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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

Cfy Auto Transport Corp

USDOT 2841696 MC-951796 Miami, FL (305) 790-7137

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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-951796.

  • Authority was revoked in the past (2017, 2019)

    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.

  • No safety rating

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

  • In business for 10 years

    Registered with FMCSA since January 2016.

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

    75 inspections in 24 months. Vehicles were put out of service in 34.5% of inspections (national average 22.26%), drivers in 6.7% (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.

  • 8 reported crashes in the last 24 months

    1 with injuries, 0 fatal, across a fleet of 50 trucks. Crash reports don't say who was at fault.

Company details

Contact

Address
14750 Sw 26th St Ste 204, Miami, FL 33185
Phone
(305) 790-7137
Fax
(786) 360-1449
Email
schi@cfyautotransport.com

Company

Legal name
Cfy Auto Transport Corp
Business type
Authorized for hire
Company officers
Romina Cruz, Santiago V Chi
Process agent (BOC-3)
Trucker's Nationwide, Inc. — Sioux Falls, SD
USDOT issued
Jan 23, 2016
Last MCS-150 update
Mar 18, 2026

Operations

Operation
Interstate (can cross state lines)
Cargo it hauls
General freight, Motor vehicles
Trucks
50 power units
Drivers
50 (50 with a CDL)
Miles driven a year
4,737,728 (2025)

Safety record, last 24 months

75Roadside inspections
34.5%Vehicle out-of-service rate
National average 22.26%
6.7%Driver out-of-service rate
National average 6.67%
8Crashes
1 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 8, 2026TXWalk-around (II)0No
Sep 13, 2026TNWalk-around (II)2No
Sep 4, 2026TXWalk-around (II)2Vehicle
Aug 11, 2026FLDriver only (III)0No
Aug 6, 2026TXWalk-around (II)2Vehicle
Jul 29, 2026MSDriver only (III)1No
Jul 14, 2026TXWalk-around (II)0No
Jun 25, 2026FLDriver only (III)1No
May 14, 2026ALDriver only (III)1No
May 6, 2026PADriver only (III)2No
Apr 29, 2026GADriver only (III)1No
Apr 22, 2026TNFull (Level I)1Vehicle
Mar 17, 2026TNDriver only (III)0No
Mar 10, 2026LAWalk-around (II)3No
Mar 9, 2026FLWalk-around (II)1Vehicle
Mar 3, 2026FLDriver only (III)0No
Feb 26, 2026TXWalk-around (II)2No
Feb 16, 2026LAWalk-around (II)2Vehicle & Driver
Feb 7, 2026LADriver only (III)2No
Feb 4, 2026FLDriver only (III)4No
Jan 13, 2026FLDriver only (III)0No
Dec 27, 2025TXWalk-around (II)4Vehicle
Dec 16, 2025MSDriver only (III)0No
Nov 28, 2025TXWalk-around (II)4No
Oct 23, 2025MSDriver only (III)0No
Oct 17, 2025FLDriver only (III)0No
Oct 9, 2025TXWalk-around (II)3No
Sep 23, 2025ARDriver only (III)1No
Aug 20, 2025SCDriver only (III)1No
Aug 18, 2025LADriver only (III)0No
Aug 13, 2025TNDriver only (III)0No
Aug 7, 2025TXWalk-around (II)7Vehicle
Jul 30, 2025GADriver only (III)1No
Jul 16, 2025GADriver only (III)2No
Jul 12, 2025TNFull (Level I)1No
Jul 4, 2025TXWalk-around (II)1Vehicle
Jun 20, 2025TXWalk-around (II)2No
Jun 20, 2025TXWalk-around (II)2Driver
Jun 16, 2025TXWalk-around (II)6Vehicle
Jun 9, 2025LADriver only (III)0No
May 12, 2025INDriver only (III)1No
May 7, 2025GADriver only (III)1No
Apr 30, 2025MSWalk-around (II)0No
Apr 29, 2025TNDriver only (III)1No
Apr 26, 2025ARDriver only (III)1No
Apr 17, 2025MSWalk-around (II)2Driver
Apr 9, 2025GADriver only (III)1No
Apr 9, 2025MSDriver only (III)1No
Apr 8, 2025ALDriver only (III)1No
Apr 7, 2025FLWalk-around (II)0No
Apr 7, 2025MSWalk-around (II)1No
Mar 28, 2025FLDriver only (III)0No
Mar 28, 2025LADriver only (III)1No
Mar 26, 2025USFull (Level I)0No
Mar 24, 2025TXWalk-around (II)5Driver
Mar 18, 2025GADriver only (III)1No
Mar 6, 2025FLWalk-around (II)0No
Feb 26, 2025GADriver only (III)0No
Feb 21, 2025LADriver only (III)2No
Feb 6, 2025ARDriver only (III)1No
Feb 1, 2025NMDriver only (III)0No
Jan 31, 2025NMDriver only (III)0No
Jan 30, 2025GADriver only (III)1No
Jan 29, 2025NMDriver only (III)0No
Jan 29, 2025GADriver only (III)4No
Jan 18, 2025TNDriver only (III)2No
Jan 15, 2025FLDriver only (III)1No
Jan 2, 2025MOWalk-around (II)0No
Dec 12, 2024TXWalk-around (II)2Vehicle
Dec 11, 2024GADriver only (III)1No
Dec 7, 2024KSWalk-around (II)1No
Nov 24, 2024ARDriver only (III)1Driver
Nov 18, 2024FLDriver only (III)0No
Nov 15, 2024LADriver only (III)0No
Nov 12, 2024FLDriver only (III)0No

Crashes

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

DateWhereInjuriesDeathsVehicle towed
Jun 24, 2026Memphis, TN00Yes
Dec 29, 2025Jacksonville, FL00Yes
Dec 7, 2025Rural Dallas, AL00Yes
Aug 13, 2025Not In City Limit, TN00Yes
Apr 20, 2025Bowman, SC00Yes
Feb 25, 2025Walkertown, NC00Yes
Feb 2, 2025GA00Yes
Nov 1, 2024Not Listed, TX10Yes

Insurance and bonds

On file now

TypeInsurerPolicyLimitEffective
Liability (BIPD)Carolina Casualty Insurance CompanyKCA 2601546$1,000,000Mar 15, 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)Sentry Select Insurance CompanyDec 1, 2023Mar 15, 2024Replaced by a new policy
Liability (BIPD)Sentry Select Insurance CompanyMar 15, 2023Dec 1, 2023Replaced by a new policy
Liability (BIPD)United States Fire Insurance Co.Mar 15, 2022Mar 15, 2023Replaced by a new policy
Liability (BIPD)Crum & Forster Indemnity CompanyMar 15, 2021Mar 15, 2022Replaced by a new policy
Liability (BIPD)Sentry Select Insurance CompanyMar 15, 2020Mar 15, 2021Replaced by a new policy
Liability (BIPD)United Specialty Insurance CompanyMar 15, 2019Mar 15, 2020Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)State Nationalspecialty Insco/national SpeciaMar 3, 2018Mar 3, 2019Cancelled, no replacement
Liability (BIPD)State Nationalspecialty Insco/national SpeciaMar 3, 2017Mar 3, 2018Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)National Indemnity Company Of The SouthDec 7, 2016Feb 2, 2017Cancelled, no replacement
Liability (BIPD)National Indemnity Company Of The SouthNov 3, 2016Jan 11, 2017Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)National Indemnity Company Of The SouthAug 9, 2016Nov 11, 2016Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)National Indemnity Company Of The SouthJun 29, 2016Aug 18, 2016Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)National Indemnity Company Of The SouthApr 12, 2016Jul 13, 2016Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)National Indemnity Company Of The SouthFeb 3, 2016May 17, 2016Cancelled, 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 Mar 10, 2020 — the company kept its authority.

  2. Authority reinstated Carrier
  3. Authority revoked Carrier
  4. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Mar 2, 2018 — the company kept its authority.

  5. Authority reinstated Carrier
  6. Authority revoked Carrier
  7. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Nov 4, 2016 — the company kept its authority.

  8. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Aug 10, 2016 — the company kept its authority.

  9. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Jun 30, 2016 — the company kept its authority.

  10. Authority granted Carrier

Source: FMCSA records published by the U.S. Department of Transportation, checked 23 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.