How Can You Verify the Carrier Assigned to Your Auto Transport Shipment?

You're booking auto transport. You've got a quote from a broker like us at AMG Transport Co. Now, a carrier is assigned. Don't just take their word. Verify everything. Scams happen. Fraudsters pose as carriers. They demand final payment early. Or they damage your car and vanish.

Good brokers give you tools to check. We do. At AMG, we share full carrier details upfront. Our parent company, AMG Endeavors, runs carriers too. We know both sides. Brokers handle sales, coordination, backend systems. Carriers drive trucks. They avoid customer headaches. Roads are rough enough.

Verify before pickup. Protect your vehicle. Here's how.

What details should your broker provide about the assigned carrier?

Demand these from your broker. No excuses.

• Carrier name and contact info: Full legal name. Phone. Email. Driver's name if known.
• DOT and MC numbers: US DOT number. MC authority number. These are public.
• Insurance details: Proof of cargo and liability insurance. At least $100,000 cargo coverage. Names of insurers.
• Equipment description: Truck make, model, year. Trailer type—open or enclosed. License plate if possible.
• Pickup schedule: 72-hour window, like ours at AMG.

We provide all this. Plus VIN scans at pickup and delivery. Stripe deposits secure your spot. No wire transfers to strangers.

Why is the DOT number essential for verification?

DOT number is your first check. Every legit carrier has one. Issued by FMCSA.

Go to safer.fmcsa.dot.gov. Plug in the number. See:

• Carrier name match.
• Safety rating: Satisfactory? Conditional? Unsatisfactory means walk away.
• Accident history.
• Inspection records.
• Authority status: Active?

Fake carriers use stolen DOTs. Real ones show clean records. Takes 2 minutes. Do it.

Texas-based brokers like AMG vet carriers nationwide. We check DOTs before assignment. Our carriers have solid safety records. Door-to-door nationwide vehicle shipping? We got it.

How do you confirm the carrier's insurance coverage?

Insurance isn't optional. Demand the certificate. Broker should email it.

Check:

1. Coverage amounts: $750,000 liability minimum. $100,000 cargo.

2. Insurer name: Real company? Google it.

3. Policy dates: Active during transport?

4. Broker listed: As additional insured.

Call the insurer. Verify directly. Numbers are public.

Carriers hate dealing direct. People skip payments. Brokers buffer that. We ensure carriers are insured. Vetted. Reliable. Wondering how much does it cost to ship a car cross country? Honest quotes from us—no hidden fees.

What red flags indicate a carrier mismatch or scam?

Carrier shows up. Something's off. Stop.

Common scams:

• Double brokering: Broker re-brokers your load. Carrier you didn't approve shows.
• Upcharge demands: Extra fees at pickup. Fuel. Tolls. No.
• Payment pressure: Final balance before load. Or cash/Wire. Never.

What if the truck or driver doesn't match the details?

Details mismatch? Send them away.

• Truck wrong color? Model? Plates?
• Driver name off? No ID?
• Open carrier for your luxury car? We offer enclosed auto transport for luxury cars.

Take photos. Call your broker. Document. At AMG, we match details perfectly. Ship a car from Houston to Los Angeles? Our vetted carriers deliver.

| Red Flag | What to Do |

|----------|------------|

| Wrong truck/driver | Refuse load. Call broker. |

| Cash/Wire demand | Hang up. Scam. |

| No insurance proof | No load. |

| Unsatisfactory DOT | Walk away. |

How can you protect yourself at pickup?

Carrier arrives. Right one. Now protect your ride.

1. Inspect thoroughly: Walk around. Note dents, scratches. Existing damage.

2. Photos and video: Every angle. Timestamped. VIN scan if broker offers—like us.

3. Bill of Lading (BOL): Sign only \"accepted in good condition.\" Note issues.

4. Personal items: Remove all. Carriers not liable.

5. Final payment: After inspection and broker OK. Never before.

Non-running vehicle? Tell us upfront. SUVs vs sedans cost different. We quote accurately.

Relocating to Florida? Ship car from Texas. Cross-country car transport from coast to coast. We handle it. Best auto transport company for out-of-state moves.

Why Choose AMG Transport Co.?

Tired of risks? Pick a broker you trust. AMG Transport Co. makes it simple.

We vet every carrier. Full insurance. Clean DOTs. 72-hour pickups. VIN scans. Stripe deposits. Honest quotes. No games.

Auto transport broker Texas serving nationwide. Door-to-door car shipping how it works: We coordinate. Carriers drive. You relax.

Get your free quote today. Sleep easy.

Written by Mike Matthews, Logistics Manager at AMG Transport Co.