Carriers vs Brokers
A carrier is the company that owns the truck and physically transports your vehicle. A broker is the middleman who connects you with a carrier. In most car shipping transactions, you interact with a broker who then assigns a carrier you've never heard of.
How Carriers Are Vetted
AutoTransport AI verifies every carrier through Highway's insurance verification system. We check active authority (FMCSA registration), cargo insurance minimums, safety ratings, and operational history before any carrier touches your vehicle.
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You can, but it's difficult. Most carriers don't have consumer-facing websites. Platforms like AutoTransport AI give you the best of both worlds: direct carrier matching with the convenience of an online booking system.
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