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Check any auto transport company before you book. Enter its USDOT number, MC number or name to see if it is licensed, insured and in good standing with the FMCSA — with red flags explained in plain English.

Examples: 2239816 (USDOT) · MC-795152 · or part of the company name. You'll find the numbers on the company's website, quote or contract.

Carrier

Pine Belt Transportation LLC

USDOT 1255641 MC-491585 Petal, MS (601) 545-3979

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No red flags in FMCSA records

The company is registered, authorized and insured. Still get the price and terms in writing before you pay anything.

What we checked

  • USDOT number is active

    The company's federal registration is current.

  • Operating authority is active

    Authorized for hire across state lines as a carrier (it can haul cars itself) under MC-491585.

  • Authority was revoked in the past (2006)

    It was reinstated and has been active since. Old revocations usually followed a lapse in insurance or a bond filing.

  • Liability insurance on file

    $1,000,000 of liability coverage is filed with FMCSA (required minimum: $750,000).

  • Cargo insurance not filed with FMCSA

    Federal rules don't require most carriers to file cargo coverage, so this is common. Ask for a certificate of insurance showing cargo coverage above your car's value.

  • Satisfactory safety rating

    FMCSA audited the company and found its safety controls adequate (rated January 2012).

  • In business for 22 years

    Registered with FMCSA since June 2004.

  • 126 roadside inspections, out-of-service rate normal

    Vehicles were put out of service in 14.5% of inspections (national average 22.26%), drivers in 2.4% (national average 6.67%).

  • 1 reported crash in the last 24 months

    0 with injuries, 0 fatal, across a fleet of 7 trucks. Crash reports don't say who was at fault.

Company details

Contact

Address
125 Davis Rd, Petal, MS 39465
Mailing address
Po Box 939, Petal, MS 39465
Phone
(601) 545-3979
Fax
(601) 582-5267
Email
pinebelttransportation@comcast.net

Company

Legal name
Pine Belt Transportation LLC
Business type
Authorized for hire
Company officers
Kathryn A Jones, Thomas Richard Jones
Process agent (BOC-3)
Dotprocessagents.com LLC — Norman, OK
USDOT issued
Jun 7, 2004
Last MCS-150 update
Feb 3, 2026

Operations

Operation
Interstate (can cross state lines)
Cargo it hauls
Motor vehicles
Trucks
7 power units
Drivers
7 (7 with a CDL)
Miles driven a year
747,118 (2025)
Hazardous materials
Yes, registered to carry hazmat
Safety rating
Satisfactory (Jan 2012)

Safety record, last 24 months

126Roadside inspections
14.5%Vehicle out-of-service rate
National average 22.26%
2.4%Driver out-of-service rate
National average 6.67%
1Crashes
0 with injuries · 0 fatal

Roadside inspections

Police and state inspectors stop trucks to check the vehicle and the driver. Out of service means a problem serious enough to stop the truck or driver on the spot.

DateStateInspectionViolationsOut of service
Sep 28, 2026MSFull (Level I)0No
Sep 24, 2026ALWalk-around (II)2Vehicle
Sep 21, 2026TNFull (Level I)1Driver
Sep 16, 2026MSFull (Level I)0No
Sep 16, 2026MSFull (Level I)0No
Sep 8, 2026ALFull (Level I)1Vehicle
Sep 3, 2026MSFull (Level I)0No
Sep 1, 2026MSFull (Level I)0No
Aug 19, 2026TNFull (Level I)0No
Jul 15, 2026TNFull (Level I)0No
Jun 25, 2026TNFull (Level I)0No
Jun 24, 2026MSFull (Level I)0No
Jun 23, 2026MSDriver only (III)0No
Jun 23, 2026MSFull (Level I)0No
Jun 23, 2026MSFull (Level I)0No
Jun 20, 2026ALWalk-around (II)3No
Jun 17, 2026TNFull (Level I)1Vehicle
Jun 9, 2026MSFull (Level I)0No
Jun 9, 2026ALFull (Level I)0No
Jun 9, 2026ALFull (Level I)0No
Jun 8, 2026MSFull (Level I)0No
Jun 4, 2026ALFull (Level I)0No
Jun 4, 2026ALFull (Level I)2No
Jun 3, 2026TNFull (Level I)0No
Jun 2, 2026MSFull (Level I)0No
May 12, 2026MSFull (Level I)0No
May 8, 2026ALFull (Level I)0No
Apr 21, 2026ALFull (Level I)2No
Apr 13, 2026MSDriver only (III)0No
Apr 7, 2026MSFull (Level I)0No
Apr 6, 2026ALWalk-around (II)8Vehicle
Mar 30, 2026MSFull (Level I)0No
Mar 30, 2026MSFull (Level I)0No
Mar 18, 2026TNFull (Level I)0No
Mar 4, 2026MSFull (Level I)0No
Mar 3, 2026ALFull (Level I)0No
Feb 25, 2026MSFull (Level I)0No
Feb 17, 2026MSFull (Level I)0No
Feb 11, 2026MSFull (Level I)0No
Feb 4, 2026MSFull (Level I)0No
Jan 27, 2026MSFull (Level I)0No
Jan 13, 2026GAFull (Level I)0No
Jan 6, 2026ALDriver only (III)2No
Dec 30, 2025MSFull (Level I)0No
Dec 22, 2025ALFull (Level I)0No
Dec 10, 2025ALFull (Level I)3Vehicle
Nov 23, 2025ALFull (Level I)0No
Nov 17, 2025MSFull (Level I)0No
Nov 12, 2025TNFull (Level I)0No
Nov 5, 2025TNFull (Level I)0No
Nov 5, 2025TNFull (Level I)0No
Nov 4, 2025MSFull (Level I)0No
Oct 28, 2025MSFull (Level I)0No
Oct 23, 2025TNFull (Level I)0No
Oct 21, 2025TNFull (Level I)0No
Oct 20, 2025MSFull (Level I)0No
Oct 15, 2025MSFull (Level I)0No
Oct 7, 2025MSFull (Level I)0No
Oct 2, 2025ALDriver only (III)0No
Sep 26, 2025MSFull (Level I)0No
Sep 23, 2025TNFull (Level I)2Vehicle
Sep 19, 2025MSFull (Level I)0No
Sep 11, 2025ALDriver only (III)2No
Sep 11, 2025ALDriver only (III)2Driver
Sep 4, 2025MSFull (Level I)0No
Sep 3, 2025TNFull (Level I)0No
Sep 2, 2025TNFull (Level I)0No
Aug 27, 2025TNFull (Level I)0No
Aug 26, 2025TNFull (Level I)1Vehicle
Aug 26, 2025TNFull (Level I)0No
Aug 13, 2025MSFull (Level I)1No
Jul 31, 2025ALFull (Level I)1Vehicle
Jul 25, 2025MSFull (Level I)1Vehicle
Jul 24, 2025MSWalk-around (II)0No
Jul 21, 2025TNFull (Level I)3Vehicle
Jul 17, 2025ALFull (Level I)1No
Jul 14, 2025TNFull (Level I)0No
Jul 8, 2025ALFull (Level I)0No
Jun 26, 2025TNFull (Level I)0No
Jun 24, 2025TNFull (Level I)0No
Jun 16, 2025MSDriver only (III)0No
Jun 13, 2025MSFull (Level I)0No
Jun 13, 2025MSFull (Level I)0No
Jun 12, 2025TNFull (Level I)1Vehicle
Jun 10, 2025MSFull (Level I)0No
Jun 9, 2025TNFull (Level I)1Vehicle
Jun 5, 2025MSFull (Level I)2No
May 28, 2025TNFull (Level I)0No
May 22, 2025TNFull (Level I)1No
May 21, 2025TNFull (Level I)1Vehicle
May 19, 2025TNFull (Level I)1Driver
May 15, 2025MSDriver only (III)1No
May 12, 2025MSFull (Level I)0No
May 8, 2025TNFull (Level I)0No
Apr 30, 2025TNFull (Level I)11Vehicle
Apr 30, 2025TNFull (Level I)0No
Apr 24, 2025TNWalk-around (II)1No
Apr 16, 2025TNFull (Level I)0No
Apr 9, 2025TNFull (Level I)0No
Apr 8, 2025GAFull (Level I)7No

Crashes

Crashes reported by state police. The reports don't say who was at fault.

DateWhereInjuriesDeathsVehicle towed
Feb 12, 2026Rural Jefferson, AL00Yes

Insurance and bonds

On file now

TypeInsurerPolicyLimitEffective
Liability (BIPD)Canal Insurance Co.CT1082896319$1,000,000Feb 22, 2025

Ask the company for a certificate of insurance and check that the insurer and policy number match this table.

Past policies

Earlier filings, newest first. Cancelled, no replacement means coverage stopped with no new policy in place — a gap in insurance.

TypeInsurerFromUntilHow it ended
Liability (BIPD)Blue Hill Specialty Insurance Company IncFeb 22, 2023Feb 22, 2025Replaced by a new policy
Liability (BIPD)Watford Insurance CompanyFeb 23, 2022Feb 22, 2023Replaced by a new policy
Liability (BIPD)National Casualty CompanyFeb 23, 2019Feb 23, 2022Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)Canal Insurance Co.Feb 23, 2018Feb 23, 2019Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)Canal Insurance Co.Feb 23, 2017Feb 23, 2018Replaced by a new policy
Liability (BIPD)Canal Insurance Co.Feb 23, 2016Feb 23, 2017Replaced by a new policy
Liability (BIPD)Acceptance Indemnity Insurance CoFeb 23, 2015Feb 23, 2016Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)Acceptance Indemnity Insurance CoFeb 23, 2014Feb 23, 2015Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)Acceptance Indemnity Insurance CoFeb 23, 2013Feb 23, 2014Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)Acceptance Indemnity Insurance CoFeb 23, 2012Feb 23, 2013Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)Acceptance Insurance CompanyJul 29, 2011Feb 23, 2012Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)Acceptance Indemnity Insurance CoFeb 23, 2011Jul 29, 2011Replaced by a new policy
Liability (BIPD)Imperium Insurance CompanyFeb 23, 2010Feb 23, 2011Cancelled, another policy took over
CargoImperium Insurance CompanyFeb 23, 2010Feb 23, 2011Cancelled
Liability (BIPD)Stonington Insurance CompanyFeb 23, 2009Feb 23, 2010Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)Stonington Insurance CompanyFeb 23, 2008Feb 23, 2009Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)Progressive Gulf Insurance CompanyMar 1, 2007Mar 5, 2008Name changed
Liability (BIPD)Progressive Gulf Insurance CompanyJul 12, 2006Mar 1, 2007Replaced by a new policy
Liability (BIPD)Progressive Gulf Insurance CompanyMar 29, 2006Jul 12, 2006Replaced by a new policy
Liability (BIPD)Canal Insurance Co.Jun 21, 2005Apr 4, 2006Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)Canal Insurance Co.Jun 21, 2004Jun 21, 2005Cancelled, another policy took over

Operating authority history

Every change FMCSA recorded to the company's license to operate, newest first.

  • Granted or reinstated
  • Warning, resolved
  • Revoked or suspended
  • Other
  1. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Feb 23, 2022 — the company kept its authority.

  2. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Feb 25, 2019 — the company kept its authority.

  3. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Feb 19, 2016 — the company kept its authority.

  4. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Feb 19, 2015 — the company kept its authority.

  5. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Feb 25, 2014 — the company kept its authority.

  6. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Feb 26, 2013 — the company kept its authority.

  7. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Feb 24, 2012 — the company kept its authority.

  8. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Feb 23, 2011 — the company kept its authority.

  9. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Feb 23, 2010 — the company kept its authority.

  10. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Feb 17, 2009 — the company kept its authority.

  11. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Feb 29, 2008 — the company kept its authority.

  12. Authority reinstated Carrier
  13. Authority revoked Carrier
  14. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Jun 23, 2005 — the company kept its authority.

  15. Authority granted Carrier

Source: FMCSA records published by the U.S. Department of Transportation, checked 23 hours ago. Authority and insurance come from FMCSA's licensing records (this company hasn't had a status change since FMCSA moved to its new Motus system in 2026). This report reflects public federal data only; it is not an endorsement or a guarantee of service.

What the lookup checks

Eight things to know before you hand over your keys

Every interstate car shipping company is registered with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). The lookup reads that record and flags what matters to you as a customer.

  1. USDOT status

    Every company that moves vehicles across state lines needs an active USDOT number. Inactive means it has stopped operating or was shut down.

  2. Operating authority (MC number)

    Federal permission to ship cars for pay. Carriers hold carrier authority; brokers hold broker authority. No active authority, no legal interstate shipping.

  3. Liability insurance

    Carriers must keep at least $750,000 of liability coverage on file with the FMCSA. Most auto haulers carry $1,000,000.

  4. Broker bond

    Brokers must file a $75,000 surety bond or trust fund. It protects customers and carriers if the broker doesn't pay.

  5. Out-of-service orders

    An FMCSA order to stop operating — after failed safety audits, unpaid fines or an imminent hazard.

  6. Safety rating and crashes

    Satisfactory, Conditional or Unsatisfactory after an FMCSA audit, plus crashes reported in the last 24 months.

  7. Time in business

    Scammers rarely keep a name for long. A registration only weeks or months old deserves extra caution.

  8. Carrier or broker

    Whether the company hauls your car itself or books a partner carrier — and whether it is actually registered to carry vehicles.

Beyond the records

Car shipping scam red flags

A clean FMCSA record is the minimum. These warning signs matter just as much — most car shipping complaints start with one of them.

  • A quote far below everyone else's. Lowball quotes get raised after booking or sit with no carrier for weeks. Compare with our car shipping cost calculator.
  • A big deposit by wire, Zelle or gift card. Reputable companies take $0–$250 upfront, usually by card, and the rest at pickup or delivery.
  • A name that doesn't match the record. The legal name or DBA on the FMCSA record should match the website, the contract and the truck.
  • "Guaranteed" pickup dates from a broker. A broker can't promise a date until a carrier is assigned — get the date in writing and ask who the carrier is.
  • No written contract or Bill of Lading. Inspect the car with the driver and sign the Bill of Lading at pickup and delivery — our car shipping checklist has a printable inspection form.

FAQ

Checking a car shipping company

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How do I check if a car shipping company is legit?

Look up its USDOT or MC number. A legitimate company has an active USDOT number, active operating authority (MC) as a carrier or broker, and insurance or a broker bond on file with the FMCSA. Then make sure the name on the record matches the company you are talking to, and be wary of any company registered in the last few months that asks for a large deposit.

What is the difference between a USDOT number and an MC number?

The USDOT number identifies the company and tracks its safety record, inspections and crashes. The MC number is its operating authority — federal permission to transport vehicles for pay across state lines. An interstate car shipping company needs both, and both must be active.

Where do I find a company's USDOT or MC number?

Licensed companies show them on their website (usually in the footer), in quotes and contracts, on the Bill of Lading and on the side of their trucks. If a company won't give you its USDOT or MC number, don't book with it.

Is it a red flag if the company is a broker?

No. Most online car shipping companies are brokers: they book your car with a partner carrier that runs the route. A legitimate broker has active broker authority and a $75,000 bond on file. Ask which carrier will haul your car and check that carrier too.

What insurance must a car shipping company have?

Interstate carriers must file at least $750,000 of liability insurance with the FMCSA (many auto haulers carry $1,000,000). Brokers must file a $75,000 surety bond or trust fund. Cargo insurance — the policy that pays for damage to your car — often isn't filed with the FMCSA, so ask for a certificate of insurance and check that the cargo limit covers your car's value.

What does "out of service" mean?

An out-of-service order is an FMCSA order to stop operating immediately, usually after an unsatisfactory safety rating, unpaid fines or an imminent hazard. A company under an active order must not move your car.

Where does this data come from and how current is it?

From the FMCSA's own records, published daily by the U.S. Department of Transportation. Results are refreshed at least every 12 hours. For a final check before you pay, you can also open the company's FMCSA SAFER snapshot from the report.