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DOT 973705MC556512Newport, VA

John W Smith

DBA: John Wayne Smith Trucking

OUT OF SERVICEFor-Hire CommonFor-Hire ContractInterstateNewport, VA 24128

John W Smith has operated for 24 yr 9 mo with a fleet of 2 power units and 1 drivers under Common and Contract authority. The company has recorded 2 roadside inspections in its operating history.

Identity
Legal nameJohn W Smith
DBAJohn Wayne Smith Trucking
DOT #973705
MC #MC556512
CityNewport
StateVirginia
ZIP24128
Authority age24 yr 9 mo
StatusOut of Service
Common authority✓ Active
Contract authority✓ Active
Broker authorityNot authorized
OperationInterstate
HazmatNot authorized
MCS-150 filed11/03/2025
Company officerAngela Bland
FMCSA SAFER →FMCSA Safety Scores (SMS) →
Fleet
2
Power units
Drivers
1
Total
Inspections
2
On record
Crashes
0
None on record
OOS Rate
0.0%
↓ Below 22.26% avg
Authority Age
24 yr 9 mo
Since 2001

Source: FMCSA compliance records, Truck Graph analysis. View methodology

Business Connections
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Associated entities1 revoked in network
1 revoked in network
ConnectedRevoked

Location

134 MT LAKE RD, Newport, VA, 24128

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Inspection history

2 inspections on record · 5 most recent shown · OOS rate: 0.0%

Out-of-service rates
Driver OOS (this carrier)
0.0%
National average
22.3%
DateStateLevelDriver OOSVehicle OOSResult
9/30/2025WVLevel III00Pass
2/10/2026WVLevel II00Pass

Source: FMCSA inspection records. View methodology

Violation categories (24 months)
Hours of Service
2 (100%)
Unsafe Driving
2 (100%)
Driver Fitness
2 (100%)
Controlled Substances
2 (100%)
Vehicle Maintenance
1 (50%)

Crash history

0 crashes on record · Showing last 3

No crash records found.

Source: FMCSA crash records. View methodology

Insurance status

Current insurance filing on record with FMCSA.

Status
✓ Active
Insurer
PROGRESSIVE NORTHERN INSURANCE COMPANY
Coverage Type
91X
Coverage Amount
$750,000
Effective Date
6/25/2018

Source: FMCSA insurance filings. View methodology

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Authority timeline

Key events in this carrier's operating authority history.

Authority GrantedAug 2001
FMCSA issued operating authority
ActiveCurrent
Authority currently active

Source: FMCSA authority records and revocation orders. View methodology

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Frequently asked

John W Smith

Answers from verified compliance records.

Is John W Smith authorized to operate?

Yes. John W Smith holds Common and Contract operating authority and is currently active.

What is John W Smith's safety record?

John W Smith has 2 roadside inspections on record. Crash history shows 0 incidents. Review the full safety profile above before making a freight decision.

How many trucks does John W Smith operate?

John W Smith operates 2 power units with approximately 1 drivers.

Is John W Smith insured?

John W Smith has active insurance coverage on file. Coverage amount and carrier details are shown in the insurance section above.

Has John W Smith had any risk indicators?

No risk indicators have been detected for John W Smith as of the most recent data sync.

What is the DOT number for John W Smith?

John W Smith's DOT number is 973705 and MC number is MC556512. These identifiers are assigned by the FMCSA and can be used to look up this carrier in official compliance databases.

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