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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

Auto Movers Inc

USDOT 1546010 MC-574731 Pomona, CA (626) 967-3020

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Check the flagged items before you book

1 thing is worth asking the company about. None of them alone means a scam.

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-574731.

  • Authority was revoked in the past (2007, 2008, 2010)

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

  • 4 revocation notices in the last 3 years

    FMCSA warned it would revoke the authority — usually over a missing insurance or bond filing — and the company fixed it in time. Repeated notices can be a sign of money trouble.

  • 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.

  • No safety rating

    FMCSA has never audited this carrier. That is normal — most carriers are never rated.

  • In business for 20 years

    Registered with FMCSA since August 2006.

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

    Vehicles were put out of service in 0% of inspections (national average 22.26%), drivers in 0% (national average 6.67%).

  • 1 reported crash in the last 24 months

    0 with injuries, 0 fatal, across a fleet of 6 trucks. Crash reports don't say who was at fault.

Company details

Contact

Address
1395 S Signal Dr, Pomona, CA 91766
Phone
(626) 967-3020
Email
hector@automovers.com

Company

Legal name
Auto Movers Inc
Business type
Authorized for hire
Company officers
Sheree Valdiviezo
Process agent (BOC-3)
Process Agent Service Company, Inc. — Sioux Falls, SD
USDOT issued
Aug 23, 2006
Last MCS-150 update
Sep 23, 2025

Operations

Operation
Interstate (can cross state lines)
Cargo it hauls
Motor vehicles
Trucks
6 power units
Drivers
5 (4 with a CDL)
Miles driven a year
325,200 (2023)

Safety record, last 24 months

15Roadside inspections
0%Vehicle out-of-service rate
National average 22.26%
0%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 24, 2026CAWalk-around (II)1No
Feb 8, 2026NMDriver only (III)0No
Jan 8, 2026CADriver only (III)1No
Oct 7, 2025CADriver only (III)1No
Oct 3, 2025NMWalk-around (II)1No
Sep 2, 2025CAFull (Level I)1No
Jul 7, 2025CADriver only (III)1No
Jun 29, 2025CAWalk-around (II)3No
Jun 16, 2025CAWalk-around (II)2No
Apr 25, 2025CAWalk-around (II)2No
Mar 8, 2025NMDriver only (III)2No
Feb 19, 2025CADriver only (III)3No
Jan 10, 2025CADriver only (III)1No
Dec 2, 2024TXFull (Level I)8No
Nov 19, 2024CAWalk-around (II)1No

Crashes

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

DateWhereInjuriesDeathsVehicle towed
Dec 13, 2024Unincorporated, CA00Yes

Insurance and bonds

On file now

TypeInsurerPolicyLimitEffective
Liability (BIPD)United Financial Casualty CompanyCA862159624$1,000,000Aug 28, 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)Redwood Fire And Casualty Insurance Co.Jul 15, 2025Aug 28, 2025Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)Redwood Fire And Casualty Insurance Co.May 16, 2025Jul 17, 2025Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)Redwood Fire And Casualty Insurance Co.Jan 14, 2025May 22, 2025Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)Redwood Fire And Casualty Insurance Co.Aug 28, 2024Jan 14, 2025Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)United Financial Casualty CompanyAug 28, 2020Aug 28, 2024Replaced by a new policy
Liability (BIPD)Scottsdale Indemnity CompanySep 14, 2017Sep 18, 2020Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)Scottsdale Indemnity CompanySep 27, 2016Sep 14, 2017Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)Scottsdale Indemnity CompanyAug 28, 2016Sep 27, 2016Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)Scottsdale Indemnity CompanyAug 28, 2015Aug 28, 2016Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)Scottsdale Indemnity CompanyAug 28, 2014Aug 28, 2015Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)Scottsdale Indemnity CompanyAug 28, 2013Aug 28, 2014Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)Db Insurance Co., Ltd (u.s.branch)Dec 1, 2012Aug 28, 2013Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)Db Insurance Co., Ltd (u.s.branch)Aug 28, 2012Dec 1, 2012Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)Wesco Insurance CompanyAug 28, 2011Aug 28, 2012Replaced by a new policy
Liability (BIPD)Crusader Insurance CompanyApr 21, 2011Aug 28, 2011Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)Crusader Insurance CompanyJan 22, 2011Apr 21, 2011Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)Crusader Insurance CompanyDec 22, 2010Dec 15, 2010Replaced by a new policy
Liability (BIPD)Crusader Insurance CompanyDec 15, 2010Jan 22, 2011Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)Crusader Insurance CompanyAug 28, 2010Dec 22, 2010Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)Crusader Insurance CompanyAug 9, 2010Sep 8, 2010Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)Crusader Insurance CompanyJul 16, 2010Aug 15, 2010Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)Crusader Insurance CompanyJul 9, 2010Aug 28, 2010Cancelled, another policy took over
CargoHanover Insurance Co.Jul 3, 2010Sep 22, 2015Name changed
Liability (BIPD)Crusader Insurance CompanyJun 9, 2010Jul 9, 2010Cancelled, another policy took over
CargoUnderwriters At Lloyds LondonOct 11, 2009Jun 25, 2010Cancelled
CargoUnderwriters At Lloyds LondonSep 30, 2009Oct 11, 2009Cancelled, another policy took over
CargoUnderwriters At Lloyds LondonSep 12, 2009Sep 30, 2009Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)Crusader Insurance CompanyAug 28, 2009Aug 28, 2010Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)Crusader Insurance CompanyAug 13, 2009Aug 28, 2009Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)Crusader Insurance CompanyJul 28, 2009Aug 28, 2009Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)Crusader Insurance CompanyJul 9, 2009Aug 13, 2009Cancelled, another policy took over
CargoUnderwriters At Lloyds LondonJul 3, 2009Sep 12, 2009Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)Crusader Insurance CompanyJun 23, 2009Jul 28, 2009Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)Crusader Insurance CompanyMay 25, 2009Aug 28, 2009Cancelled, another policy took over
CargoUnderwriters At Lloyds LondonApr 25, 2009Jul 10, 2009Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)Crusader Insurance CompanyApr 24, 2009May 25, 2009Cancelled, another policy took over
CargoUnderwriters At Lloyds LondonFeb 22, 2009Apr 25, 2009Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)Crusader Insurance CompanyFeb 20, 2009Apr 24, 2009Cancelled, another policy took over
CargoUnderwriters At Lloyds LondonDec 16, 2008Feb 22, 2009Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)Crusader Insurance CompanyDec 15, 2008Feb 20, 2009Cancelled, another policy took over
CargoUnderwriters At Lloyds LondonSep 29, 2008Dec 11, 2008Cancelled
Liability (BIPD)Crusader Insurance CompanyAug 28, 2008Dec 15, 2008Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)Empire Fire & Marine Insurance Co.Feb 22, 2008Jul 3, 2008Cancelled, no replacement
Liability (BIPD)Empire Fire & Marine Insurance Co.Jan 10, 2008Mar 9, 2008Cancelled, another policy took over
CargoFireman's Fund Insurance Co.Sep 16, 2007Sep 29, 2008Replaced by a new policy
Liability (BIPD)Empire Fire & Marine Insurance Co.Sep 16, 2007Jan 10, 2008Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)Global Hawk Insurance Company, A RrgMay 12, 2007Sep 17, 2007Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)Global Hawk Insurance Company, A RrgFeb 17, 2007May 12, 2007Cancelled, another policy took over
CargoUnderwriters At Lloyds LondonDec 9, 2006Sep 16, 2007Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)Global Hawk Insurance Company, A RrgSep 16, 2006Feb 17, 2007Cancelled, another policy took over
CargoUnderwriters At Lloyds LondonSep 16, 2006Dec 3, 2006Cancelled

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 Aug 26, 2025 — the company kept its authority.

  2. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Jul 16, 2025 — the company kept its authority.

  3. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on May 19, 2025 — the company kept its authority.

  4. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Jan 15, 2025 — the company kept its authority.

  5. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Sep 9, 2016 — the company kept its authority.

  6. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Aug 8, 2016 — the company kept its authority.

  7. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Aug 26, 2015 — the company kept its authority.

  8. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Aug 26, 2014 — the company kept its authority.

  9. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Aug 27, 2013 — the company kept its authority.

  10. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Jul 17, 2012 — the company kept its authority.

  11. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Aug 30, 2011 — the company kept its authority.

  12. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Apr 19, 2011 — the company kept its authority.

  13. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Jan 24, 2011 — the company kept its authority.

  14. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Dec 2, 2010 — the company kept its authority.

  15. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Aug 30, 2010 — the company kept its authority.

  16. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Aug 10, 2010 — the company kept its authority.

  17. Authority reinstated Carrier
  18. Authority revoked Carrier
  19. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Sep 29, 2009 — the company kept its authority.

  20. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Sep 8, 2009 — the company kept its authority.

  21. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Aug 24, 2009 — the company kept its authority.

  22. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Aug 28, 2009 — the company kept its authority.

  23. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Jul 6, 2009 — the company kept its authority.

  24. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Apr 3, 2009 — the company kept its authority.

  25. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Feb 23, 2009 — the company kept its authority.

  26. Authority reinstated Carrier
  27. Authority revoked Carrier
  28. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Dec 17, 2008 — the company kept its authority.

  29. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Oct 6, 2008 — the company kept its authority.

  30. Authority reinstated Carrier
  31. Authority revoked Carrier
  32. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Feb 25, 2008 — the company kept its authority.

  33. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Jan 11, 2008 — the company kept its authority.

  34. Authority reinstated Carrier
  35. Authority revoked Carrier
  36. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Sep 18, 2007 — the company kept its authority.

  37. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on May 14, 2007 — the company kept its authority.

  38. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Feb 20, 2007 — the company kept its authority.

  39. Authority reinstated Carrier
  40. Authority revoked Carrier
  41. Authority granted Carrier

Source: FMCSA records published by the U.S. Department of Transportation, checked 20 hours ago. Authority and insurance come from Motus, FMCSA's current registration system. 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.