026.
Its vehicle out-of-service rate was 10.3% over the last 24 months, versus the 22.26% CVSA national average, from FMCSA roadside-inspection data. FMCSA safety data as of Sep 17, 2026.
The carrier received 52 roadside inspections in the last 24 months — 29 vehicle-level and 52 driver-level — across 15 states, according to FMCSA roadside-inspection data. FMCSA operations data as of Sep 17, 2026.
The carrier has 4 reportable crashes in the last 24 months and 2 fatal crashes across the full FMCSA crash record available. FMCSA safety data as of Sep 17, 2026.
It reports 58 power units and 57 drivers in its most recent MCS-150 filing dated Jul 9, 2026. FMCSA identity data as of Sep 3, 2026.
It has an FMCSA safety rating of Satisfactory assigned Feb 6, 2009 in the federal record. FMCSA identity data as of Sep 3, 2026.
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Frequently asked
What is K-WAY EXPRESS INC's USDOT number?
K-WAY EXPRESS INC's USDOT number is 263306, and its motor carrier number is MC-166956.
Is K-WAY EXPRESS INC authorized to operate?
FMCSA authority data as of Sep 3, 2026. K-WAY EXPRESS INC is active in the FMCSA register with common, contract, broker operating authority on file.
What is K-WAY EXPRESS INC's safety record?
K-WAY EXPRESS INC has a 10.3% vehicle out-of-service rate (national average 22.26%) across 110 roadside inspections, with 4 reportable crashes in the last 24 months, and an FMCSA "Satisfactory" safety rating. Vektor's computed risk score is 88/100 (tier: clear).
How big is K-WAY EXPRESS INC's fleet?
K-WAY EXPRESS INC operates 58 power units and 57 drivers per its most recent MCS-150 filing.
Where is K-WAY EXPRESS INC based?
K-WAY EXPRESS INC is based in WINSTED, MN, with roadside inspections recorded across 15 states.
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