Car Shipping Companies in Nokomis, FL
1 auto transporter is registered in Nokomis with the FMCSA, motor vehicles declared as cargo and a fleet on file, and 28 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 Nokomis to each carrier's ZIP code. No paid placement.
- Based in Nokomis
- 1
- registered in the city itself
- Within 30 miles
- 28
- more listed carriers
- Interstate authority
- 9
- of 29 may haul across state lines
- Largest fleet nearby
- 40 trucks
- GMW Auto Transport LLC, Bradenton
In short
1 auto transporter is registered in Nokomis and 28 more work within 30 miles; 9 of the 29 can haul across state lines. 9 had a roadside inspection in the past 24 months. The largest fleet nearby is GMW Auto Transport LLC's 40 trucks. Most people leaving Sarasota County for another state go to Georgia (Census).
Auto transporters based in Nokomis
Ordered by the power units reported on each carrier's MCS-150 filing.
- 1
R & J Auto Transport Inc
144 Laurel Oaks Rd, FL 34275
- USDOT
- 1022059
- MC number
- —
- Fleet
- 4 trucks · 2 drivers
- Registered since
- 2002
Auto transporters within 30 miles of Nokomis
Nearest first, from Venice, Sarasota, Englewood, Port Charlotte and nearby.
| Miles | Company | City | USDOT | Fleet | Authority | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 mi | M & A Auto Shipping Inc | Venice, FL | 2484061 | 2 trucks | Interstate | Not rated |
| 4 mi | Venice Auto Transport Inc | Venice, FL | 2283714 | 1 truck | Within FL | Not rated |
| 7 mi | Gulfcoast Auto Shipping Inc | Sarasota, FL | 2547061 | 2 trucks | Interstate | Not rated |
| 7 mi | Bwi Auto Transport | Sarasota, FL | 1939626 | 1 truck | Interstate | Not rated |
| 12 mi | Smith Auto Transport | Sarasota, FL | 1695852 | 1 truck | Within FL | Not rated |
| 13 mi | Always First Auto Transport | Englewood, FL | 2160901 | 1 truck | Within FL | Not rated |
| 15 mi | Jacob's Auto Transport | Sarasota, FL | 3221448 | 1 truck | Within FL | Not rated |
| 15 mi | A&A Auto Transport | Sarasota, FL | 3487668 | 1 truck | Within FL | Not rated |
| 17 mi | RK Auto Transport LLC | Englewood, FL | 3084085 | 1 truck | Within FL | Not rated |
| 17 mi | Deals on Wheels Auto Carrier LLC | Port Charlotte, FL | 4238793 | 1 truck | Interstate | Not rated |
| 18 mi | LSG Auto Transport LLC | Sarasota, FL | 3014042 | 1 truck | Within FL | Not rated |
| 20 mi | Elite Auto Transport LLC | North Port, FL | 1809581 | 1 truck | Within FL | Not rated |
| 20 mi | Coral Reef Auto Transport Inc | North Port, FL | 1003615 | 1 truck | Within FL | Not rated |
| 20 mi | Morganite Auto Transport LLC | North Port, FL | 3775631 | 1 truck | Interstate | Not rated |
| 20 mi | Hot Wheels Auto Transport | Port Charlotte, FL | 1720423 | 1 truck | Within FL | Not rated |
| 21 mi | Yg Auto Transport Inc | Bradenton, FL | 3509839 | 1 truck | Within FL | Not rated |
| 21 mi | Southern Auto Transport Services Inc | Lakewood Ranch, FL | 780051 | 1 truck | Interstate | Satisfactory |
| 21 mi | Sierra Auto Logistics LLC | Bradenton, FL | 3977962 | 1 truck | Within FL | Not rated |
| 23 mi | GMW Auto Transport LLC | Bradenton, FL | 3097810 | 40 trucks | Interstate | Not rated |
| 23 mi | Florida State Auto Transport LLC | Point Charlotte, FL | 3165329 | 1 truck | Within FL | Not rated |
| 23 mi | Florida Keys Auto Transport | Port Charlotte, FL | 4120018 | 1 truck | Within FL | Not rated |
| 23 mi | Be Safe Auto Transport Inc | Port Charlotte, FL | 4232586 | 0 trucks | Within FL | Not rated |
| 25 mi | Eagle Auto Transport Carrier LLC | Bradenton, FL | 2517456 | 1 truck | Within FL | Not rated |
| 25 mi | Florida Auto Transport | Bradenton, FL | 1729100 | 1 truck | Within FL | Not rated |
| 26 mi | D and S Auto Transport LLC | Port Charlotte, FL | 3981870 | 2 trucks | Interstate | Not rated |
| 26 mi | JG Fast and Reliable Auto Transport LLC | Port Charlotte, FL | 4143132 | 1 truck | Interstate | Not rated |
| 27 mi | State Vehicle Transport LLC | Punta Gorda, FL | 3087753 | 1 truck | Within FL | Not rated |
| 29 mi | Murphy Auto Transport LLC | Arcadia, FL | 2578348 | 1 truck | Within FL | Not rated |
Shipping a car out of Nokomis: the main lanes
Distances from Nokomis to the largest metros; measured routes are driving miles, the rest are estimated and marked ≈.
| From Nokomis to | Distance | Truck drive time | Household move on this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York City, NY | ≈ 1,227 mi | 3 days | — |
| Los Angeles, CA | ≈ 2,532 mi | 6 days | — |
| Chicago, IL | ≈ 1,235 mi | 3 days | — |
| Dallas, TX | ≈ 1,100 mi | 3 days | — |
| Houston, TX | ≈ 940 mi | 2 days | — |
| Washington, DC | ≈ 1,013 mi | 3 days | — |
| Miami, FL | ≈ 195 mi | 4 hr | — |
| Philadelphia, PA | ≈ 1,140 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 Nokomis
9 of the 29 auto transporters listed here had at least one roadside inspection in the 24 months to September 13, 2026, 108 inspections in all. Inspectors put the vehicle out of service in 18 of 47 vehicle inspections (38.3%), above the 32.4% for listed auto transporters nationally. Drivers were put out of service in 14 of 108 driver inspections (13.0%, against 10.3%). 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| GMW Auto Transport LLCBradenton, FL · USDOT 3097810 | 76 | 8 of 29 | 10 of 76 |
| D and S Auto Transport LLCPort Charlotte, FL · USDOT 3981870 | 8 | 4 of 7 | 2 of 8 |
| Southern Auto Transport Services IncLakewood Ranch, FL · USDOT 780051 | 8 | 3 of 4 | 1 of 8 |
| JG Fast and Reliable Auto Transport LLCPort Charlotte, FL · USDOT 4143132 | 6 | 2 of 4 | 0 of 6 |
| M & A Auto Shipping IncVenice, FL · USDOT 2484061 | 3 | none inspected | 0 of 3 |
| Gulfcoast Auto Shipping IncSarasota, FL · USDOT 2547061 | 3 | 0 of 1 | 0 of 3 |
FMCSA Safety Measurement System carrier summary, 24-month window. How the comparison is calculated.
Who moves out of Sarasota County
Nokomis is in Sarasota County, FL. In the Census Bureau's 2016–2020 survey, the county-to-county estimates add up to roughly 9,486 people a year leaving Sarasota County for another state, most often for Georgia (about 1,238), Indiana (about 802) and Pennsylvania (about 506), while about 20,075 (±1,735) 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 Nokomis and checking the carrier
A loaded car hauler is about 75 feet long, so on narrow Nokomis 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 Nokomis: questions people ask
How many car shipping companies are there in Nokomis, FL?
1 FMCSA-registered auto transporter is based in Nokomis itself, and 28 more listed carriers work within 30 miles (Venice, Sarasota, Englewood, Port Charlotte, North Port and nearby). All 29 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 Nokomis?
By reported fleet, GMW Auto Transport LLC in Bradenton, FL, with 40 trucks on its filing (USDOT 3097810). 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 Nokomis?
We publish no car-shipping price model, so this page prints no figures. The quote is set by the lane (Nokomis to New York City, NY is about 1,227 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 Nokomis?
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 Nokomis done at roadside inspections?
9 of the 29 listed here were inspected in the past 24 months, 108 inspections in all. Vehicles were put out of service in 18 of 47 vehicle inspections (38.3%), 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.