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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

Fine Line Transportation LLC

USDOT 2136888 MC-744003 Lititz, PA (717) 625-0008

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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-744003.

  • 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 15 years

    Registered with FMCSA since March 2011.

  • 72 roadside inspections, out-of-service rate above average

    Vehicles were put out of service in 25% of inspections (national average 22.26%), drivers in 1.4% (national average 6.67%). The difference rests on only a few inspections, so treat it as a hint rather than a verdict.

  • 4 reported crashes in the last 24 months

    2 with injuries, 0 fatal, across a fleet of 54 trucks. Crash reports don't say who was at fault.

Company details

Contact

Address
177 Green Acre Rd, Lititz, PA 17543
Mailing address
102 Hunters Crossing, Lititz, PA 17543
Phone
(717) 625-0008
Fax
(717) 222-5550
Email
derick@finelinetransport.com

Company

Legal name
Fine Line Transportation LLC
Business type
Authorized for hire
Company officers
Derick Hopkins
Process agent (BOC-3)
Truck Process Agents Of America, Inc — Fargo, ND
USDOT issued
Mar 30, 2011
Last MCS-150 update
Feb 21, 2025

Operations

Operation
Interstate (can cross state lines)
Cargo it hauls
Motor vehicles
Trucks
54 power units
Drivers
59 (59 with a CDL)
Miles driven a year
5,800,000 (2024)
Hazardous materials
Yes, registered to carry hazmat

Safety record, last 24 months

72Roadside inspections
25%Vehicle out-of-service rate
National average 22.26%
1.4%Driver out-of-service rate
National average 6.67%
4Crashes
2 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
Oct 7, 2026GADriver only (III)1No
Sep 18, 2026NYWalk-around (II)0No
Sep 18, 2026OHWalk-around (II)1No
Sep 11, 2026TNFull (Level I)0No
Aug 28, 2026MDWalk-around (II)1No
Aug 26, 2026VADriver only (III)0No
Aug 21, 2026OHDriver only (III)0No
Aug 19, 2026KYDriver only (III)1No
Jul 29, 2026SCDriver only (III)0No
Jul 27, 2026TNWalk-around (II)1No
Jul 24, 2026NCDriver only (III)0No
Jul 23, 2026SCDriver only (III)2No
Jul 12, 2026SCDriver only (III)0No
Jul 6, 2026KYDriver only (III)3No
Jul 6, 2026KYDriver only (III)1No
Jun 5, 2026PADriver only (III)1No
May 29, 2026FLDriver only (III)1No
May 25, 2026NCDriver only (III)0No
May 6, 2026NCDriver only (III)1No
May 2, 2026KYDriver only (III)0No
Apr 23, 2026MDWalk-around (II)3Vehicle
Apr 17, 2026LADriver only (III)0No
Apr 17, 2026OHWalk-around (II)2No
Apr 13, 2026ALDriver only (III)1No
Apr 10, 2026MIDriver only (III)1No
Mar 9, 2026OHDriver only (III)1No
Mar 9, 2026NCDriver only (III)1No
Mar 8, 2026MDWalk-around (II)0No
Feb 5, 2026VADriver only (III)0No
Dec 4, 2025KYWalk-around (II)2No
Nov 21, 2025NCDriver only (III)1No
Nov 13, 2025MDWalk-around (II)1Vehicle
Nov 11, 2025MDWalk-around (II)1No
Nov 6, 2025TNWalk-around (II)1Vehicle
Nov 3, 2025NCDriver only (III)0No
Nov 3, 2025MDWalk-around (II)1No
Oct 27, 2025PAWalk-around (II)3Vehicle
Oct 16, 2025NYDriver only (III)0No
Sep 10, 2025NYDriver only (III)0No
Aug 30, 2025OHDriver only (III)0No
Aug 27, 2025WVWalk-around (II)1No
Jul 31, 2025NCDriver only (III)0No
Jun 23, 2025PAWalk-around (II)1No
Jun 23, 2025OHDriver only (III)2No
Jun 19, 2025TNFull (Level I)1Vehicle
Jun 10, 2025MDWalk-around (II)0No
Jun 3, 2025MDWalk-around (II)1No
May 29, 2025KYDriver only (III)1No
May 8, 2025NJWalk-around (II)1No
May 7, 2025NCWalk-around (II)1Vehicle
May 7, 2025VADriver only (III)4No
May 5, 2025DEDriver only (III)1No
Apr 30, 2025TNDriver only (III)0No
Apr 29, 2025PAWalk-around (II)2No
Apr 16, 2025NCDriver only (III)1No
Apr 3, 2025NJDriver only (III)2No
Mar 13, 2025KYDriver only (III)0No
Feb 25, 2025NCDriver only (III)1No
Feb 19, 2025NYWalk-around (II)1Driver
Jan 31, 2025DEDriver only (III)0No
Jan 27, 2025MDDriver only (III)0No
Jan 16, 2025ALDriver only (III)2No
Jan 10, 2025NCDriver only (III)1No
Dec 21, 2024KYDriver only (III)2No
Dec 14, 2024PADriver only (III)2No
Dec 13, 2024SCDriver only (III)0No
Dec 11, 2024GADriver only (III)2No
Dec 6, 2024DEDriver only (III)1No
Nov 21, 2024MDWalk-around (II)2No
Nov 20, 2024KYDriver only (III)2No
Nov 13, 2024VADriver only (III)0No
Nov 10, 2024TNDriver only (III)1No

Crashes

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

DateWhereInjuriesDeathsVehicle towed
Jun 17, 2026Collier Township, PA20Yes
Jul 23, 2025Ridgefield, NJ00Yes
Mar 11, 2025MD10No
Nov 16, 2024MD00Yes

Insurance and bonds

On file now

TypeInsurerPolicyLimitEffective
Liability (BIPD)Db Insurance Co., Ltd (u.s.branch)PCA-0000277$1,000,000Apr 19, 2024

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)Canal Insurance Co.Apr 19, 2024May 23, 2024Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)Protective Insurance Co.Apr 19, 2023Apr 19, 2024Replaced by a new policy
Liability (BIPD)National Casualty CompanyApr 19, 2018May 15, 2023Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)Northland Insurance CompanyApr 19, 2017Apr 19, 2018Replaced by a new policy
Liability (BIPD)United States Fire Insurance Co.Apr 19, 2016Apr 19, 2017Replaced by a new policy
Liability (BIPD)State National Insurance Co., Inc.Mar 3, 2016Apr 19, 2016Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)State National Insurance Co., Inc.Apr 19, 2015Mar 3, 2016Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)Carolina Casualty Insurance Co.Apr 19, 2014Apr 19, 2015Replaced by a new policy
Liability (BIPD)American Alternative Insurance CorporationApr 19, 2013Apr 19, 2014Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)American Alternative Insurance CorporationApr 19, 2012Apr 19, 2013Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)Sua Insurance CompanyApr 19, 2011Apr 19, 2012Cancelled, another policy took over
CargoSua Insurance CompanyApr 19, 2011Apr 19, 2012Cancelled

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 Apr 18, 2016 — the company kept its authority.

  2. Revocation notice Carrier

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

  3. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Apr 18, 2014 — the company kept its authority.

  4. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Apr 18, 2013 — the company kept its authority.

  5. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Apr 18, 2012 — the company kept its authority.

  6. 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.