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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 & broker

Masney Auto Transport Inc

USDOT 326786 MC-233895 Winter Garden, FL (407) 877-8882

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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-233895.

  • Authority was revoked in the past (1992, 2005)

    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 October 2010).

  • In business for 38 years

    Registered with FMCSA since September 1988.

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

    Vehicles were put out of service in 4.3% of inspections (national average 22.26%), drivers in 0% (national average 6.67%).

  • 7 reported crashes in the last 24 months

    1 with injuries, 0 fatal, across a fleet of 89 trucks. Crash reports don't say who was at fault.

Company details

Contact

Address
1207 E Story Rd, Winter Garden, FL 34787
Phone
(407) 877-8882
Fax
(407) 877-8886
Email
page@masney.com

Company

Legal name
Masney Auto Transport Inc
Business type
Authorized for hire
Company officers
Gregory Hedges, Tracie Hedges
Process agent (BOC-3)
Truck Process Agents Of America, Inc. — Fargo, ND
USDOT issued
Sep 8, 1988
Last MCS-150 update
Apr 22, 2026

Operations

Operation
Interstate (can cross state lines)
Cargo it hauls
Motor vehicles
Trucks
89 power units
Drivers
72 (72 with a CDL)
Miles driven a year
6,308,742 (2025)
Hazardous materials
Yes, registered to carry hazmat
Safety rating
Satisfactory (Oct 2010)

Safety record, last 24 months

86Roadside inspections
4.3%Vehicle out-of-service rate
National average 22.26%
0%Driver out-of-service rate
National average 6.67%
7Crashes
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
Sep 3, 2026ALWalk-around (II)0No
Aug 28, 2026MSDriver only (III)0No
Aug 26, 2026TNDriver only (III)0No
Aug 19, 2026LAWalk-around (II)0No
Aug 18, 2026FLDriver only (III)0No
Aug 7, 2026TNDriver only (III)0No
Aug 5, 2026GADriver only (III)1No
Aug 1, 2026MSDriver only (III)1No
Jul 23, 2026GADriver only (III)1No
Jul 16, 2026PADriver only (III)2Vehicle
Jul 15, 2026LAWalk-around (II)2No
Jul 13, 2026KYDriver only (III)2No
Jun 28, 2026ALDriver only (III)0No
Jun 19, 2026FLDriver only (III)1No
Jun 6, 2026NCDriver only (III)0No
May 31, 2026MSDriver only (III)0No
May 27, 2026FLDriver only (III)0No
May 25, 2026TNWalk-around (II)1No
May 19, 2026MOWalk-around (II)1No
May 19, 2026MSFull (Level I)0No
May 18, 2026KSDriver only (III)0No
Apr 20, 2026FLDriver only (III)3No
Apr 13, 2026OKDriver only (III)1No
Apr 8, 2026FLDriver only (III)1No
Mar 30, 2026OKDriver only (III)1No
Mar 27, 2026LAWalk-around (II)0No
Mar 27, 2026FLDriver only (III)0No
Mar 26, 2026FLDriver only (III)0No
Mar 23, 2026NMDriver only (III)1No
Mar 23, 2026TNWalk-around (II)2Vehicle
Mar 10, 2026FLDriver only (III)0No
Feb 23, 2026ARDriver only (III)1No
Feb 20, 2026ALDriver only (III)1No
Feb 3, 2026FLDriver only (III)0No
Feb 2, 2026TXWalk-around (II)3No
Jan 30, 2026MNDriver only (III)2No
Jan 30, 2026FLDriver only (III)0No
Jan 28, 2026ALDriver only (III)0No
Jan 22, 2026OKDriver only (III)1No
Jan 19, 2026LADriver only (III)2No
Jan 15, 2026GAWalk-around (II)3No
Jan 2, 2026LADriver only (III)0No
Dec 23, 2025MIDriver only (III)1No
Dec 10, 2025FLDriver only (III)3No
Dec 10, 2025MDWalk-around (II)1No
Nov 21, 2025LADriver only (III)1No
Nov 20, 2025FLDriver only (III)0No
Nov 6, 2025FLDriver only (III)1No
Oct 17, 2025TNFull (Level I)0No
Oct 2, 2025TXWalk-around (II)2No
Sep 29, 2025CAFull (Level I)2No
Sep 27, 2025ALDriver only (III)0No
Sep 20, 2025ARDriver only (III)1No
Sep 4, 2025ARDriver only (III)1No
Sep 4, 2025MADriver only (III)1No
Sep 3, 2025LAWalk-around (II)0No
Aug 26, 2025GADriver only (III)0No
Aug 24, 2025ALDriver only (III)2No
Aug 15, 2025ALDriver only (III)3No
Aug 7, 2025MSDriver only (III)1No
Jul 21, 2025NCWalk-around (II)0No
Jul 5, 2025TXWalk-around (II)0No
Jul 3, 2025ARDriver only (III)1No
Jul 3, 2025LADriver only (III)1No
Jun 28, 2025LAWalk-around (II)3No
Jun 27, 2025NMWalk-around (II)0No
Jun 17, 2025GADriver only (III)0No
Jun 17, 2025INDriver only (III)1No
May 23, 2025MSDriver only (III)0No
May 21, 2025GADriver only (III)0No
May 13, 2025GADriver only (III)1No
May 8, 2025FLDriver only (III)0No
May 7, 2025MSDriver only (III)0No
Apr 25, 2025FLDriver only (III)0No
Apr 20, 2025MSWalk-around (II)0No
Mar 31, 2025GADriver only (III)0No
Mar 14, 2025CODriver only (III)0No
Mar 7, 2025FLDriver only (III)0No
Feb 6, 2025NCDriver only (III)1No
Jan 27, 2025FLDriver only (III)0No
Jan 12, 2025NCFull (Level I)0No
Dec 27, 2024MSWalk-around (II)1No
Dec 24, 2024FLDriver only (III)0No
Dec 13, 2024LADriver only (III)2No
Dec 5, 2024USFull (Level I)0No
Nov 18, 2024LADriver only (III)1No

Crashes

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

DateWhereInjuriesDeathsVehicle towed
Jul 21, 2026Caryville, FL00Yes
Jun 1, 2026GA00Yes
Sep 27, 2025Dothan, AL00Yes
Jul 3, 2025Beaumont, TX00Yes
Jun 25, 2025Jackson, MS00Yes
May 7, 2025Warren, MS10Yes
Jan 16, 2025Summit City, NJ00Yes

Insurance and bonds

On file now

TypeInsurerPolicyLimitEffective
Liability (BIPD)Carolina Casualty Insurance CompanyKCA 2600245$1,000,000Aug 1, 2021
Liability (BIPD)Carolina Casualty Insurance CompanyKCA 2600245$1,000,000Aug 1, 2021

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)Northland Insurance CompanyOct 21, 2020Aug 31, 2021Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)Northland Insurance CompanyAug 17, 2017Oct 21, 2020Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)Northland Insurance CompanyAug 1, 2017Aug 17, 2017Replaced by a new policy
Liability (BIPD)Carolina Casualty Insurance Co.Aug 1, 2016Aug 1, 2017Replaced by a new policy
Liability (BIPD)Carolina Casualty Insurance Co.Jul 1, 2015Aug 1, 2016Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)Carolina Casualty Insurance Co.Jul 1, 2014Jul 1, 2015Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)Carolina Casualty Insurance Co.Jul 1, 2013Jul 1, 2014Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)National Casualty CompanyJul 1, 2012Jul 1, 2013Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)Castlepoint National Insurance CoJul 1, 2011Jul 1, 2012Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)State Nationalspecialty Insco/national SpeciaMar 31, 2011Jul 1, 2011Replaced by a new policy
CargoCanal Insurance Co.Apr 1, 2010Apr 16, 2011Cancelled
CargoCanal Insurance Co.Oct 1, 2007May 7, 2010Cancelled, another policy took over
CargoCanal Insurance Co.Oct 1, 2005Oct 1, 2007Replaced by a new policy
CargoCanal Insurance Co.Sep 1, 2001Oct 1, 2005Cancelled, another policy took over
CargoNorth American Specialty Ins CoSep 1, 2000Sep 1, 2001Replaced by a new policy
Liability (BIPD)Sentry Select Insurance CompanyMar 9, 2000Apr 13, 2011Cancelled, another policy took over
CargoSentry Select Insurance CompanyMar 9, 2000Sep 1, 2000Replaced by a new policy
CargoPhiladelphia Indemnity Insurance CompanySep 1, 1999Mar 9, 2000Replaced by a new policy
Liability (BIPD)Twin City Fire Insurance CompanySep 1, 1999Mar 9, 2000Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)Fire & Casualty Insurance Co. Of ConnecticutNov 19, 1998Sep 1, 1999Replaced by a new policy
Broker surety bond (BMC-84)American Southern Insurance Co.Oct 30, 1998Jul 22, 2005Cancelled, no replacement
CargoSt. Paul Fire & Marine Insurance Co.Sep 1, 1998Oct 7, 1999Cancelled, another policy took over
CargoSt. Paul Fire & Marine Insurance Co.Sep 1, 1997Dec 10, 1998Name changed
Liability (BIPD)Fire & Casualty Insurance Co. Of ConnecticutSep 1, 1995Dec 10, 1998Name changed
CargoThe Insurance Company Of North AmericaSep 1, 1995Jul 23, 1997Cancelled
CargoSt. Paul Protective Insurance CompanyFeb 17, 1993Sep 1, 1995Replaced by a new policy
Liability (BIPD)Fire & Casualty Insurance Co. Of ConnecticutNov 11, 1991Sep 1, 1995Cancelled, another policy took over
Broker surety bond (BMC-84)South Carolina Insurance Co.Nov 2, 1990Apr 15, 1992Cancelled, no replacement

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 Oct 14, 2020 — the company kept its authority.

  2. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Jul 28, 2016 — the company kept its authority.

  3. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Jun 25, 2015 — the company kept its authority.

  4. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Jun 24, 2014 — the company kept its authority.

  5. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Jun 28, 2013 — the company kept its authority.

  6. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Jun 28, 2012 — the company kept its authority.

  7. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Apr 6, 2011 — the company kept its authority.

  8. Authority revoked Broker
  9. Authority reinstated Broker
  10. Authority reinstated Broker
  11. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Sep 17, 1997 — the company kept its authority.

  12. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Sep 22, 1995 — the company kept its authority.

  13. Authority reinstated Carrier
  14. Revoked Carrier
  15. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Jul 24, 1992 — the company kept its authority.

  16. Authority revoked Broker
  17. Authority granted Carrier
  18. Authority granted Broker

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.