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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

Oscar Torres Mena

Doing business as 4 Torres Transport

USDOT 2567316 MC-896735 Calexico, CA (760) 357-8140

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Check the flagged items before you book

2 things are 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-896735.

  • Authority was revoked in the past (2016)

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

  • 3 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

    $750,000 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 11 years

    Registered with FMCSA since December 2014.

  • Out-of-service rate well above the national average

    67 inspections in 24 months. Vehicles were put out of service in 42% of inspections (national average 22.26%), drivers in 1.5% (national average 6.67%). Trucks or drivers put out of service at a roadside inspection had defects serious enough to stop them on the spot.

  • 0 reported crashes in the last 24 months

    No crashes were reported to FMCSA in the last two years.

Company details

Contact

Address
1765 Stergios Rd Suite 108 Build H, Calexico, CA 92231
Mailing address
280 Campillo Suite G, Calexico, CA 92231
Phone
(760) 357-8140
Email
edgart134@gmail.com

Company

Legal name
Oscar Torres Mena
Doing business as
4 Torres Transport
Business type
Authorized for hire
Company officers
Oscar Torres Mena
Process agent (BOC-3)
#1 A+ Agents Of Process, Inc. — Lone Tree, CO
USDOT issued
Dec 23, 2014
Last MCS-150 update
Aug 7, 2025

Operations

Operation
Interstate (can cross state lines)
Cargo it hauls
General freight, Motor vehicles, Machinery, large objects
Trucks
6 power units
Drivers
4 (4 with a CDL)
Miles driven a year
51,924 (2024)
Hazardous materials
Yes, registered to carry hazmat

Safety record, last 24 months

67Roadside inspections
42%Vehicle out-of-service rate
National average 22.26%
1.5%Driver out-of-service rate
National average 6.67%
0Crashes
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
Aug 7, 2026CAWalk-around (II)8Vehicle
Aug 5, 2026CAFull (Level I)9Vehicle
Jul 21, 2026CAFull (Level I)7No
Jul 7, 2026CAFull (Level I)5Vehicle
Jun 30, 2026CAFull (Level I)8Vehicle
Jun 30, 2026CAFull (Level I)5Vehicle
Jun 9, 2026CAFull (Level I)3Vehicle
Jun 9, 2026CAWalk-around (II)4Vehicle
May 14, 2026CAFull (Level I)3No
Apr 21, 2026CAFull (Level I)16Vehicle
Apr 1, 2026CAFull (Level I)6No
Mar 12, 2026USDriver only (III)0No
Mar 5, 2026USFull (Level I)3No
Mar 2, 2026USFull (Level I)3Vehicle
Feb 27, 2026CADriver only (III)4No
Feb 26, 2026CADriver only (III)2No
Feb 24, 2026USWalk-around (II)2No
Feb 12, 2026USFull (Level I)3Vehicle
Jan 13, 2026CAFull (Level I)2No
Jan 13, 2026USFull (Level I)2Vehicle
Jan 5, 2026CADriver only (III)0No
Dec 19, 2025CAFull (Level I)6Vehicle
Dec 18, 2025CADriver only (III)3Vehicle & Driver
Nov 24, 2025CADriver only (III)0No
Nov 18, 2025CAFull (Level I)0No
Oct 29, 2025CAFull (Level I)0No
Oct 28, 2025CAFull (Level I)11Vehicle
Oct 24, 2025CAWalk-around (II)8Vehicle
Oct 2, 2025CADriver only (III)0No
Sep 26, 2025CAFull (Level I)0No
Aug 27, 2025CAFull (Level I)2Vehicle
Aug 20, 2025CAVehicle only (V)0No
Aug 20, 2025CAVehicle only (V)0No
Aug 11, 2025CADriver only (III)2No
Aug 7, 2025CAFull (Level I)0No
Aug 6, 2025CAFull (Level I)6No
Jul 29, 2025USFull (Level I)7No
Jul 23, 2025USFull (Level I)3No
Jul 15, 2025CAFull (Level I)7No
Jul 7, 2025CAFull (Level I)1No
May 31, 2025USFull (Level I)1No
May 28, 2025USDriver only (III)0No
May 20, 2025USFull (Level I)2No
May 16, 2025USFull (Level I)12Vehicle
May 15, 2025USFull (Level I)3No
May 9, 2025USWalk-around (II)2No
Apr 25, 2025USDriver only (III)0No
Apr 22, 2025USDriver only (III)0No
Apr 10, 2025CAFull (Level I)0No
Apr 9, 2025CAFull (Level I)0No
Apr 4, 2025USFull (Level I)5Vehicle
Mar 21, 2025USFull (Level I)3No
Mar 13, 2025CADriver only (III)0No
Feb 21, 2025CAWalk-around (II)4Vehicle
Feb 18, 2025CADriver only (III)0No
Feb 12, 2025USFull (Level I)5Vehicle
Feb 11, 2025CADriver only (III)0No
Feb 11, 2025USDriver only (III)1No
Jan 22, 2025CADriver only (III)0No
Jan 14, 2025CAFull (Level I)7Vehicle
Jan 14, 2025CAFull (Level I)0No
Nov 15, 2024CAFull (Level I)0No
Nov 14, 2024CAFull (Level I)5Vehicle
Nov 7, 2024CAWalk-around (II)2No
Nov 5, 2024CAFull (Level I)0No
Oct 24, 2024CADriver only (III)0No
Oct 17, 2024CAFull (Level I)3No

Crashes

No crashes were reported in the last 24 months.

Insurance and bonds

On file now

TypeInsurerPolicyLimitEffective
Liability (BIPD)National Unity Insurance CompanyCMC 3258358$750,000Dec 30, 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)National Unity Insurance CompanyDec 30, 2024Dec 30, 2025Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)National Unity Insurance CompanyMay 20, 2024Dec 30, 2024Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)National Unity Insurance CompanyDec 30, 2023Jun 17, 2024Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)National Unity Insurance CompanySep 19, 2023Dec 30, 2023Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)National Unity Insurance CompanyAug 16, 2023Oct 15, 2023Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)National Unity Insurance CompanyDec 30, 2022Sep 15, 2023Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)National Unity Insurance CompanyNov 7, 2022Jan 6, 2023Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)National Unity Insurance CompanyJun 22, 2022Nov 13, 2022Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)National Unity Insurance CompanyMay 24, 2022Jul 16, 2022Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)National Unity Insurance CompanyDec 30, 2021Jun 19, 2022Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)National Unity Insurance CompanyDec 30, 2020Dec 30, 2021Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)National Unity Insurance CompanyNov 13, 2020Jan 6, 2021Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)National Unity Insurance CompanyFeb 28, 2020Nov 18, 2020Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)National Unity Insurance CompanyDec 30, 2019Mar 25, 2020Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)National Unity Insurance CompanyDec 30, 2018Jan 4, 2020Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)National Unity Insurance CompanyDec 30, 2017Dec 30, 2018Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)National Unity Insurance CompanyDec 30, 2016Dec 30, 2017Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)National Unity Insurance CompanyApr 6, 2016Dec 30, 2016Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)National Unity Insurance CompanyDec 30, 2015Mar 26, 2016Cancelled, no replacement
Liability (BIPD)Knightbrook Insurance CompanyDec 30, 2014Dec 30, 2015Replaced by a new policy

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 Dec 24, 2025 — the company kept its authority.

  2. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Dec 20, 2024 — the company kept its authority.

  3. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Dec 22, 2023 — the company kept its authority.

  4. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Sep 20, 2023 — the company kept its authority.

  5. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Dec 28, 2022 — the company kept its authority.

  6. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Nov 8, 2022 — the company kept its authority.

  7. Revocation notice Carrier

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

  8. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on May 25, 2022 — the company kept its authority.

  9. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Dec 27, 2021 — the company kept its authority.

  10. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Dec 31, 2020 — the company kept its authority.

  11. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Nov 16, 2020 — the company kept its authority.

  12. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Mar 2, 2020 — the company kept its authority.

  13. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Dec 30, 2019 — the company kept its authority.

  14. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Jan 2, 2019 — the company kept its authority.

  15. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Dec 28, 2017 — the company kept its authority.

  16. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Jan 3, 2017 — the company kept its authority.

  17. Authority reinstated Carrier
  18. Authority revoked Carrier
  19. Authority granted Carrier

Source: FMCSA records published by the U.S. Department of Transportation, checked 22 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.