Car Shipping Companies in Lithia, FL
1 auto transporter is registered in Lithia 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 Lithia to each carrier's ZIP code. No paid placement.
- Based in Lithia
- 1
- registered in the city itself
- Within 30 miles
- 40
- more listed carriers
- Interstate authority
- 14
- of 41 may haul across state lines
- Largest fleet nearby
- 3 trucks
- Sunshine Car Carriers Corp, Brandon
In short
1 auto transporter is registered in Lithia and 40 more work within 30 miles; 14 of the 41 can haul across state lines. 7 had a roadside inspection in the past 24 months. The largest fleet nearby is Sunshine Car Carriers Corp's 3 trucks. Most people leaving Hillsborough County for another state go to Georgia (Census).
Auto transporters based in Lithia
Ordered by the power units reported on each carrier's MCS-150 filing.
- 1
Marc Sanderson Auto Transport
FL 33547
- USDOT
- 863129
- MC number
- —
- Fleet
- 1 truck · 1 driver
- Registered since
- 2000
Auto transporters within 30 miles of Lithia
Nearest first, from Plant City, Riverview, Valrico, Brandon and nearby.
| Miles | Company | City | USDOT | Fleet | Authority | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 mi | Dan Crist Auto Transport | Plant City, FL | 879703 | 1 truck | Within FL | Not rated |
| 9 mi | GH Auto Transport LLC | Riverview, FL | 3485786 | 1 truck | Within FL | Not rated |
| 9 mi | American Express Auto Transport LLC | Riverview, FL | 2361732 | 1 truck | Interstate | Not rated |
| 9 mi | Aladdin Auto Transport Company | Valrico, FL | 2563210 | 1 truck | Within FL | Not rated |
| 12 mi | Img Auto Transport | Valrico, FL | 3204038 | 2 trucks | Interstate | Not rated |
| 13 mi | Sunshine Car Carriers Corp | Brandon, FL | 4078338 | 3 trucks | Interstate | Not rated |
| 13 mi | Cleveland Auto Transport | Brandon, FL | 1222971 | 1 truck | Within FL | Not rated |
| 13 mi | JW Auto Transport | Plant City, FL | 1118304 | 1 truck | Within FL | Not rated |
| 13 mi | Couch Auto Transport Inc | Brandon, FL | 822143 | 1 truck | Within FL | Not rated |
| 14 mi | Je Auto Logistics LLC | Riverview, FL | 3206496 | 1 truck | Within FL | Not rated |
| 14 mi | Fast and Secure Auto Transport LLC | Riverview, FL | 3106859 | 1 truck | Interstate | Not rated |
| 14 mi | Auto Hauler | Riverview, FL | 1755801 | 1 truck | Within FL | Not rated |
| 15 mi | Fla Auto Transport | Brandon, FL | 873531 | 3 trucks | Within FL | Not rated |
| 15 mi | Beeyenm Auto Carrier | Gibsonton, FL | 3918880 | 2 trucks | Interstate | Not rated |
| 15 mi | K B Auto Transport | Lakeland, FL | 1923778 | 1 truck | Within FL | Not rated |
| 15 mi | Epc Auto Transport Corp | Brandon, FL | 3464464 | 1 truck | Interstate | Not rated |
| 15 mi | Rivero Auto Transport LLC | Brandon, FL | 4295396 | 1 truck | Interstate | Not rated |
| 15 mi | Orly Auto Transport | Lakeland, FL | 2581168 | 1 truck | Within FL | Not rated |
| 15 mi | Premier Auto Transport | Gibsonton, FL | 1706442 | 1 truck | Within FL | Not rated |
| 16 mi | Lac Auto Transport LLC | Apollo Beach, FL | 3694547 | 1 truck | Within FL | Not rated |
| 16 mi | Fierce Auto Transport Inc | Apollo Beach, FL | 4267137 | 1 truck | Within FL | Not rated |
| 16 mi | B B Auto Transport Inc | Plant City, FL | 1531301 | 1 truck | Within FL | Not rated |
| 17 mi | Statewide Auto Haulers | Parrish, FL | 1311829 | 1 truck | Interstate | Not rated |
| 17 mi | Dejesus Auto Transport Inc | Lakeland, FL | 3138691 | 1 truck | Interstate | Not rated |
| 18 mi | Auto Transport Herrera | Tampa, FL | 1539058 | 2 trucks | Within FL | Not rated |
| 18 mi | Hernandez Auto Movers LLC | Seffner, FL | 4533810 | 1 truck | Interstate | Not rated |
| 18 mi | Farmer Auto Transport | Seffner, FL | 913183 | 1 truck | Within FL | Not rated |
| 18 mi | Venero Auto Transport of Tampa LLC | Tampa, FL | 1877485 | 1 truck | Interstate | Not rated |
| 18 mi | Cala Auto Transport LLC | Tampa, FL | 3477921 | 1 truck | Within FL | Not rated |
| 18 mi | Well Carriers Auto Transport | Tampa, FL | 3431892 | 1 truck | Within FL | Not rated |
| 18 mi | N E Where Auto Logistics LLC | Tampa, FL | 3133468 | 1 truck | Within FL | Not rated |
| 18 mi | MNG Auto Transport LLC | Tampa, FL | 9998189 | 1 truck | Interstate | Not rated |
| 19 mi | Riptide Auto Transport | Lakeland, FL | 863415 | 1 truck | Within FL | Not rated |
| 19 mi | Heath Auto Transport Inc | Lakeland, FL | 1023220 | 1 truck | Within FL | Not rated |
| 19 mi | Ose Auto Transport Inc | Lakeland, FL | 2008510 | 1 truck | Within FL | Not rated |
| 20 mi | Knights Auto Transport Corp | Plant City, FL | 1635333 | 1 truck | Interstate | Not rated |
| 21 mi | Super Car Auto Transport Inc | Tampa, FL | 1168213 | 2 trucks | Within FL | Not rated |
| 21 mi | Shepherd's Auto Transport | Tampa, FL | 3206775 | 1 truck | Interstate | Not rated |
| 21 mi | Mega Auto Transporting LLC | Bartow, FL | 4069083 | 1 truck | Within FL | Not rated |
| 21 mi | Yahir Auto Transport Corp | Tampa, FL | 3634110 | 1 truck | Within FL | Not rated |
Shipping a car out of Lithia: the main lanes
Distances from Lithia to the largest metros; measured routes are driving miles, the rest are estimated and marked ≈.
| From Lithia to | Distance | Truck drive time | Household move on this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York City, NY | ≈ 1,172 mi | 3 days | — |
| Los Angeles, CA | ≈ 2,532 mi | 6 days | — |
| Chicago, IL | ≈ 1,191 mi | 3 days | — |
| Dallas, TX | ≈ 1,095 mi | 3 days | — |
| Houston, TX | ≈ 947 mi | 2 days | — |
| Washington, DC | ≈ 958 mi | 2 days | — |
| Miami, FL | ≈ 214 mi | 4 hr | — |
| Philadelphia, PA | ≈ 1,084 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 Lithia
7 of the 41 auto transporters listed here had at least one roadside inspection in the 24 months to September 13, 2026, 20 inspections in all. Inspectors put the vehicle out of service in 2 of 11 vehicle inspections (18.2%), below the 32.4% for listed auto transporters nationally. Drivers were put out of service in 3 of 20 driver inspections (15.0%, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunshine Car Carriers CorpBrandon, FL · USDOT 4078338 | 5 | 0 of 2 | 2 of 5 |
| Img Auto TransportValrico, FL · USDOT 3204038 | 4 | 0 of 3 | 0 of 4 |
| GH Auto Transport LLCRiverview, FL · USDOT 3485786 | 4 | 2 of 4 | 0 of 4 |
| Beeyenm Auto CarrierGibsonton, FL · USDOT 3918880 | 3 | 0 of 1 | 1 of 3 |
| Venero Auto Transport of Tampa LLCTampa, FL · USDOT 1877485 | 2 | none inspected | 0 of 2 |
| Knights Auto Transport CorpPlant City, FL · USDOT 1635333 | 1 | 0 of 1 | 0 of 1 |
FMCSA Safety Measurement System carrier summary, 24-month window. How the comparison is calculated.
Who moves out of Hillsborough County
Lithia is in Hillsborough County, FL. In the Census Bureau's 2016–2020 survey, the county-to-county estimates add up to roughly 32,542 people a year leaving Hillsborough County for another state, most often for Georgia (about 2,296), California (about 2,145) and North Carolina (about 1,942), while about 43,068 (±2,491) 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 Lithia and checking the carrier
A loaded car hauler is about 75 feet long, so on narrow Lithia streets the driver may ask to meet at a wide lot; the 1 carrier 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 Lithia: questions people ask
How many car shipping companies are there in Lithia, FL?
1 FMCSA-registered auto transporter is based in Lithia itself, and 40 more listed carriers work within 30 miles (Plant City, Riverview, Valrico, Brandon, Gibsonton and nearby). All 41 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 Lithia?
By reported fleet, Sunshine Car Carriers Corp in Brandon, FL, with 3 trucks on its filing (USDOT 4078338). 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 Lithia?
We publish no car-shipping price model, so this page prints no figures. The quote is set by the lane (Lithia to New York City, NY is about 1,172 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 Lithia?
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 Lithia done at roadside inspections?
7 of the 41 listed here were inspected in the past 24 months, 20 inspections in all. Vehicles were put out of service in 2 of 11 vehicle inspections (18.2%), 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.