Car Shipping Companies in Lake Wales, FL
4 auto transporters are registered in Lake Wales with the FMCSA, motor vehicles declared as cargo and a fleet on file, and 40 more listed carriers work within 30 miles. Each row carries the USDOT number that opens the carrier's own safety and insurance record.
Source: FMCSA Motor Carrier Census, snapshot September 24, 2026. Distances are from the center of Lake Wales to each carrier's ZIP code. No paid placement.
- Based in Lake Wales
- 4
- registered in the city itself
- Within 30 miles
- 40
- more listed carriers
- Interstate authority
- 14
- of 44 may haul across state lines
- Largest fleet nearby
- 3 trucks
- Brothers Grunt Auto Transport LLC, Avon Park
In short
4 auto transporters are registered in Lake Wales and 40 more work within 30 miles; 14 of the 44 can haul across state lines. 14 had a roadside inspection in the past 24 months. The largest fleet nearby is Brothers Grunt Auto Transport LLC's 3 trucks. Most people leaving Polk County for another state go to Georgia (Census).
Auto transporters based in Lake Wales
Ordered by the power units reported on each carrier's MCS-150 filing.
- 1
Professional Auto Carriers LLC
3400 Old Bartow Rd, FL 33859
- USDOT
- 2939983
- MC number
- MC994067
- Fleet
- 2 trucks · 2 drivers
- Registered since
- 2016
- 2
Florida Hotshot Auto Transport
FL 33898
- USDOT
- 2484295
- MC number
- —
- Fleet
- 1 truck · 3 drivers
- Registered since
- 2014
- 3
Avatar Auto Carriers LLC
5013 State Road 60 E, FL 33898
- USDOT
- 3202823
- MC number
- MC187552 (inactive)
- Fleet
- 1 truck · 1 driver
- Registered since
- 2018
- 4
Shaunice Auto Hauling Inc
4630 Washington St, FL 33859
- USDOT
- 3353304
- MC number
- MC1072453
- Fleet
- 1 truck · 1 driver
- Registered since
- 2019
Auto transporters within 30 miles of Lake Wales
Nearest first, from Frost Proof, Kissimmee, Poinciana, Saint Cloud and nearby.
| Miles | Company | City | USDOT | Fleet | Authority | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 mi | Chris Auto Transport Inc | Frost Proof, FL | 2963277 | 2 trucks | Interstate | Not rated |
| 16 mi | Zarza Auto Transport Inc | Frost Proof, FL | 3158199 | 1 truck | Within FL | Not rated |
| 16 mi | RCM Auto Transport LLC | Kissimmee, FL | 4013452 | 1 truck | Within FL | Not rated |
| 16 mi | Osda Auto Transport LLC | Poinciana, FL | 4079809 | 1 truck | Interstate | Not rated |
| 16 mi | Infinity Car Transport LLC | Kissimmee, FL | 3903246 | 1 truck | Interstate | Not rated |
| 16 mi | RM Auto Logistics LLC | Kissimmee, FL | 3449247 | 1 truck | Within FL | Not rated |
| 16 mi | Fenix Auto Transport Inc | Poinciana, FL | 3487996 | 1 truck | Interstate | Not rated |
| 16 mi | Aya Auto Transport LLC | Kissimmee, FL | 3522953 | 1 truck | Interstate | Not rated |
| 16 mi | Triple J Auto Transporters LLC | Poinciana, FL | 3543176 | 1 truck | Within FL | Not rated |
| 16 mi | M&S Exotic Car Carriers Inc | Kissimmee, FL | 3411416 | 1 truck | Within FL | Not rated |
| 16 mi | RP Auto Carriers LLC | Kissimmee, FL | 3768499 | 1 truck | Within FL | Not rated |
| 16 mi | Car Carrier | Kissimmee, FL | 3024749 | 0 trucks | Within FL | Not rated |
| 19 mi | Yuma Auto Transport Inc | Saint Cloud, FL | 2091940 | 1 truck | Interstate | Not rated |
| 19 mi | Canes Auto Transport Inc | Saint Cloud, FL | 2426915 | 1 truck | Within FL | Not rated |
| 19 mi | Brahma Bull Auto Transport LLC | Saint Cloud, FL | 3029667 | 1 truck | Within FL | Not rated |
| 19 mi | Mendiola Auto Transport Corp | Saint Cloud, FL | 4121704 | 1 truck | Interstate | Not rated |
| 19 mi | Canoe Creek Auto Transport LLC | Saint Cloud, FL | 3284229 | 0 trucks | Within FL | Not rated |
| 20 mi | Brothers Grunt Auto Transport LLC | Avon Park, FL | 1511985 | 3 trucks | Within FL | Not rated |
| 22 mi | T&S Elite Auto Transport LLC | Haines City, FL | 4475081 | 2 trucks | Interstate | Not rated |
| 22 mi | Number 1 Auto Carriers LLC | Haines City, FL | 3433642 | 2 trucks | Within FL | Not rated |
| 22 mi | Romero Auto Logistics LLC | Haines City, FL | 4296931 | 1 truck | Interstate | Not rated |
| 22 mi | Team Auto Carrier Inc | Haines City, FL | 3672981 | 1 truck | Within FL | Not rated |
| 22 mi | Liencar Transport Corp | Haines City, FL | 4168109 | 1 truck | Within FL | Not rated |
| 23 mi | Roldan Auto Logistics LLC | Winter Haven, FL | 4444778 | 1 truck | Within FL | Not rated |
| 24 mi | Lluberes Auto Transport Inc | Kissimmee, FL | 1826526 | 1 truck | Within FL | Not rated |
| 24 mi | DKB Auto Transport LLC | Kissimmee, FL | 2826490 | 1 truck | Within FL | Not rated |
| 24 mi | Rsa Auto Transport LLC | Kissimmee, FL | 3421399 | 1 truck | Within FL | Not rated |
| 24 mi | Carpenter Car Carrier LLC | Kissimmee, FL | 3083194 | 1 truck | Interstate | Not rated |
| 24 mi | Speedy Auto Carriers Inc | Kissimmee, FL | 2959040 | 1 truck | Within FL | Not rated |
| 25 mi | Surface Auto Hauler | Kissimmee, FL | 3880034 | 2 trucks | Within FL | Not rated |
| 25 mi | Elite Auto Carriers LLC | Saint Cloud, FL | 2187402 | 2 trucks | Interstate | Not rated |
| 25 mi | Kvi Auto Transport | Kissimmee, FL | 3908533 | 2 trucks | Within FL | Not rated |
| 25 mi | Jr Auto Transport | Saint Cloud, FL | 2470293 | 2 trucks | Within FL | Not rated |
| 25 mi | Expert Auto Transport | Saint Cloud, FL | 1533216 | 1 truck | Within FL | Not rated |
| 25 mi | T & L Auto Transport | Kissimmee, FL | 1425756 | 1 truck | Within FL | Not rated |
| 25 mi | Lawrence Auto Transport Inc | Kissimmee, FL | 3243925 | 1 truck | Interstate | Not rated |
| 25 mi | Imperial Auto Carrier LLC | Kissimmee, FL | 2799502 | 1 truck | Interstate | Not rated |
| 25 mi | JCJ Auto Transporters LLC | Saint Cloud, FL | 3607504 | 1 truck | Within FL | Not rated |
| 25 mi | XC Auto Transport LLC | Kissimmee, FL | 4291194 | 1 truck | Within FL | Not rated |
| 25 mi | Rv&Mt Auto Transport Inc | Saint Cloud, FL | 2349364 | 1 truck | Within FL | Not rated |
Shipping a car out of Lake Wales: the main lanes
Distances from Lake Wales to the largest metros; measured routes are driving miles, the rest are estimated and marked ≈.
| From Lake Wales to | Distance | Truck drive time | Household move on this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York City, NY | ≈ 1,141 mi | 3 days | — |
| Los Angeles, CA | ≈ 2,584 mi | 6 days | — |
| Chicago, IL | ≈ 1,201 mi | 3 days | — |
| Dallas, TX | ≈ 1,145 mi | 3 days | — |
| Houston, TX | ≈ 1,002 mi | 3 days | — |
| Washington, DC | ≈ 932 mi | 2 days | — |
| Miami, FL | ≈ 188 mi | 3 hr | — |
| Philadelphia, PA | ≈ 1,055 mi | 3 days | — |
Drive time assumes a loaded car hauler averaging about 55 mph with legal rest; a shared truck also stops for the other cars on the deck, so door-to-door takes longer than the drive.
Roadside inspections: auto transporters near Lake Wales
14 of the 44 auto transporters listed here had at least one roadside inspection in the 24 months to September 13, 2026, 41 inspections in all. Inspectors put the vehicle out of service in 6 of 18 vehicle inspections (33.3%), about the same as the 32.4% for listed auto transporters nationally. Drivers were put out of service in 5 of 41 driver inspections (12.2%, against 10.3%). With fewer than 30 vehicle inspections, a single out-of-service order moves that rate by several points, so treat it as a small sample. None has an acute or critical violation from an FMCSA investigation in the past 12 months.
| Carrier | Inspections | Vehicle out of service | Driver out of service |
|---|---|---|---|
| Infinity Car Transport LLCKissimmee, FL · USDOT 3903246 | 7 | 1 of 3 | 1 of 7 |
| Imperial Auto Carrier LLCKissimmee, FL · USDOT 2799502 | 5 | 1 of 1 | 0 of 5 |
| Fenix Auto Transport IncPoinciana, FL · USDOT 3487996 | 5 | 2 of 3 | 3 of 5 |
| Professional Auto Carriers LLCLake Wales, FL · USDOT 2939983 | 4 | 0 of 2 | 0 of 4 |
| Carpenter Car Carrier LLCKissimmee, FL · USDOT 3083194 | 4 | none inspected | 0 of 4 |
| Romero Auto Logistics LLCHaines City, FL · USDOT 4296931 | 4 | 0 of 3 | 0 of 4 |
FMCSA Safety Measurement System carrier summary, 24-month window. How the comparison is calculated.
Who moves out of Polk County
Lake Wales is in Polk County, FL. In the Census Bureau's 2016–2020 survey, the county-to-county estimates add up to roughly 12,306 people a year leaving Polk County for another state, most often for Georgia (about 1,758), North Carolina (about 1,055) and Texas (about 986), while about 22,674 (±2,365) a year arrive from other states.
US Census Bureau, ACS 2016–2020 county-to-county migration flows; estimates are people a year with a 90% margin of error.
Pickup in Lake Wales and checking the carrier
A loaded car hauler is about 75 feet long, so on narrow Lake Wales streets the driver may ask to meet at a wide lot; the 4 carriers based here will know which ones work. If the quote comes from a broker, ask which carrier's truck will come and open that USDOT number before pickup. Preparing the car and how car shipping is priced cover the rest.
More in Florida
1,449 listed auto transporters are based in Florida; the state page ranks them all.
Car shipping in Lake Wales: questions people ask
How many car shipping companies are there in Lake Wales, FL?
4 FMCSA-registered auto transporters are based in Lake Wales itself, and 40 more listed carriers work within 30 miles (Frost Proof, Kissimmee, Poinciana, Saint Cloud, Avon Park and nearby). All 44 hold active registrations with motor vehicles declared as cargo and a fleet on file. Brokers are registered separately and are not counted.
Who is the largest auto transporter near Lake Wales?
By reported fleet, Brothers Grunt Auto Transport LLC in Avon Park, FL, with 3 trucks on its filing (USDOT 1511985). Fleet size is self-reported and describes capacity, not care; read the record behind the number before you book.
How much does it cost to ship a car from Lake Wales?
We publish no car-shipping price model, so this page prints no figures. The quote is set by the lane (Lake Wales to New York City, NY is about 1,141 miles), open or enclosed transport, the car's size and whether it runs, the season and direction, and how flexible your pickup window is. The pricing guide linked below explains each factor.
Will a car hauler pick up at my door in Lake Wales?
Usually as close as a 75-foot rig can legally and physically get. On narrow residential streets, in HOAs that bar commercial trucks, or where overhead lines are low, the driver will ask to meet at a wide lot nearby. Agree the meeting point when you book, not when the truck is idling.
How have car haulers near Lake Wales done at roadside inspections?
14 of the 44 listed here were inspected in the past 24 months, 41 inspections in all. Vehicles were put out of service in 6 of 18 vehicle inspections (33.3%), against 32.4% for listed auto transporters nationally.
Sources. FMCSA Motor Carrier Census (snapshot September 24, 2026) and Safety Measurement System; Census ACS migration flows. Nobody pays for placement.