Car Shipping Companies in Hammond, IN
1 auto transporter is registered in Hammond 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 Hammond to each carrier's ZIP code. No paid placement.
- Based in Hammond
- 1
- registered in the city itself
- Within 30 miles
- 40
- more listed carriers
- Interstate authority
- 33
- of 41 may haul across state lines
- Largest fleet nearby
- 300 trucks
- Crown Auto Carriers Inc, Highland
In short
1 auto transporter is registered in Hammond and 40 more work within 30 miles; 33 of the 41 can haul across state lines. 20 had a roadside inspection in the past 24 months. The largest fleet nearby is Crown Auto Carriers Inc's 300 trucks. Most people leaving Lake County for another state go to Illinois (Census).
Auto transporters based in Hammond
Ordered by the power units reported on each carrier's MCS-150 filing.
- 1
Grateful Auto Transport
IN 46320
- USDOT
- 2566670
- MC number
- MC896391
- Fleet
- 4 trucks · 5 drivers
- Registered since
- 2014
Auto transporters within 30 miles of Hammond
Nearest first, from Lansing, Highland, South Holland, Glenwood and nearby.
| Miles | Company | City | USDOT | Fleet | Authority | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 mi | Towing and Car Hauling | Lansing, IL | 4411685 | 4 drivers | Interstate | Not rated |
| 5 mi | Crown Auto Carriers Inc | Highland, IN | 3479368 | 300 trucks | Interstate | Not rated |
| 5 mi | People Proz Auto Hauler LLC | South Holland, IL | 3774405 | 2 trucks | Interstate | Not rated |
| 7 mi | Brokers Choice Auto Transport Inc | Glenwood, IL | 4255111 | 2 trucks | Interstate | Not rated |
| 8 mi | Cle Auto Transport | Lynwood, IL | 3873247 | 1 truck | Interstate | Not rated |
| 8 mi | MSC Car Haul LLC | Phoenix, IL | 3470841 | 1 truck | Within IL | Not rated |
| 10 mi | Windy City Auto Transportation LLC | Hazel Crest, IL | 4367050 | 2 drivers | Interstate | Not rated |
| 11 mi | Lanagan Auto Transport LLC | Chicago, IL | 2444127 | 1 truck | Within IL | Not rated |
| 12 mi | Ambassador Auto Transport LLC | Merrillville, IN | 2565022 | 16 trucks | Interstate | Not rated |
| 12 mi | Protech Auto Transport Inc | Steger, IL | 3794438 | 5 trucks | Interstate | Not rated |
| 12 mi | Mitchell's Auto Transport | Chicago, IL | 3029922 | 2 trucks | Interstate | Not rated |
| 12 mi | C L R Auto Transport Corp | Merrillville, IN | 625842 | 1 truck | Interstate | Not rated |
| 12 mi | Spinning Wheels Auto Transport Inc | Merriville, IN | 2907677 | 1 truck | Interstate | Not rated |
| 12 mi | T-Rex Auto Transport | Chicago, IL | 4434408 | 1 truck | Interstate | Not rated |
| 12 mi | K&J Car Hauling LLC | Chicago, IL | 3913938 | 1 truck | Within IL | Not rated |
| 13 mi | JCM Auto Transport LLC | Alsip, IL | 4608582 | 4 trucks | Interstate | Not rated |
| 13 mi | Quick Auto Transport LLC | Alsip, IL | 4409946 | 3 trucks | Interstate | Not rated |
| 13 mi | Quick Auto Transport LLC | Alsip, IL | 3662310 | 2 trucks | Interstate | Not rated |
| 13 mi | Falcon Auto Transport Inc | Oak Forest, IL | 3052213 | 1 truck | Interstate | Not rated |
| 13 mi | Ade Bouss Auto Transport LLC | Crete, IL | 4196377 | 1 truck | Within IL | Not rated |
| 13 mi | Rapid Auto Transport LLC | Oak Forest, IL | 3082316 | 1 truck | Interstate | Not rated |
| 14 mi | Ampm Car Transport Inc | Chicago, IL | 544212 | 2 trucks | Interstate | Not rated |
| 14 mi | Car Transport | Chicago, IL | 1709167 | 2 trucks | Within IL | Not rated |
| 15 mi | Golden Royal Auto Transport Inc | Oak Lawn, IL | 3369038 | 4 trucks | Within IL | Not rated |
| 15 mi | Chris Auto Transport Inc | Oak Lawn, IL | 2969621 | 1 truck | Interstate | Not rated |
| 15 mi | Elite Auto Haulers LLC | Richton Park, IL | 3064714 | 1 truck | Interstate | Not rated |
| 15 mi | Am Auto Trans Inc | Oak Lawn, IL | 3844297 | 1 truck | Interstate | Not rated |
| 15 mi | Wild Bills Auto Transport and Recovery | Oak Lawn, IL | 4053110 | 1 truck | Interstate | Not rated |
| 15 mi | Q Car Transport Inc | Oak Lawn, IL | 3964299 | 1 truck | Interstate | Not rated |
| 15 mi | Knightryder Auto Transport Inc | Chicago, IL | 2416619 | 1 truck | Within IL | Not rated |
| 16 mi | Sam Auto Transportation | Chicago Ridge, IL | 3170737 | 1 truck | Within IL | Not rated |
| 16 mi | Fofo's Auto Transport Inc | Chicago Ridge, IL | 3759934 | 1 truck | Interstate | Not rated |
| 17 mi | Dajani Auto Haulers Inc | Burbank, IL | 3087333 | 3 trucks | Interstate | Not rated |
| 17 mi | R & M Car Transport Inc | Burbank, IL | 3553446 | 2 trucks | Interstate | Not rated |
| 17 mi | J & R Auto Transport LLC | Crown Point, IN | 3551178 | 2 trucks | Interstate | Not rated |
| 17 mi | Petra Auto Transport Inc | Tinley Park, IL | 3281825 | 1 truck | Interstate | Not rated |
| 17 mi | Flash Auto Haulers Inc | Burbank, IL | 3327976 | 1 truck | Interstate | Not rated |
| 18 mi | SL Auto Transport Inc | Bridgeview, IL | 3287832 | 3 trucks | Interstate | Not rated |
| 18 mi | R&R Autohaul LLC | Palos Hills, IL | 4408691 | 1 truck | Interstate | Not rated |
| 18 mi | Global Auto Transport Inc | Palos Hills, IL | 3125757 | 1 truck | Interstate | Not rated |
Shipping a car out of Hammond: the main lanes
Distances from Hammond to the largest metros; measured routes are driving miles, the rest are estimated and marked ≈.
| From Hammond to | Distance | Truck drive time | Household move on this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York City, NY | ≈ 821 mi | 2 days | — |
| Los Angeles, CA | ≈ 2,036 mi | 5 days | — |
| Dallas, TX | ≈ 928 mi | 2 days | — |
| Houston, TX | ≈ 1,084 mi | 3 days | — |
| Washington, DC | ≈ 679 mi | 2 days | — |
| Miami, FL | ≈ 1,365 mi | 3 days | — |
| Philadelphia, PA | ≈ 763 mi | 2 days | — |
| Atlanta, GA | ≈ 663 mi | 2 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 Hammond
20 of the 41 auto transporters listed here had at least one roadside inspection in the 24 months to September 13, 2026, 333 inspections in all. Inspectors put the vehicle out of service in 46 of 174 vehicle inspections (26.4%), below the 32.4% for listed auto transporters nationally. Drivers were put out of service in 20 of 327 driver inspections (6.1%, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crown Auto Carriers IncHighland, IN · USDOT 3479368 | 252 | 24 of 122 | 9 of 251 |
| Protech Auto Transport IncSteger, IL · USDOT 3794438 | 27 | 8 of 20 | 4 of 27 |
| Ambassador Auto Transport LLCMerrillville, IN · USDOT 2565022 | 9 | 5 of 8 | 0 of 4 |
| Grateful Auto TransportHammond, IN · USDOT 2566670 | 8 | 1 of 3 | 0 of 8 |
| R&R Autohaul LLCPalos Hills, IL · USDOT 4408691 | 6 | 1 of 4 | 1 of 6 |
| Rapid Auto Transport LLCOak Forest, IL · USDOT 3082316 | 3 | 1 of 3 | 0 of 3 |
FMCSA Safety Measurement System carrier summary, 24-month window. How the comparison is calculated.
Who moves out of Lake County
Hammond is in Lake County, IN. In the Census Bureau's 2016–2020 survey, the county-to-county estimates add up to roughly 13,696 people a year leaving Lake County for another state, most often for Illinois (about 4,747), Texas (about 1,039) and Alabama (about 984), while about 15,570 (±1,802) 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 Hammond and checking the carrier
A loaded car hauler is about 75 feet long, so on narrow Hammond 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 Indiana
55 listed auto transporters are based in Indiana; the state page ranks them all.
Car shipping in Hammond: questions people ask
How many car shipping companies are there in Hammond, IN?
1 FMCSA-registered auto transporter is based in Hammond itself, and 40 more listed carriers work within 30 miles (Lansing, Highland, South Holland, Glenwood, Lynwood 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 Hammond?
By reported fleet, Crown Auto Carriers Inc in Highland, IN, with 300 trucks on its filing (USDOT 3479368). 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 Hammond?
We publish no car-shipping price model, so this page prints no figures. The quote is set by the lane (Hammond to New York City, NY is about 821 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 Hammond?
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 Hammond done at roadside inspections?
20 of the 41 listed here were inspected in the past 24 months, 333 inspections in all. Vehicles were put out of service in 46 of 174 vehicle inspections (26.4%), 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.