HINTON AUTO TRANSPORT INC
USDOT 1058200 • 555 RED OAK RD, STOCKBRIDGE, GA, 30281
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
Authority & Insurance
Operating authority, insurance filings, and BOC-3 status
Operating Authority
| Authority Type | Docket # | Status | Original Date | Final Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Contract Carrier | MC-440380 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Jan 18, 2023 |
Active Insurance (1)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | A0270887001 | ON FILE | Jan 15, 2025 | Jan 15, 2026 |
Insurance History (18 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | A0238580001 | REPLACED | Jan 15, 2024 | Jan 15, 2025 |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 543418001 | REPLACED | Jan 15, 2023 | Jan 15, 2024 |
| SCOTTSDALE INDEMNITY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | LTI0018506 | CANCELLED | Nov 21, 2022 | Jan 15, 2023 |
| SCOTTSDALE INDEMNITY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | LTI0014991 | CANCELLED | Jan 15, 2020 | Nov 21, 2022 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WN254274 | REPLACED | Jan 15, 2019 | Jan 15, 2020 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WN205615 | CANCELLED | Jan 15, 2017 | Jan 15, 2019 |
| CAROLINA CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 5001999-01 | CANCELLED | Jan 15, 2016 | Jan 15, 2017 |
| CAROLINA CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 5001999 | REPLACED | Jan 15, 2015 | Jan 15, 2016 |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | PIA07030500 | REPLACED | Feb 7, 2012 | Jan 15, 2015 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WN055798 | CANCELLED | Jul 19, 2011 | Feb 7, 2012 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WN007624 | NAME CHANGED | Feb 7, 2010 | Aug 24, 2011 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WN007624 | REPLACED | Feb 7, 2010 | Jul 19, 2011 |
| PROGRESSIVE PREFERRED INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | CA 1847007 | REPLACED | Sep 13, 2004 | Feb 7, 2010 |
| PROGRESSIVE PREFERRED INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | CA 1847007 | REPLACED | Sep 13, 2004 | Sep 13, 2004 |
| PROGRESSIVE PREFERRED INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | CA 1847007-2 | CANCELLED | Sep 13, 2003 | Sep 13, 2004 |
| PROGRESSIVE PREFERRED INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | CA 1847007-1 | CANCELLED | Jul 29, 2003 | Sep 13, 2003 |
| PROGRESSIVE PREFERRED INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | CA 1847007-1 | CANCELLED | Mar 13, 2003 | Jul 29, 2003 |
| PROGRESSIVE PREFERRED INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | CA 1847007-0 | CANCELLED | Sep 13, 2002 | Mar 13, 2003 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/REPL | SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | A0270887001 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 15, 2026 | Jan 15, 2026 |
| TERM/REPL | SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | A0238580001 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 15, 2025 | Jan 15, 2025 |
| TERM/REPL | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | 543418001 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 15, 2024 | Jan 15, 2024 |
| CANCEL | SCOTTSDALE INDEMNITY COMPANY | LTI0018506 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 15, 2023 | Jan 15, 2023 |
| CANCEL | SCOTTSDALE INDEMNITY COMPANY | LTI0014991 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 21, 2022 | Nov 21, 2022 |
| TERM/REPL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WN254274 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 15, 2020 | Jan 15, 2020 |
| CANCEL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WN205615 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 15, 2019 | Jan 15, 2019 |
| CANCEL | CAROLINA CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | 5001999-01 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 15, 2017 | Jan 15, 2017 |
| TERM/REPL | CAROLINA CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | 5001999 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 15, 2016 | Jan 15, 2016 |
| TERM/REPL | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | PIA07030500 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 15, 2015 | Jan 15, 2015 |
| CANCEL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WN055798 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 7, 2012 | Feb 7, 2012 |
| TERM/CANCL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WN007624 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 24, 2011 | Aug 24, 2011 |
| TERM/REPL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WN007624 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 19, 2011 | Jul 19, 2011 |
| TERM/REPL | PROGRESSIVE PREFERRED INSURANCE CO. | CA 1847007 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 7, 2010 | Feb 7, 2010 |
| TERM/REPL | PROGRESSIVE PREFERRED INSURANCE CO. | CA 1847007 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 13, 2004 | Sep 13, 2004 |
| CANCEL | PROGRESSIVE PREFERRED INSURANCE CO. | CA 1847007-2 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 13, 2004 | Sep 13, 2004 |
| CANCEL | PROGRESSIVE PREFERRED INSURANCE CO. | CA 1847007-1 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 13, 2003 | Sep 13, 2003 |
| CANCEL | PROGRESSIVE PREFERRED INSURANCE CO. | CA 1847007-1 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 29, 2003 | Jul 29, 2003 |
| CANCEL | PROGRESSIVE PREFERRED INSURANCE CO. | CA 1847007-0 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 13, 2003 | Mar 13, 2003 |
Authority Revocations
| Authority | Docket | Reason | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| CONTRACT | MC-440380 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
Authority Action History (9 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC440380 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Dec 19, 2022 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 18, 2023 |
| MC440380 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 25, 2022 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 21, 2022 |
| MC440380 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Dec 19, 2018 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 14, 2019 |
| MC440380 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Dec 19, 2016 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 17, 2017 |
| MC440380 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jan 11, 2012 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Feb 7, 2012 |
| MC440380 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jul 22, 2011 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jul 20, 2011 |
| MC440380 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | REINSTATED | Nov 5, 2004 | — | Unknown |
| MC440380 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 9, 2003 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 16, 2003 |
| MC440380 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | GRANTED | Sep 26, 2002 | REVOKED | Sep 20, 2004 |
Safety & Inspections
SMS BASIC scores, inspection history, and out-of-service rates
SMS BASIC Scores
Higher percentile = worse safety performance relative to peers. Scores at or above 75% trigger FMCSA alerts.
Inspection Activity (24 months)
Monthly inspection counts with OOS months highlighted. Hover bars for details.
Inspection Activity Map
3 states • 31 inspections
Violation Summary (37 violations from 31 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 6 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 3 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWG2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLLR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTCD | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS3 | Speeding 11-14 mph over limit | 2 | 0 | 7 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.78A-WS | Windshield condition defective | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95A4-EENA | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - not readily accessible | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LTSI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA3 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.8E-HOSPD | False record of duty status | 1 | 0 | 10 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSLIWR | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.95A4-EEUS | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - unsecured | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSML | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLED | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.17C-PI | No proof of periodic inspection | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.100B-C | Cargo securement - aggregate working load | 1 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.22H4-ELDBRODS | HOS (ELD) - In-Vehicle Information - Failing to have a supply of blank driver's records of duty status graph-grids sufficient to record the driver's duty status a | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWG3 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.24(d) | ELD cannot transfer ELD records electronically | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(3) | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.4(a) | Use of drugs | 1 | 1 | 10 | Controlled Substances/Alcohol |
| FMCSR:392.16(a) | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
Peer Context
This carrier vs national averages. Lower is better for all metrics.
National averages: vehicle OOS 23.4%, driver OOS 6.7%, violations per inspection ~1.8. Based on FMCSA MCSAP program data.
Inspection History (31 inspections)
Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
Most frequent inspection stations
Violations by BASIC category
Recent Crashes
7 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (7 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 12, 2022 | GA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | I-16 MM 141 | ...249967 | HINTON AUTO TRANSPORT INC |
| Feb 18, 2021 | GA | TOW | 0 | 0 | STOCKBRIDGE | MT ZION PKWY / HWY 138 WEST | ...174777 | HINTON AUTO TRANSPORT INC |
| Oct 20, 2020 | GA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Nov 19, 2019 | GA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Sep 20, 2016 | GA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Nov 16, 2011 | GA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Aug 3, 2005 | GA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
Enforcement Actions
1 closed case — FMCSA civil penalties
1 Enforcement Case
| Case Number | Closed Date | Violation Code(s) | Settlement | Subject Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GA-2022-0185-US1798 | Sep 8, 2022 | 382.301(a); 383.37(b); 391.51(b)(2) | $8,310 | Carrier |
Compliance Timeline
28 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 28 events