Car Shipping Companies in Southgate, MI
1 auto transporter is registered in Southgate with the FMCSA, motor vehicles declared as cargo and a fleet on file, and 38 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 Southgate to each carrier's ZIP code. No paid placement.
- Based in Southgate
- 1
- registered in the city itself
- Within 30 miles
- 38
- more listed carriers
- Interstate authority
- 21
- of 39 may haul across state lines
- Largest fleet nearby
- 15 trucks
- Troy Auto Transport, Troy
In short
1 auto transporter is registered in Southgate and 38 more work within 30 miles; 21 of the 39 can haul across state lines. 15 had a roadside inspection in the past 24 months. The largest fleet nearby is Troy Auto Transport's 15 trucks. Most people leaving Wayne County for another state go to Florida (Census).
Auto transporters based in Southgate
Ordered by the power units reported on each carrier's MCS-150 filing.
- 1
Westbay Auto Transport
Legal name: Victory Transportation Solutions LLC
12797 Irene, MI 48195
- USDOT
- 2258568
- MC number
- MC770797 (inactive)
- Fleet
- 1 truck · 1 driver
- Registered since
- 2011
Auto transporters within 30 miles of Southgate
Nearest first, from Lincoln Park, Trenton, Dearborn Heights, Dearborn and nearby.
| Miles | Company | City | USDOT | Fleet | Authority | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 mi | V-Real Auto Transporting | Lincoln Park, MI | 2424513 | 1 truck | Within MI | Not rated |
| 5 mi | Sib's Auto Transport LLC | Trenton, MI | 4352173 | 1 truck | Interstate | Not rated |
| 6 mi | Dan's Auto Transport | Dearborn Heights, MI | 1564103 | 1 truck | Within MI | Not rated |
| 7 mi | T-Car Transport of Michigan LLC | Dearborn, MI | 2546684 | 6 trucks | Interstate | Not rated |
| 7 mi | Premium Auto Transport LLC | Dearborn, MI | 4378906 | 1 truck | Interstate | Not rated |
| 8 mi | J&A Auto Transport LLC | Brownstown, MI | 2479587 | 3 trucks | Within MI | Not rated |
| 9 mi | A & A Auto Transport Inc | Dearborn, MI | 1373492 | 1 truck | Within MI | Not rated |
| 10 mi | American Eagle Auto Transport LLC | Dearborn Heights, MI | 3035625 | 2 trucks | Interstate | Not rated |
| 10 mi | EZ Car Hauling LLC | Dearborn Heights, MI | 4413537 | 1 truck | Interstate | Not rated |
| 10 mi | Empire Auto Transport LLC | Dearborn Heights, MI | 2987470 | 1 truck | Interstate | Not rated |
| 10 mi | Safeway Auto Transport LLC | Dearborn Heights, MI | 3224052 | 1 truck | Interstate | Not rated |
| 11 mi | Doug's Auto Transport Service | Garden City, MI | 1802109 | 1 truck | Within MI | Not rated |
| 13 mi | Jat | Detroit, MI | 1455127 | 2 trucks | Within MI | Not rated |
| 13 mi | Masters Auto Transport II | Westland, MI | 1698981 | 1 truck | Within MI | Not rated |
| 13 mi | Road Runner Auto Transport LLC | Westland, MI | 4321921 | 1 truck | Interstate | Not rated |
| 14 mi | Best Deals Auto Transport LLC | Livonia, MI | 3406739 | 1 truck | Interstate | Not rated |
| 15 mi | Mad Dog Auto Transport LLC | Van Buren Township, MI | 3110005 | 4 trucks | Interstate | Not rated |
| 15 mi | Velocity Auto Transport LLC | Carleton, MI | 3099722 | 2 trucks | Within MI | Not rated |
| 15 mi | Interstate Auto Transport LLC | Belleville, MI | 1778731 | 2 trucks | Interstate | Not rated |
| 15 mi | Paige Auto Transport LLC | Van Buren Township, MI | 3310574 | 1 truck | Interstate | Not rated |
| 16 mi | Chandler Car Carriers of MI LLC | Canton, MI | 506184 | 3 trucks | Within MI | Not rated |
| 16 mi | Top Auto Haulers LLC | Livonia, MI | 4023403 | 1 truck | Within MI | Not rated |
| 18 mi | Intrepid Auto Carriers Inc | Southfield, MI | 1056763 | 1 truck | Interstate | Not rated |
| 18 mi | Everyware Auto Hauler LLC | Oak Park, MI | 3758145 | 1 truck | Interstate | Not rated |
| 18 mi | A&J Auto Transport LLC | Southfiled, MI | 2352109 | 1 truck | Interstate | Not rated |
| 21 mi | Carters Car Transport LLC | Southfield, MI | 4187309 | 1 truck | Within MI | Not rated |
| 22 mi | C & J Auto Transport LLC | Novi, MI | 3468991 | 2 trucks | Interstate | Not rated |
| 22 mi | Bigg Dogs Auto Trans | Ypsilanti, MI | 1492639 | 1 truck | Within MI | Not rated |
| 25 mi | Troy Auto Transport | Troy, MI | 4003727 | 15 trucks | Interstate | Not rated |
| 25 mi | Detroit Auto Carriers | West Bloomfield, MI | 2528377 | 4 trucks | Interstate | Not rated |
| 25 mi | United One Car Hauling | Roseville, MI | 4402802 | 1 truck | Interstate | Not rated |
| 25 mi | Time Auto Transportation Inc | Troy, MI | 209378 | 1 truck | Within MI | Not rated |
| 25 mi | Dynasty Auto Transport | Troy, MI | 1634939 | 1 truck | Interstate | Not rated |
| 25 mi | Finishline Auto Transport | Roseville, MI | 2412855 | 1 truck | Within MI | Not rated |
| 26 mi | JP Auto Transport Inc | Ann Arbor, MI | 2937492 | 3 trucks | Interstate | Not rated |
| 26 mi | Rae Auto Transporters | Sterling Heights, MI | 3204760 | 1 truck | Within MI | Not rated |
| 29 mi | Auto Hauler Express | Sterling Heights, MI | 4258736 | 1 truck | Within MI | Not rated |
| 29 mi | Great Lakes Auto Carriers Inc | Sterling Heights, MI | 2273523 | 1 truck | Within MI | Not rated |
Shipping a car out of Southgate: the main lanes
Distances from Southgate to the largest metros; measured routes are driving miles, the rest are estimated and marked ≈.
| From Southgate to | Distance | Truck drive time | Household move on this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York City, NY | ≈ 568 mi | 2 days | — |
| Los Angeles, CA | ≈ 2,297 mi | 5 days | — |
| Chicago, IL | ≈ 266 mi | 5 hr | — |
| Dallas, TX | ≈ 1,151 mi | 3 days | — |
| Houston, TX | ≈ 1,275 mi | 3 days | — |
| Washington, DC | ≈ 462 mi | 8 hr | — |
| Miami, FL | ≈ 1,339 mi | 3 days | — |
| Philadelphia, PA | ≈ 521 mi | 9 hr | — |
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 Southgate
15 of the 39 auto transporters listed here had at least one roadside inspection in the 24 months to September 13, 2026, 56 inspections in all. Inspectors put the vehicle out of service in 7 of 30 vehicle inspections (23.3%), below the 32.4% for listed auto transporters nationally. Drivers were put out of service in 8 of 56 driver inspections (14.3%, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| JP Auto Transport IncAnn Arbor, MI · USDOT 2937492 | 11 | 1 of 6 | 2 of 11 |
| Velocity Auto Transport LLCCarleton, MI · USDOT 3099722 | 8 | 1 of 4 | 2 of 8 |
| Safeway Auto Transport LLCDearborn Heights, MI · USDOT 3224052 | 6 | 0 of 3 | 0 of 6 |
| Troy Auto TransportTroy, MI · USDOT 4003727 | 6 | 0 of 3 | 1 of 6 |
| Mad Dog Auto Transport LLCVan Buren Township, MI · USDOT 3110005 | 4 | 0 of 3 | 2 of 4 |
| Road Runner Auto Transport LLCWestland, MI · USDOT 4321921 | 4 | 0 of 1 | 0 of 4 |
FMCSA Safety Measurement System carrier summary, 24-month window. How the comparison is calculated.
Who moves out of Wayne County
Southgate is in Wayne County, MI. In the Census Bureau's 2016–2020 survey, the county-to-county estimates add up to roughly 22,510 people a year leaving Wayne County for another state, most often for Florida (about 4,044), Ohio (about 2,460) and Texas (about 1,288), while about 18,507 (±1,565) 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 Southgate and checking the carrier
A loaded car hauler is about 75 feet long, so on narrow Southgate 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 Michigan
89 listed auto transporters are based in Michigan; the state page ranks them all.
Car shipping in Southgate: questions people ask
How many car shipping companies are there in Southgate, MI?
1 FMCSA-registered auto transporter is based in Southgate itself, and 38 more listed carriers work within 30 miles (Lincoln Park, Trenton, Dearborn Heights, Dearborn, Brownstown and nearby). All 39 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 Southgate?
By reported fleet, Troy Auto Transport in Troy, MI, with 15 trucks on its filing (USDOT 4003727). 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 Southgate?
We publish no car-shipping price model, so this page prints no figures. The quote is set by the lane (Southgate to New York City, NY is about 568 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 Southgate?
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 Southgate done at roadside inspections?
15 of the 39 listed here were inspected in the past 24 months, 56 inspections in all. Vehicles were put out of service in 7 of 30 vehicle inspections (23.3%), 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.