Car Shipping Companies in Washington, MI
1 auto transporter is registered in Washington with the FMCSA, motor vehicles declared as cargo and a fleet on file, and 34 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 Washington to each carrier's ZIP code. No paid placement.
- Based in Washington
- 1
- registered in the city itself
- Within 30 miles
- 34
- more listed carriers
- Interstate authority
- 19
- of 35 may haul across state lines
- Largest fleet nearby
- 15 trucks
- Troy Auto Transport, Troy
In short
1 auto transporter is registered in Washington and 34 more work within 30 miles; 19 of the 35 can haul across state lines. 13 had a roadside inspection in the past 24 months. The largest fleet nearby is Troy Auto Transport's 15 trucks. Most people leaving Macomb County for another state go to Florida (Census).
Auto transporters based in Washington
Ordered by the power units reported on each carrier's MCS-150 filing.
- 1
Tyme Auto Transport Logistics
61494 Barclay Dr, MI 48094
- USDOT
- 3792833
- MC number
- MC1594856 (inactive)
- Fleet
- 4 trucks · 4 drivers
- Registered since
- 2022
Auto transporters within 30 miles of Washington
Nearest first, from Shelby Township, Macomb, Sterling Heights, Clinton Township and nearby.
| Miles | Company | City | USDOT | Fleet | Authority | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 mi | First Class Auto Transportation LLC | Shelby Township, MI | 3842930 | 1 truck | Within MI | Not rated |
| 8 mi | Delta Car Hauling LLC | Macomb, MI | 3702526 | 2 trucks | Interstate | Not rated |
| 8 mi | King Road Auto Transportation LLC | Macomb, MI | 4261567 | 1 truck | Interstate | Not rated |
| 9 mi | JC Auto Transportation | Macomb, MI | 3875965 | 1 truck | Interstate | Not rated |
| 10 mi | Auto Hauler Express | Sterling Heights, MI | 4258736 | 1 truck | Within MI | Not rated |
| 10 mi | Great Lakes Auto Carriers Inc | Sterling Heights, MI | 2273523 | 1 truck | Within MI | Not rated |
| 12 mi | 1st Class Auto Transport | Clinton Township, MI | 1863559 | 1 truck | Within MI | Not rated |
| 12 mi | Rae Auto Transporters | Sterling Heights, MI | 3204760 | 1 truck | Within MI | Not rated |
| 12 mi | Roadrunners Car Hauling | Clinton Township, MI | 1209078 | 1 truck | Within MI | Not rated |
| 13 mi | Troy Auto Transport | Troy, MI | 4003727 | 15 trucks | Interstate | Not rated |
| 13 mi | Time Auto Transportation Inc | Troy, MI | 209378 | 1 truck | Within MI | Not rated |
| 13 mi | Dynasty Auto Transport | Troy, MI | 1634939 | 1 truck | Interstate | Not rated |
| 16 mi | Top Gun Auto Transport Inc | Harrison Township, MI | 2508176 | 1 truck | Within MI | Not rated |
| 17 mi | United One Car Hauling | Roseville, MI | 4402802 | 1 truck | Interstate | Not rated |
| 17 mi | Finishline Auto Transport | Roseville, MI | 2412855 | 1 truck | Within MI | Not rated |
| 17 mi | RK Auto Logistics LLC | Waterford, MI | 4052773 | 1 truck | Interstate | Not rated |
| 18 mi | Motor City Auto Haulers L.L.C. | Clarkston, MI | 6588757 | 4 trucks | Interstate | Not rated |
| 20 mi | Everyware Auto Hauler LLC | Oak Park, MI | 3758145 | 1 truck | Interstate | Not rated |
| 20 mi | Carters Car Transport LLC | Southfield, MI | 4187309 | 1 truck | Within MI | Not rated |
| 21 mi | Intrepid Auto Carriers Inc | Southfield, MI | 1056763 | 1 truck | Interstate | Not rated |
| 22 mi | Detroit Auto Carriers | West Bloomfield, MI | 2528377 | 4 trucks | Interstate | Not rated |
| 23 mi | A&J Auto Transport LLC | Southfiled, MI | 2352109 | 1 truck | Interstate | Not rated |
| 27 mi | Jat | Detroit, MI | 1455127 | 2 trucks | Within MI | Not rated |
| 27 mi | Auto Logistics Solutions Inc | China, MI | 4156804 | 1 truck | Within MI | Not rated |
| 28 mi | C & J Auto Transport LLC | Novi, MI | 3468991 | 2 trucks | Interstate | Not rated |
| 28 mi | BKS Auto Transport | Highland, MI | 1788063 | 1 truck | Within MI | Not rated |
| 28 mi | Top Auto Haulers LLC | Livonia, MI | 4023403 | 1 truck | Within MI | Not rated |
| 29 mi | A & A Auto Transport Inc | Dearborn, MI | 1373492 | 1 truck | Within MI | Not rated |
| 30 mi | T-Car Transport of Michigan LLC | Dearborn, MI | 2546684 | 6 trucks | Interstate | Not rated |
| 30 mi | American Eagle Auto Transport LLC | Dearborn Heights, MI | 3035625 | 2 trucks | Interstate | Not rated |
| 30 mi | Best Deals Auto Transport LLC | Livonia, MI | 3406739 | 1 truck | Interstate | Not rated |
| 30 mi | EZ Car Hauling LLC | Dearborn Heights, MI | 4413537 | 1 truck | Interstate | Not rated |
| 30 mi | Empire Auto Transport LLC | Dearborn Heights, MI | 2987470 | 1 truck | Interstate | Not rated |
| 30 mi | Safeway Auto Transport LLC | Dearborn Heights, MI | 3224052 | 1 truck | Interstate | Not rated |
Shipping a car out of Washington: the main lanes
Distances from Washington to the largest metros; measured routes are driving miles, the rest are estimated and marked ≈.
| From Washington to | Distance | Truck drive time | Household move on this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York City, NY | ≈ 567 mi | 2 days | — |
| Los Angeles, CA | ≈ 2,310 mi | 5 days | — |
| Chicago, IL | ≈ 281 mi | 5 hr | — |
| Dallas, TX | ≈ 1,185 mi | 3 days | — |
| Houston, TX | ≈ 1,313 mi | 3 days | — |
| Washington, DC | ≈ 480 mi | 9 hr | — |
| Miami, FL | ≈ 1,379 mi | 3 days | — |
| Philadelphia, PA | ≈ 527 mi | 10 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 Washington
13 of the 35 auto transporters listed here had at least one roadside inspection in the 24 months to September 13, 2026, 38 inspections in all. Inspectors put the vehicle out of service in 10 of 24 vehicle inspections (41.7%), above the 32.4% for listed auto transporters nationally. Drivers were put out of service in 2 of 38 driver inspections (5.3%, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Safeway Auto Transport LLCDearborn Heights, MI · USDOT 3224052 | 6 | 0 of 3 | 0 of 6 |
| Delta Car Hauling LLCMacomb, MI · USDOT 3702526 | 6 | 3 of 5 | 0 of 6 |
| Troy Auto TransportTroy, MI · USDOT 4003727 | 6 | 0 of 3 | 1 of 6 |
| King Road Auto Transportation LLCMacomb, MI · USDOT 4261567 | 4 | 2 of 3 | 0 of 4 |
| Detroit Auto CarriersWest Bloomfield, MI · USDOT 2528377 | 3 | none inspected | 0 of 3 |
| Tyme Auto Transport LogisticsWashington, MI · USDOT 3792833 | 3 | 2 of 3 | 0 of 3 |
FMCSA Safety Measurement System carrier summary, 24-month window. How the comparison is calculated.
Who moves out of Macomb County
Washington is in Macomb County, MI. In the Census Bureau's 2016–2020 survey, the county-to-county estimates add up to roughly 8,212 people a year leaving Macomb County for another state, most often for Florida (about 1,429), California (about 898) and Ohio (about 645), while about 6,730 (±768) 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 Washington and checking the carrier
A loaded car hauler is about 75 feet long, so on narrow Washington 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 Washington: questions people ask
How many car shipping companies are there in Washington, MI?
1 FMCSA-registered auto transporter is based in Washington itself, and 34 more listed carriers work within 30 miles (Shelby Township, Macomb, Sterling Heights, Clinton Township, Troy and nearby). All 35 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 Washington?
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 Washington?
We publish no car-shipping price model, so this page prints no figures. The quote is set by the lane (Washington to New York City, NY is about 567 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 Washington?
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 Washington done at roadside inspections?
13 of the 35 listed here were inspected in the past 24 months, 38 inspections in all. Vehicles were put out of service in 10 of 24 vehicle inspections (41.7%), 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.