The short answer
Van's Transport LLC has the stronger current audit profile
Van's Transport LLC leads this comparison by 27 points in Verify Car Carrier’s current audit data. That is a meaningful evidence edge, not a guarantee of an individual shipment outcome—confirm the final quote, carrier assignment, pickup window, and cancellation terms before booking.
Start with the right kind of score
An audit score summarizes evidence. Customer ratings describe reviews. They use different scales and are not interchangeable.
Van's Transport LLC
Independent audit evidence
Audit score · out of 100
77 / 100
Strong Recommended Option
Evidence dated August 17, 2026
Higher current audit scoreView audit & evidence →Xpress Auto Transportation Inc
Independent audit evidence
Audit score · out of 100
50 / 100
Limited Confidence
Evidence dated April 6, 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 | Van's Transport LLC VAN'S TRANSPORT LLC | Xpress Auto Transportation Inc Xpress Auto Transportation Inc |
|---|---|---|
| Independent audit score · /100 | 77 / 100 | 50 / 100 |
| Audit classification | Strong Recommended Option | Limited Confidence |
| FMCSA authority | Active authority | Active authority |
| Years in Business | 22 years recorded in the audit | Not established |
| Home State | WI | SC |
| Google customer rating · /5 | 4.6 / 5 · 1,810 reviews | 4.5 / 5 · 50 reviewsView Google source ↗ |
| BBB Rating | A+ | Rating not establishedView BBB source ↗ |
| Transport Reviews customer rating · /5 | Not established | Rating not establishedView Transport Reviews source ↗ |
| Yelp · /5 or platform status | Not established | Rating not establishedView Yelp source ↗ |
| Trustpilot · /5 or platform status | Not established | Rating not establishedView Trustpilot source ↗ |
| ConsumerAffairs · /5 or platform status | Not established | Rating not establishedView ConsumerAffairs source ↗ |
| 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 | August 17, 2026 — recorded evidence, not a live check | April 6, 2026 — recorded evidence, not a live check |
| Pricing Style | Budget | Mid-range |
| Price-change Risk | Low | Medium |
| Best Fit | Standard Open | none |
| Service Fit | Standard Open is its stated overall fit; strong audited fits: open transport, enclosed transport, luxury or high-value vehicles, and inoperable vehicles | none is its stated overall fit |
| MC Number | Not on file | MC-1668123 |
| USDOT Number | 1310429 | 4288285 |
| Profile links | Request a quote fromVan's Transport LLC →Read full audit → | Request a quote fromXpress Auto Transportation Inc →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
Van's Transport LLC
Audit score: 77/100 · Strong Recommended Option
- •Standard Open shipping is a stated overall fit
- •strong audited fits: open transport, enclosed transport, luxury or high-value vehicles, and inoperable vehicles
- •the audit records a low price-change risk signal
Xpress Auto Transportation Inc
Audit score: 50/100 · Limited Confidence
- •none shipping is a stated overall fit
Broker-by-broker analysis
What the audited evidence says
Van's Transport LLC
Audit score: 77/100 · Strong Recommended Option · Audited August 17, 2026
This audit gives Van's Transport LLC a score of 77/100 — Strong Recommended 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
VAN'S TRANSPORT LLC holds active FMCSA operating authority, under MC not on file / USDOT 1310429. 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 22 years, and its public profile is complete.
Reviews and customer experience
Across review platforms, VAN'S TRANSPORT LLC shows 4.6★ on Google (1,810 reviews), 4.2★ on Transport Reviews (20 reviews), 4.1★ on Trustpilot, 4★ 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 VAN'S TRANSPORT LLC again are strong.
Pricing and service fit
VAN'S TRANSPORT LLC positions itself as a budget 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, enclosed transport, luxury or high-value vehicles, inoperable vehicles.
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
Xpress Auto Transportation Inc
Audit score: 50/100 · Limited Confidence · Audited April 6, 2026
This audit gives Xpress Auto Transportation Inc a score of 50/100 — Limited Confidence. We do not currently recommend this broker based on the reviewed authority, identity, reputation, customer-experience, pricing, route, and brand evidence. The total combines 12/20 legitimacy, 11/25 reputation, 9.5/20 customer experience, 6.5/15 pricing, 5.5/10 route and service, and 5.5/10 brand evidence. Sparse reviews
Read detailed findings · Authority, reviews, pricing & service
Authority and company record
Xpress Auto Transportation Inc holds active FMCSA operating authority under MC-1668123 / USDOT 4288285. Its legal name, authority record, and public-facing identity has identity details that warrant an additional check; at least one contact channel was not confirmed as working. The audit lists an unconfirmed number of years in business and marks the public profile as partial.
Reviews and customer experience
The audit records 4.5/5 on Google from 50 reviews, 4/5 on Trustpilot. Review activity is Okay and cross-platform alignment is Weak. The BBB entry is not rated, with a medium complaint signal. Customer feedback in this audit is rated Mixed for communication, Mixed for price honesty, Mixed for pickup, Mixed for delivery, and Mixed for problem handling. Likelihood of using Xpress Auto Transportation Inc again is rated Mixed.
Pricing and service fit
The audit classifies Xpress Auto Transportation Inc as a mid-range option with medium price-change risk. Its pricing assessment is 6.5/15, including 2/5 for price consistency and 2/5 for bait-and-switch risk. Website present The audit identifies none as the primary fit for Xpress Auto Transportation Inc. Route and service evidence totals 5.5/10 (2/4 lane strength, 0/3 service fit, and 1.5/3 route relevance). Individual transport-type assessments are Open Transport: Mixed, Enclosed: Mixed, Urgent Pickup: Mixed, Luxury / Classic: Mixed, Inoperable Cars: Mixed.
Transparency and brand signals
Brand-transparency evidence totals 5.5/10, based on website quality (2/3), review responses (1/2), service transparency (1/2), reputation-management maturity (0.5/1), and overall trust feel (1/2).
Positive signals
- FMCSA active
- Website present
What to verify
- Low review depth
- Inconsistent themes
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 Van's Transport LLC and Xpress Auto Transportation Inc?
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?
Van's Transport LLC 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 Van's Transport LLC and Xpress Auto Transportation Inc?
The current audit rates these as strong service fits: Van's Transport LLC: open transport, enclosed transport, luxury or high-value vehicles, and inoperable vehicles; Xpress Auto Transportation Inc: no service type is currently rated Strong. 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.