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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

Advanced Auto Transport Inc

USDOT 752871 MC-264490 Lake Elmo, MN (651) 777-7780

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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-264490.

  • Authority was revoked in the past (2004, 2010, 2020)

    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 May 2009).

  • In business for 28 years

    Registered with FMCSA since June 1998.

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

    Vehicles were put out of service in 7.1% of inspections (national average 22.26%), drivers in 1.8% (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
8603 34th St N, Lake Elmo, MN 55042-8439
Phone
(651) 777-7780
Fax
(651) 704-9739
Email
cj@aatransport.net

Company

Legal name
Advanced Auto Transport Inc
Business type
Authorized for hire
Company officers
Kye Samuelson, Casey J Putschoegl
Process agent (BOC-3)
Evilsizor Process Servers Inc — Littleton, CO
USDOT issued
Jun 10, 1998
Last MCS-150 update
Sep 24, 2025

Operations

Operation
Interstate (can cross state lines)
Cargo it hauls
Motor vehicles, Drive-away / towaway, Passengers
Trucks
205 power units
Drivers
61 (61 with a CDL)
Miles driven a year
1,637,784 (2024)
Safety rating
Satisfactory (May 2009)

Safety record, last 24 months

56Roadside inspections
7.1%Vehicle out-of-service rate
National average 22.26%
1.8%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
Oct 7, 2026COWalk-around (II)1No
Sep 28, 2026IADriver only (III)4No
Sep 23, 2026KYFull (Level I)0No
Sep 14, 2026TXWalk-around (II)0No
Sep 8, 2026PAWalk-around (II)0No
Aug 13, 2026OHWalk-around (II)1Vehicle
Aug 6, 2026WADriver only (III)3No
Jul 24, 2026PADriver only (III)1No
May 25, 2026IAWalk-around (II)1No
May 21, 2026MTWalk-around (II)1No
May 14, 2026GAFull (Level I)0No
May 14, 2026OKFull (Level I)0No
May 12, 2026CAFull (Level I)0No
May 12, 2026OKFull (Level I)0No
Apr 28, 2026SDDriver only (III)0No
Apr 20, 2026MTDriver only (III)0No
Apr 14, 2026IDFull (Level I)1No
Apr 9, 2026OKWalk-around (II)0No
Mar 2, 2026MTDriver only (III)0No
Feb 7, 2026SDDriver only (III)0No
Feb 3, 2026MTDriver only (III)0No
Jan 11, 2026SDDriver only (III)0No
Jan 4, 2026IADriver only (III)2No
Dec 21, 2025IAWalk-around (II)1No
Nov 17, 2025OKWalk-around (II)1No
Oct 6, 2025MTDriver only (III)1No
Oct 5, 2025IAFull (Level I)0No
Sep 29, 2025INDriver only (III)0No
Sep 22, 2025UTDriver only (III)1No
Aug 11, 2025UTFull (Level I)0No
Jun 25, 2025VADriver only (III)1No
Jun 19, 2025MTDriver only (III)0No
Jun 16, 2025MNWalk-around (II)1No
Jun 9, 2025WIWalk-around (II)0No
Jun 5, 2025WVDriver only (III)0No
May 14, 2025USFull (Level I)0No
May 5, 2025MTDriver only (III)0No
May 3, 2025SDDriver only (III)0No
Apr 24, 2025ILDriver only (III)0No
Apr 17, 2025NEDriver only (III)1No
Mar 29, 2025MTWalk-around (II)0No
Mar 23, 2025IADriver only (III)1No
Mar 17, 2025MOWalk-around (II)2No
Mar 12, 2025MTDriver only (III)0No
Mar 11, 2025SDDriver only (III)0No
Mar 5, 2025MTDriver only (III)0No
Jan 28, 2025NDWalk-around (II)2Vehicle
Jan 15, 2025MNDriver only (III)1No
Jan 13, 2025IADriver only (III)0No
Dec 31, 2024SDDriver only (III)0No
Dec 2, 2024AZWalk-around (II)3Driver
Nov 22, 2024TXFull (Level I)0No
Nov 21, 2024ILWalk-around (II)0No
Nov 11, 2024ILDriver only (III)0No
Nov 6, 2024FLFull (Level I)0No
Oct 30, 2024IAFull (Level I)1No

Crashes

No crashes were reported in the last 24 months.

Insurance and bonds

On file now

TypeInsurerPolicyLimitEffective
Liability (BIPD)Great West Casualty CoGRT12633A$1,000,000Dec 1, 2023
Liability (BIPD)Great West Casualty CoGRT12633A$1,000,000Dec 1, 2023

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)Scottsdale Insurance CompanyDec 1, 2022Dec 1, 2023Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)Scottsdale Insurance CompanyDec 1, 2021Dec 1, 2022Replaced by a new policy
Liability (BIPD)National Liability & Fire Ins Co.Dec 1, 2020Dec 1, 2021Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)National Liability & Fire Ins Co.Dec 1, 2019Dec 1, 2020Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)Canal Insurance Co.Dec 1, 2018Dec 1, 2019Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)Canal Insurance Co.Dec 1, 2017Dec 1, 2018Replaced by a new policy
Liability (BIPD)Carolina Casualty Insurance Co.Dec 1, 2016Dec 1, 2017Replaced by a new policy
Liability (BIPD)Carolina Casualty Insurance Co.Dec 1, 2015Dec 1, 2016Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)Carolina Casualty Insurance Co.Dec 1, 2014Dec 1, 2015Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)Carolina Casualty Insurance Co.Dec 1, 2013Dec 1, 2014Cancelled, another policy took over
Broker trust fund (BMC-85)Pacific Financial Association, Inc.Oct 1, 2013Feb 5, 2020Cancelled, no replacement
Liability (BIPD)Carolina Casualty Insurance Co.Dec 1, 2012Dec 1, 2013Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)National Interstate Insurance CompanyMar 25, 2011Dec 28, 2012Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)National Interstate Insurance CompanyDec 1, 2010Mar 25, 2011Cancelled, another policy took over
Broker trust fund (BMC-85)Pacific Financial Association, Inc.Feb 17, 2010Oct 1, 2013Replaced by a new policy
Liability (BIPD)Carolina Casualty Insurance Co.Nov 12, 2009Dec 21, 2010Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)Carolina Casualty Insurance Co.Jun 22, 2009Nov 12, 2009Cancelled, another policy took over
CargoHanover Insurance Co.Nov 12, 2008Nov 12, 2009Cancelled
Liability (BIPD)Carolina Casualty Insurance Co.Nov 12, 2008Jun 22, 2009Replaced by a new policy
CargoHanover Insurance Co.Nov 12, 2007Nov 12, 2008Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)Carolina Casualty Insurance Co.Nov 12, 2007Nov 12, 2008Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)Carolina Casualty Insurance Co.Nov 12, 2006Nov 12, 2007Cancelled, another policy took over
CargoHanover Insurance Co.Nov 12, 2005Nov 12, 2007Replaced by a new policy
Liability (BIPD)Carolina Casualty Insurance Co.Nov 12, 2005Nov 12, 2006Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)Carolina Casualty Insurance Co.Nov 12, 2004Nov 12, 2005Cancelled, another policy took over
Broker surety bond (BMC-84)Old Republic Surety CompanyFeb 26, 2004Feb 24, 2010Cancelled, no replacement
CargoSt. Paul Fire & Marine Insurance Co.Nov 12, 2003Nov 12, 2005Replaced by a new policy
Liability (BIPD)National Liability & Fire Ins Co.Nov 12, 2003Nov 12, 2004Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)Carolina Casualty Insurance Co.Nov 12, 2002Nov 12, 2003Cancelled, another policy took over
Broker surety bond (BMC-84)Granite Re, Inc.Feb 28, 2002Jan 11, 2004Cancelled, no replacement
Liability (BIPD)Hanover Insurance Co.Dec 21, 2001Nov 12, 2002Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD), excessUnderwriters At Lloyds LondonNov 12, 2001Nov 13, 2002Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)Hanover Insurance Co.Nov 12, 2001Feb 7, 2002Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)Hanover Insurance Co.Nov 12, 2000Nov 12, 2001Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD), excessUnderwriters At Lloyds LondonNov 12, 2000Nov 12, 2001Cancelled, another policy took over
CargoLumbermens Mutual Casualty Co.Oct 15, 2000Nov 12, 2003Replaced by a new policy
Liability (BIPD)General Star Indemnity CompanyAug 30, 2000Nov 12, 2000Cancelled, another policy took over
CargoOnebeacon America Insurance CompanyAug 30, 2000Oct 15, 2000Replaced by a new policy
Liability (BIPD)New Hampshire Insurance Co.Jul 30, 1999Aug 30, 2000Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD), excessLexington Insurance CompanyJul 30, 1999Aug 30, 2000Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD), excessLexington Insurance CompanyJul 30, 1999Jul 19, 2000Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)New Hampshire Insurance Co.Jul 30, 1999Jul 19, 2000Cancelled, another policy took over
Liability (BIPD)Continental Casualty Co.Jul 30, 1998Jul 30, 1999Cancelled, another policy took over
Broker surety bond (BMC-84)Amwest Surety Insurance Co.Jul 13, 1993Feb 28, 2002Replaced 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 Nov 24, 2023 — the company kept its authority.

  2. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Nov 26, 2021 — the company kept its authority.

  3. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Nov 25, 2020 — the company kept its authority.

  4. Authority revoked Broker
  5. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Nov 27, 2019 — the company kept its authority.

  6. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Dec 2, 2016 — the company kept its authority.

  7. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Nov 27, 2015 — the company kept its authority.

  8. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Nov 28, 2014 — the company kept its authority.

  9. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Nov 26, 2013 — the company kept its authority.

  10. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Mar 3, 2011 — the company kept its authority.

  11. Authority reinstated Broker
  12. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Nov 26, 2010 — the company kept its authority.

  13. Authority revoked Broker
  14. Revocation notice Broker

    Resolved on Feb 18, 2010 — the company kept its authority.

  15. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Nov 16, 2009 — the company kept its authority.

  16. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Nov 7, 2008 — the company kept its authority.

  17. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Nov 6, 2007 — the company kept its authority.

  18. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Oct 20, 2006 — the company kept its authority.

  19. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Oct 19, 2005 — the company kept its authority.

  20. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Nov 17, 2004 — the company kept its authority.

  21. Authority reinstated Broker
  22. Authority revoked Broker
  23. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Oct 6, 2000 — the company kept its authority.

  24. Revocation notice Carrier

    Resolved on Sep 7, 1999 — the company kept its authority.

  25. Authority granted Carrier
  26. 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.