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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

Ramey Auto Transport Corp

USDOT 378080 MC-210443 Bristol, WI (847) 922-6224

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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-210443.

  • Authority was revoked in the past (2021, 2022, 2023)

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

  • 1 revocation notice 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.

  • Satisfactory safety rating

    FMCSA audited the company and found its safety controls adequate (rated June 2018).

  • In business for 36 years

    Registered with FMCSA since January 1990.

  • Only 1 roadside inspection in the last 24 months

    Too few to compare with the national average. Vehicles were put out of service in — of inspections (national average 22.26%), drivers in 0% (national average 6.67%).

  • 0 reported crashes in the last 24 months

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

Company details

Contact

Address
11424 Bristol Rd, Bristol, WI 53104
Phone
(847) 922-6224
Email
ramey11424@gmail.com

Company

Legal name
Ramey Auto Transport Corp
Business type
Authorized for hire
Company officers
David Ramey
Process agent (BOC-3)
Business Filings Inc. — Madison, WI
USDOT issued
Jan 12, 1990
Last MCS-150 update
Oct 10, 2024

Operations

Operation
Interstate (can cross state lines)
Cargo it hauls
Motor vehicles, Drive-away / towaway
Trucks
3 power units
Drivers
4 (4 with a CDL)
Miles driven a year
141,143 (2023)
Hazardous materials
Yes, registered to carry hazmat
Safety rating
Satisfactory (Jun 2018)

Safety record, last 24 months

1Roadside inspections
—Vehicle out-of-service rate
National average 22.26%
0%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
Jun 15, 2026WIDriver only (III)2No

Crashes

No crashes were reported in the last 24 months.

Insurance and bonds

On file now

TypeInsurerPolicyLimitEffective
Liability (BIPD)Great West Casualty Co.GRT53753A$1,000,000Mar 28, 2026

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)Geico Marine Insurance CompanyMar 28, 2025Mar 28, 2026Replaced by a new policy
Liability (BIPD)Northland Insurance CompanyFeb 19, 2025May 2, 2025Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)Prime Insurance CompanyMar 21, 2024Mar 21, 2025Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)Prime Insurance CompanyOct 25, 2023Mar 21, 2024Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)Prime Insurance CompanyMay 18, 2023Oct 25, 2023Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)Prime Insurance CompanyMar 21, 2023May 18, 2023Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)Northland Insurance CompanyFeb 25, 2022Feb 25, 2023Cancelled, no replacement
Liability (BIPD)Motor Transport Mutual Rrg IncJun 23, 2021Jan 13, 2022Cancelled, no replacement
Liability (BIPD)Canal Insurance Co.Feb 16, 2021Jun 16, 2021Cancelled, no replacement
Liability (BIPD)Canal Insurance Co.Dec 29, 2020Feb 16, 2021Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)Canal Insurance Co.Jun 16, 2020Dec 29, 2020Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)United Specialty Insurance CompanyMar 19, 2020Jun 9, 2020Cancelled, no replacement
Liability (BIPD)United Specialty Insurance CompanyNov 27, 2019Mar 19, 2020Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)Artisan & Truckers Casualty CompanySep 28, 2018Dec 21, 2019Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)National Casualty CompanySep 28, 2017Sep 28, 2018Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)National Casualty CompanyNov 28, 2016Sep 28, 2017Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)National Casualty CompanySep 28, 2016Nov 28, 2016Name changed
Liability (BIPD)Sentry Select Insurance CompanyDec 14, 2014Sep 28, 2016Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)Sentry Select Insurance CompanySep 28, 2014Dec 14, 2014Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)Sentry Select Insurance CompanyApr 20, 2009Sep 28, 2014Replaced by a new policy
CargoSentry Select Insurance CompanySep 28, 2005Apr 25, 2011Cancelled
Liability (BIPD)Sentry Select Insurance CompanySep 28, 2005Apr 20, 2009Replaced by a new policy
CargoUnderwriters At Lloyds LondonSep 28, 2004Sep 28, 2005Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)Occidental Fire And Casualty Co. Of N.c.Sep 28, 2004Sep 28, 2005Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)Occidental Fire And Casualty Co. Of N.c.Sep 28, 2003Sep 28, 2004Cancelled, another policy took over
CargoUnderwriters At Lloyds LondonSep 28, 2003Sep 28, 2004Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)Occidental Fire And Casualty Co. Of N.c.Sep 28, 2002Sep 28, 2003Cancelled, another policy took over
CargoUnderwriters At Lloyds LondonSep 28, 2002Sep 28, 2003Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)Canal Insurance Co.Sep 10, 2002Sep 28, 2002Replaced by a new policy
CargoCanal Insurance Co.Sep 10, 2002Sep 28, 2002Replaced by a new policy
Liability (BIPD)Canal Insurance Co.Aug 1, 2002Oct 12, 2002Name changed
CargoCanal Insurance Co.Aug 1, 2002Oct 12, 2002Name changed
Liability (BIPD)Northland Insurance CompanyAug 1, 2001Aug 1, 2002Cancelled, another policy took over
CargoNorthland Insurance CompanyAug 1, 2001Aug 1, 2002Cancelled, another policy took over
Broker surety bond (BMC-84)Fidelity & Deposit Co. Of MarylandApr 16, 2001Aug 9, 2002Cancelled, no replacement
Liability (BIPD)Gulf Insurance Co.Apr 14, 2000Aug 1, 2001Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)Gulf Insurance Co.Aug 1, 1999Apr 14, 2000Cancelled, another policy took over
CargoHartford Fire Insurance CompanyJul 6, 1997Aug 1, 2001Replaced by a new policy
Liability (BIPD)Travelers Indemnity CompanyAug 1, 1995Aug 1, 1999Replaced by a new policy
CargoHartford Fire Insurance CompanyJul 6, 1995Jul 7, 1997Cancelled, another policy took over
CargoHartford Fire Insurance CompanyJul 6, 1995Jul 6, 1995Replaced by a new policy
Liability (BIPD)Empire Fire & Marine Insurance Co.Aug 5, 1994Sep 27, 1995Cancelled, another policy took over
CargoLumbermens Mutual Casualty Co.Jul 6, 1992Sep 24, 1995Cancelled, 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 22, 2024 — the company kept its authority.

  2. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Apr 25, 2023 — the company kept its authority.

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

    Resolved on Jul 22, 2021 — the company kept its authority.

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

    Resolved on Dec 3, 2020 — the company kept its authority.

  11. Authority reinstated Carrier
  12. Authority revoked Carrier
  13. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Mar 20, 2020 — the company kept its authority.

  14. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Dec 3, 2019 — the company kept its authority.

  15. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Oct 1, 2018 — the company kept its authority.

  16. Revocation notice Carrier

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

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

    Resolved on Sep 27, 2016 — the company kept its authority.

  20. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Nov 19, 2014 — the company kept its authority.

  21. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Sep 28, 2005 — the company kept its authority.

  22. Authority reinstated Carrier
  23. Authority revoked Carrier
  24. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Oct 1, 2004 — the company kept its authority.

  25. Authority revoked Broker
  26. Authority granted Broker
  27. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Oct 26, 1995 — the company kept its authority.

  28. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Oct 26, 1995 — the company kept its authority.

  29. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Aug 22, 1994 — the company kept its authority.

  30. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Aug 8, 1990 — the company kept its authority.

  31. Authority granted Carrier
  32. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Jun 22, 1989 — the company kept its authority.

  33. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Jun 15, 1989 — the company kept its authority.

  34. 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.