Confirm transportation authority

ATV transportation companies are required to be licensed with the US Department of Transportation. Safersys.org is an effective way to check on the carrier’s authority. At this website you can verify your carrier’s licenses by looking up their USDOT or MC numbers. It is also important to ensure that the carrier’s company is legally authorized to transport All Terrain Vehicles.

Verify insurance coverage

Most ATV transporters will offer a minimum amount of insurance coverage. It’s a good idea to check with the company and ask them for a certificate of their insurance. By looking at the certificate, you’ll be able to find important contact information for the carriers’ insurance company as well as details of the carriers’ policy. You can also find this information at Safersys.org through the Department of Transportation.

Ask about tracking capabilities

Look for companies that offer tracking capabilities on your shipment. A number of ATV transporters will allow you to track your shipment through their website with a tracking or confirmation number. Some companies only offer tracking through telephone, but there are a number of companies that offer the service by internet. It’s a good comfort to know you can check on your shipment at any time.

Check on References

A lot of the time companies will offer a references page that will give you feedback on other customer’s experiences. Remember that shipping an ATV is different than shipping other vehicles, so it’s important that when you do your research you are being specific to customer references on ATV shipments.

It's also a good idea to ask around. If there’s anyone you know who has had experience shipping their own ATVs, they may be able to recommend a qualified carrier.

By taking the time to research your ATV carrier, you will be able to choose a qualified, experienced transporter. This will give you peace of mind when shipping your ATV, because you know you can trust your transporter to do the job well.