- No active BIPD/Primary insurance on file — uninsured for 68 days (since Mar 11, 2026). A carrier without active primary liability coverage cannot legally operate.
SUNSHINE AUTO TRANSPORTATION CORP
SUNSHINE AUTO TRANSPORTATION CORP is a motor carrier based in MIAMI, FL, registered with the FMCSA under USDOT 2457924. The carrier is currently active in FMCSA's records, and has not yet received a formal FMCSA safety rating. MCS-150 self-reporting puts the fleet at 4 power units and 5 drivers, with 8 roadside inspections on file. Use this page to verify the carrier's authority and insurance, review its inspection and crash history, and cross-reference live data on FMCSA SAFER before booking a load or onboarding a partner.
Carrier is unrated
FMCSA has not assigned this carrier a formal safety rating. Most carriers are unrated until they undergo a compliance review — being unrated is not, by itself, a red flag, but it does mean federal investigators have not formally evaluated the carrier's safety management practices. Use the inspection history and BASIC scores below to assess on-road performance.
SUNSHINE AUTO TRANSPORTATION CORP is a small fleet, operating 4 power units and 5 drivers, based in Miami, FL. Across 4 roadside inspections in the last 24 months, the fleet recorded a 25.0% out-of-service rate, with no reportable crashes on file. The carrier currently has no active BIPD/Primary coverage on file, and operating authority is active for common.
Active filings
Safety Snapshot
4 roadside inspections over the last 24 months, roughly flat versus the prior 24 months, concentrated in IA (2) and TX (1), with Level 2 inspections the most common.
25.0% out-of-service rate; led by Vehicle Maintenance (80.0% of violations); top code 396.17C (No proof of periodic inspection) cited 2 times.
The fleet comprises 4 power units (small fleet) and 5 drivers; Peterbilt, Coin, and Cott are the most-inspected makes.
Compliance
Risk Signals
Out-of-Service rate vs same-size peers FMCSA roadside inspections, % placed out-of-service
Compared against 179,652 ACTIVE carriers operating 2–6 power units (±50% of this carrier's 4 unit fleet).
Historical coverage gap detected (1)
- No active BIPD/Primary insurance from Jan 1, 2022 to Jan 11, 2022 (10 days)
Inspection Analytics Monthly activity · BASIC mix · state map
Monthly Inspection Activity (24 months)
Violations by BASIC Category
Activity by State
| State | Inspections | OOS | OOS % | Last Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iowa (IA) | 2 | 0 | 0.0% | Jan 12, 2026 |
| South Carolina (SC) | 1 | 1 | 100.0% | Feb 25, 2026 |
| Texas (TX) | 1 | 0 | 0.0% | Jul 22, 2024 |
Vehicle Fleet Top makes and models observed in roadside inspections
| Make | Model | Inspections |
|---|---|---|
| Peterbilt | 8 | |
| Coin | 1 | |
| Cott | 1 | |
| Cottrell | 1 | |
| Cottrell T | 1 | |
| Ctrl | 1 | |
| Other | 1 | |
| Trailer | 1 |
SMS BASIC Scores FMCSA Safety Measurement System per-BASIC scores
SMS data not available
FMCSA's Safety Measurement System has not published per-BASIC scores for this carrier yet. This typically means the carrier doesn't meet minimum exposure thresholds (inspections/power units), or their SMS snapshot hasn't been ingested.
Recent Inspections (8 rows) View all 8 →
| Inspection # | Date ▼ | State | Level | Station | Vehicle | Violations | Top Codes | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 87173320 | Feb 25, 2026 | SC | 2 | SAINT GEORGE SC |
PETERBILT TRUCK TRACTOR
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10 | 393.207A-STBW, 395.8E-HOSPDOOS, 392.9A2-C | Yes |
| 86776853 | Jan 12, 2026 | IA | 2 | ia-37---i29-sb-mm-132-salix |
PTRB TRUCK TRACTOR
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4 | 396.17C, 393.9, 392.2-SLLIFTA | No |
| 82194091 | Jul 22, 2024 | TX | 2 | tx-sh-0183-in-dallas-co.-(586-596 |
PTRB OTHER
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3 | 393.78, 393.45(d), 396.3(a)(1) | No |
| 81923612 | Jun 19, 2024 | IA | 3 | — |
PTRB TRUCK TRACTOR
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3 | 396.17(c), 392.2 | No |
| 81309292 | Apr 8, 2024 | OH | 3 | ROADSIDE |
PTRB TRUCK TRACTOR
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1 | 392.2 | No |
| 80906711 | Feb 15, 2024 | TX | 1 | tx-lat:27---10-57.3n |
PTRB TRUCK TRACTOR
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17 | 396.3(a)(1), 393.45, 393.9(a) | Yes |
| 80239206 | Nov 24, 2023 | IL | 2 | il-033---williamsville---i-55-s/b |
PTRB TRUCK TRACTOR
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1 | 392.2 | No |
| 79797390 | Sep 29, 2023 | PA | 3 | ON LANCASTER PIKE W AT ITS INT |
PTRB TRUCK TRACTOR
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3 | 392.2, 395.8(f)(1) | No |
Recent Crashes (2 rows)
| Report # | Date ▼ | State | Fatalities | Injuries | Tow | Hazmat | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OH0186146797 | Sep 15, 2018 | OH | 0 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Tow |
| FL8541753706 | Nov 17, 2016 | FL | 0 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Tow |
Authority Records (1 docket)
MC Certificate Documents (2 PDFs)
Operating-authority certificates and decision notices filed with FMCSA. Each PDF is the original 2-page daily record. Click a row to view or download.
| Date | Docket | Action | Authority | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 18, 2022 | MC848935-C | REI | REINSTATEMENT | View PDF → |
| Jan 29, 2014 | MC848935-C | CPL | CERTIFICATE | View PDF → |
Insurance Coverage Timeline (16 rows)
Every insurance policy on file, newest effective date first. Amber rows mark BIPD/Primary coverage gaps.
| Insurer | Policy # | Type | Effective | Cancel | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | CT5110491581 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 18, 2024 | Mar 11, 2026 | CANCELLED |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | CT5110491581 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 18, 2024 | Feb 6, 2026 | REPLACED |
| INDEMNITY INSURANCE CO. OF NORTH AMERICA | MMT H25549090 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 11, 2022 | Jan 18, 2024 | CANCELLED |
| Coverage gap — 10 days without BIPD/Primary coverage from Jan 1, 2022 to Jan 11, 2022 | |||||
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | 57284001 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 1, 2021 | Jan 1, 2022 | CANCELLED |
| NATIONAL TRANSPORTATION INSURANCE CO RRG, LLC | MDX-20-155881-00 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 1, 2020 | Jan 1, 2021 | REPLACED |
| NATIONAL TRANSPORTATION INSURANCE CO RRG, LLC | MDX-20-155881-00 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 1, 2020 | Jan 15, 2021 | CANCELLED |
| NATIONAL TRANSPORTATION INSURANCE CO RRG, LLC | MDX-20-155881-00 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 1, 2020 | Jan 1, 2020 | REPLACED |
| NATIONAL TRANSPORTATION INSURANCE CO RRG, LLC | MDX-20-155881-00 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 1, 2020 | Feb 7, 2020 | CANCELLED |
| NATIONAL TRANSPORTATION INSURANCE CO RRG, LLC | MDX-19-136730-00 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 23, 2019 | Jan 1, 2020 | REPLACED |
| STATE NATIONALSPECIALTY INSCO/NATIONAL SPECIA | WESFL424165-00 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 5, 2018 | Jan 23, 2019 | CANCELLED |
| STATE NATIONALSPECIALTY INSCO/NATIONAL SPECIA | WESFL424165-00 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 23, 2018 | Oct 5, 2018 | REPLACED |
| STATE NATIONALSPECIALTY INSCO/NATIONAL SPECIA | WESFL318006-00 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 23, 2017 | Jan 23, 2018 | CANCELLED |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | PIA08366401 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 23, 2016 | Jan 23, 2017 | REPLACED |
| NATIONAL INDEMNITY COMPANY OF THE SOUTH | 74TRS042768 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 23, 2015 | Jan 23, 2016 | CANCELLED |
| CASTLEPOINT FLORIDA INSURANCE COMPANY | BAPBY0772114 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 23, 2014 | Jan 23, 2015 | CANCELLED |
Compliance Timeline Merged authority / insurance / enforcement events
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Mar 11, 2026insuranceTERM/CANCL — CANAL INSURANCE CO.
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Feb 6, 2026insuranceTERM/REPL — CANAL INSURANCE CO.
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Jan 22, 2024
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Jan 18, 2024insuranceCANCEL — INDEMNITY INSURANCE CO. OF NORTH AMERICA
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Jan 18, 2022
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Jan 10, 2022
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Jan 10, 2022authorityAuthority revoked — INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION
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Jan 1, 2022insuranceCANCEL — CANAL INSURANCE CO.
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Jan 1, 2022insurance gapCoverage gap: 10 days without BIPD/Primary insurance (through Jan 11, 2022)
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Jan 15, 2021insuranceTERM/CANCL — NATIONAL TRANSPORTATION INSURANCE CO RRG, LLC
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Jan 5, 2021
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Jan 1, 2021insuranceTERM/REPL — NATIONAL TRANSPORTATION INSURANCE CO RRG, LLC
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Feb 7, 2020insuranceTERM/CANCL — NATIONAL TRANSPORTATION INSURANCE CO RRG, LLC
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Jan 1, 2020insuranceTERM/REPL — NATIONAL TRANSPORTATION INSURANCE CO RRG, LLC
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Jan 1, 2020insuranceTERM/REPL — NATIONAL TRANSPORTATION INSURANCE CO RRG, LLC
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Jan 24, 2019
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Jan 23, 2019insuranceCANCEL — STATE NATIONALSPECIALTY INSCO/NATIONAL SPECIA
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Oct 5, 2018insuranceTERM/REPL — STATE NATIONALSPECIALTY INSCO/NATIONAL SPECIA
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Jan 24, 2018
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Jan 23, 2018insuranceCANCEL — STATE NATIONALSPECIALTY INSCO/NATIONAL SPECIA
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Jan 23, 2017insuranceTERM/REPL — CANAL INSURANCE CO.
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Jan 26, 2016
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Jan 23, 2016insuranceCANCEL — NATIONAL INDEMNITY COMPANY OF THE SOUTH
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Jan 23, 2015insuranceCANCEL — CASTLEPOINT FLORIDA INSURANCE COMPANY
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Jan 22, 2015
Top Stations & Violation Codes Where this carrier gets inspected and what they get cited for
Most-Inspected Stations
| Station | State | Inspections | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|
| ROADSIDE | OH | 1 | 0 |
| ON LANCASTER PIKE W AT ITS INT | PA | 1 | 0 |
| SAINT GEORGE SC | SC | 1 | 1 |
Top Violation Codes Cited
| Code | Description | Category | Cited | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | Unsafe Driving | 8 | 0 |
| 396.17(c) | No proof of periodic inspection | Vehicle Maintenance | 4 | 0 |
| 393.47(e) | Slack adjuster defective | Vehicle Maintenance | 3 | 0 |
| 393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | Vehicle Maintenance | 3 | 0 |
| 396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | Vehicle Maintenance | 3 | 1 |
| 393.43 | Brake - relay emergency valve | Vehicle Maintenance | 1 | 0 |
| 393.45 | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | Vehicle Maintenance | 1 | 1 |
| 393.45(d) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | Vehicle Maintenance | 1 | 0 |
| 393.53(b) | Steering system components worn | Vehicle Maintenance | 1 | 0 |
| 393.78 | Windshield condition defective | Vehicle Maintenance | 1 | 0 |
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Docket MC848935
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CANAL INSURANCE CO.
BIPD/Primary policy on file
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INDEMNITY INSURANCE CO. OF NORTH AMERICA
BIPD/Primary policy on file
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NATIONAL TRANSPORTATION INSURANCE CO RRG, LLC
BIPD/Primary policy on file
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STATE NATIONALSPECIALTY INSCO/NATIONAL SPECIA
BIPD/Primary policy on file
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NATIONAL INDEMNITY COMPANY OF THE SOUTH
BIPD/Primary policy on file
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CASTLEPOINT FLORIDA INSURANCE COMPANY
BIPD/Primary policy on file
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PROCESS AGENT SERVICE COMPANY, INC.
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8 inspections
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2 reportable crashes
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How to verify SUNSHINE AUTO TRANSPORTATION CORP
- Verify USDOT and MC numbers match the carrier's documents. Compare the USDOT number and MC docket on this page to the numbers on the carrier's invoice, rate confirmation, or load-board listing. A mismatch between the carrier's claimed numbers and the registered legal name is the single most common red flag.
- Check active operating authority and insurance status. Confirm the Authority Records show at least one ACTIVE docket for the type of operation you're booking, and that the Active Insurance card lists a current BIPD/Primary policy. A revoked authority or uninsured carrier cannot legally operate.
- Review safety rating and SMS BASIC scores. Check the carrier's FMCSA safety rating (if any) and the SMS BASIC table. A high percentile in any BASIC category — especially Unsafe Driving, HOS, or Vehicle Maintenance — is worth investigating before tendering a load.
- Examine inspection and crash history. Open the Inspection History and Crash History subpages for the full record. Look for patterns: repeat OOS findings on the same unit, multiple crashes in a short window, or violations clustered in one BASIC category.
- Cross-reference real-time data with FMCSA SAFER. For the most current snapshot — within 24 hours of any insurer filing or authority change — click through to the FMCSA SAFER lookup. TruckCodex mirrors SAFER and L&I daily; SAFER itself reflects filings within 24 hours.
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