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Hotshot Trucking Companies in Tennessee

Updated 2026-05-29T12:34:25.215Z·By Sarah Chen, Lead Safety Analyst·Reviewed by James Rodriguez·Methodology v2.1

Tennessee has 11,948 hotshot trucking companies as of May 2026. Expedited freight using medium-duty trucks (typically Class 3-5) with flatbed or gooseneck trailers for time-critical loads. Browse all hotshot carriers in Tennessee with verified safety scores and authority status.

At a glance
Total carriers11,948
Active authority11,948
Avg fleet size1.0 units
Top cityMemphis
EquipmentHotshot

Top cities for hotshot in Tennessee

10 cities with hotshot carriers.

#1
Memphis
1,338 carriers
#2
Nashville
875 carriers
#3
Knoxville
451 carriers
#4
Murfreesboro
396 carriers
#5
Antioch
340 carriers
#6
Chattanooga
321 carriers
#7
Clarksville
299 carriers
#8
Cordova
255 carriers
#9
Smyrna
168 carriers
#10
Lebanon
150 carriers

Largest hotshot carriers in Tennessee

Top carriers by fleet size. First 3 featured.

Featured · Sponsored
1
Richard E HortonActiveEstablished
DOT-1519249South Pittsburg,

Richard E Horton has operated for 19.9y with 1 power units and 0 drivers under Carrier authority.

Fleet
1
Drivers
Auth. age
19.9y
OOS active
None
Featured · Sponsored
1
Tracy MorrisActiveEstablished
DOT-2862916Franklin,

Tracy Morris has operated for 10.2y with 1 power units and 0 drivers under Carrier authority.

Fleet
1
Drivers
Auth. age
10.2y
OOS active
None
Featured · Sponsored
1
J E Green CompanyActiveEstablished
DOT-123102Johnson City,

J E Green Company has operated for 52.0y with 1 power units and 0 drivers under Carrier authority.

Fleet
1
Drivers
Auth. age
52.0y
OOS active
None
Positions 4–15
1
Michael J MaxwellActiveEstablished
DOT-127152Dunlap,

Michael J Maxwell has operated for 52.0y with 1 power units and 0 drivers under Carrier authority.

Fleet
1
Drivers
Auth. age
52.0y
OOS active
None
1
DOT-158026Crossville,

Wayland Explosives & Supply INC has operated for 52.0y with 1 power units and 0 drivers under Carrier authority.

Fleet
1
Drivers
Auth. age
52.0y
OOS active
None
1
James Edward ReedActiveEstablished
DOT-1520889Nashville,

James Edward Reed has operated for 19.9y with 1 power units and 0 drivers under Carrier authority.

Fleet
1
Drivers
Auth. age
19.9y
OOS active
None
1
DOT-159328Culleoka,

Stanfill Hardwood Lumber Co INC has operated for 52.0y with 1 power units and 0 drivers under Carrier authority.

Fleet
1
Drivers
Auth. age
52.0y
OOS active
None
1
DOT-3880277Crossville,

Elite Backyard Structures LLC has operated for 4.1y with 1 power units and 0 drivers under Carrier authority.

Fleet
1
Drivers
Auth. age
4.1y
OOS active
None
1
DOT-182467Ripley,

Dwight Auto Parts & Towing has operated for 52.0y with 1 power units and 0 drivers under Carrier authority.

Fleet
1
Drivers
Auth. age
52.0y
OOS active
None
1
Kt&L Timber CoActiveEstablished
DOT-182505Greenfield,

Kt&L Timber Co has operated for 52.0y with 1 power units and 0 drivers under Carrier authority.

Fleet
1
Drivers
Auth. age
52.0y
OOS active
None
1
Klote International CORPActiveEstablished
DOT-183238Dandridge,

Klote International CORP has operated for 52.0y with 1 power units and 0 drivers under Carrier authority.

Fleet
1
Drivers
Auth. age
52.0y
OOS active
None
1
Ajax Trans Co INCActiveEstablished
DOT-193628Memphis,

Ajax Trans Co INC has operated for 52.0y with 1 power units and 0 drivers under Carrier authority.

Fleet
1
Drivers
Auth. age
52.0y
OOS active
None
1
DOT-4458975Nashville,

Rollin Safe Logistics LLC has operated for 0.8y with 1 power units and 0 drivers under Carrier authority.

Fleet
1
Drivers
Auth. age
0.8y
OOS active
None
1
DOT-3881547Clarksville,

Let'S Get It Enterprise Group LLC has operated for 4.1y with 1 power units and 0 drivers under Carrier authority.

Fleet
1
Drivers
Auth. age
4.1y
OOS active
None
1
DOT-3881738Murfreesboro,

Ova The Road Trucking LLC has operated for 4.1y with 1 power units and 0 drivers under Carrier authority.

Fleet
1
Drivers
Auth. age
4.1y
OOS active
None

Source: FMCSA carrier census. Owner-operators with power_units = 1, typically flatbed configuration. View methodology

Frequently asked questions

How many hotshot carriers are in Tennessee?

Tennessee has 11,948 registered hotshot trucking companies as of May 2026. Of these, 11,948 hold active FMCSA authority.

Which city in Tennessee has the most hotshot carriers?

Memphis leads with 1,338 hotshot carriers in Tennessee.

How do I find a hotshot carrier in Tennessee?

Browse the city directories below or use Truck Graph search. Each carrier profile includes safety scores, insurance, and risk screening.

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