The short answer
A close comparison—fit matters more than a small score difference
Diesel Auto Express has a 2-point edge in the current audit score. That is not enough on its own to settle the decision. Use the service fit, pricing approach, and documented caveats below to decide which option better matches your shipment.
Start with the right kind of score
An audit score summarizes evidence. Customer ratings describe reviews. They use different scales and are not interchangeable.
Diesel Auto Express
Independent audit evidence
Audit score · out of 100
73 / 100
Good Option
Evidence dated April 6, 2026
Higher current audit scoreView audit & evidence →Showroom Transport
Independent audit evidence
Audit score · out of 100
71 / 100
Good Option
Evidence dated August 17, 2026
View audit & evidence →How to read this: audit scores use a 100-point scale, not a customer-star scale or a shipment guarantee. Public customer ratings below are out of 5; BBB ratings use the source’s own scale. “Not established” means the available record does not establish that fact. Read the methodology.
The facts, side by side
Compare the available evidence
Audit scores, public ratings and company records are different signals—not a single ranking. Missing data does not establish a finding. Confirm current authority and written terms before booking.
| Evidence signal | Diesel Auto Express Diesel Auto Express LLC | Showroom Transport TY L LECKNER |
|---|---|---|
| Independent audit score · /100 | 73 / 100 | 71 / 100 |
| Audit classification | Good Option | Good Option |
| FMCSA authority | Active authority | Active authority |
| Years in Business | 18 years recorded in the audit | 28 years recorded in the audit |
| Home State | WA | VA |
| Google customer rating · /5 | 4.7 / 5 · 3,645 reviewsView Google source ↗ | 4.3 / 5 · 1,980 reviews |
| BBB Rating | Rating not establishedView BBB source ↗ | A- |
| Transport Reviews customer rating · /5 | 2 / 5 · 4 reviewsView Transport Reviews source ↗ | 5 / 5 · 486 reviews |
| Yelp · /5 or platform status | Rating not establishedView Yelp source ↗ | Not established |
| Trustpilot · /5 or platform status | Rating not establishedView Trustpilot source ↗ | Not established |
| ConsumerAffairs · /5 or platform status | Rating not establishedView ConsumerAffairs source ↗ | Not established |
| BBB customer reviews · /5 or platform status | Not established | Not established |
| BBB accreditation | Not established | Not established |
| BBB complaints · last 12 months | Not established | Not established |
| BBB complaints · last 3 years | Not established | Not established |
| Evidence snapshot date | April 6, 2026 — recorded evidence, not a live check | August 17, 2026 — recorded evidence, not a live check |
| Pricing Style | Mid-range | Mid-range |
| Price-change Risk | Low | Low |
| Best Fit | balanced | Balanced |
| Service Fit | balanced is its stated overall fit; strong audited fits: open transport | Broadly balanced service profile; strong audited fits: open transport |
| MC Number | MC-679452 | MC-334294 |
| USDOT Number | 1885300 | 730958 |
| Profile links | Request a quote fromDiesel Auto Express →Read full audit → | Request a quote fromShowroom Transport →Read full audit → |
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How to use this comparison
Choose based on your shipment—not a headline score alone
The score is a useful starting point, but price certainty, vehicle type, pickup urgency, and the quality of the assigned carrier matter too. We compare audited signals instead of selling rank positions, then link to the underlying broker reports so you can verify the evidence before you request quotes.
Best fit by situation
When each broker may make more sense
Diesel Auto Express
Audit score: 73/100 · Good Option
- •balanced shipping is a stated overall fit
- •strong audited fits: open transport
- •the audit records a low price-change risk signal
Showroom Transport
Audit score: 71/100 · Good Option
- •strong audited fits: open transport
- •the audit records a low price-change risk signal
- •28 years in business adds operating history
Broker-by-broker analysis
What the audited evidence says
Diesel Auto Express
Audit score: 73/100 · Good Option · Audited April 6, 2026
This audit gives Diesel Auto Express a score of 73/100 — Good Option. We recommend this broker based on the reviewed authority, identity, reputation, customer-experience, pricing, route, and brand evidence. The total combines 19/20 legitimacy, 15/25 reputation, 10/20 customer experience, 13/15 pricing, 9/10 route and service, and 7/10 brand evidence. All links + FMCSA active clean
Read detailed findings · Authority, reviews, pricing & service
Authority and company record
Diesel Auto Express LLC holds active FMCSA operating authority under MC-679452 / USDOT 1885300. Its legal name, authority record, and public-facing identity matches the public-facing identity reviewed; website, phone, and email all tested as working. The audit lists 18 years in business and marks the public profile as yes.
Reviews and customer experience
The audit records 4.7/5 on Google from 3,645 reviews, 2/5 on TransportReviews from 4 reviews, 2.8/5 on Trustpilot. Review activity is Okay and cross-platform alignment is Mixed. The BBB entry is not rated, with a low complaint signal. Customer feedback in this audit is rated Mixed for communication, Strong for price honesty, Mixed for pickup, Mixed for delivery, and Mixed for problem handling. Likelihood of using Diesel Auto Express again is rated Mixed.
Pricing and service fit
The audit classifies Diesel Auto Express as a mid-range option with low price-change risk. Its pricing assessment is 13/15, including 4/5 for price consistency and 4/5 for bait-and-switch risk. Urgent pickup The audit identifies balanced as the primary fit for Diesel Auto Express. Route and service evidence totals 9/10 (3/4 lane strength, 0/3 service fit, and 3/3 route relevance). Individual transport-type assessments are Open Transport: Strong, Enclosed: Mixed, Urgent Pickup: Mixed, Luxury / Classic: Mixed, Inoperable Cars: Mixed.
Transparency and brand signals
Brand-transparency evidence totals 7/10, based on website quality (2/3), review responses (1/2), service transparency (1/2), reputation-management maturity (1/1), and overall trust feel (2/2).
Positive signals
- Specific routes
- Urgent pickup
What to verify
- Delivery delays
- Pickup delays
Source checks
Showroom Transport
Audit score: 71/100 · Good Option · Audited August 17, 2026
This audit gives Showroom Transport a score of 71/100 — Good Option. We recommend using this broker based on the FMCSA, review, and customer-experience data reviewed. Auditor notes: Complete multi-category audit performed based on verified FMCSA records and rating metrics..
Read detailed findings · Authority, reviews, pricing & service
Authority and company record
TY L LECKNER holds active FMCSA operating authority, under MC MC-334294 / USDOT 730958. Its legal name, MC number, and public-facing identity line up consistently. Contact channels (website, phone, email) had at least one channel that failed to respond at time of audit. The company has operated for 28 years, and its public profile is complete.
Reviews and customer experience
Across review platforms, TY L LECKNER shows 4.3★ on Google (1,980 reviews), 5★ on Transport Reviews (486 reviews), 4.2★ on Trustpilot, 4.1★ on ConsumerAffairs. Review activity is fresh, and sentiment is strong across platforms. BBB status is listed as A-, with a low complaint signal. Overall complaint severity in this audit is rated low. Customer accounts describe communication as strong and price honesty as strong. Pickup experiences run strong, and delivery experiences run strong. Problem handling is described as strong, and reports on whether customers would use TY L LECKNER again are strong.
Pricing and service fit
TY L LECKNER positions itself as a mid-range option. Consistency between quoted and final price is high, with low risk of price-change complaints. Customers generally describe the value as high. Binding transparent rate policy. Coverage on common shipping lanes is rated strong, with high confidence in route relevance. Best suited for open transport.
Transparency and brand signals
Website and brand presentation come across as strong, with strong handling of public reviews and strong service transparency. Overall trust feel from this audit is strong.
Positive signals
- Active FMCSA Authority
- Strong Customer Reviews
What to verify
No material caution flags are listed in this audit.
Source checks
Before you book
Get the terms in writing
Ask each broker for the total price, deposit and cancellation terms, pickup window, carrier information when assigned, cargo coverage, and how price changes are handled. A strong audit profile does not replace reading the agreement for your specific shipment.
Frequently asked questions
How should I compare Diesel Auto Express and Showroom Transport?
Start with the available audit evidence, then compare the written quote, carrier-assignment process, pickup window, cancellation terms, and service fit.
Which company has the higher current audit score?
Diesel Auto Express currently has the highest score. The score summarizes available evidence, but it cannot guarantee a specific carrier, final price, or pickup outcome.
Which shipment needs separate Diesel Auto Express and Showroom Transport?
The current audit rates these as strong service fits: Diesel Auto Express: open transport; Showroom Transport: open transport. Confirm the written quote and actual carrier availability for your specific vehicle and route.
Does the higher trust score guarantee a better shipment?
No. The score summarizes current audit evidence; it cannot guarantee a specific carrier, final price, pickup timing, or shipment outcome. Always confirm the written quote, carrier details, insurance, and cancellation terms before booking.