Car Transport Scams: Safety Alert.

Transportation scams reported on transportation load boards and with transportation brokers.

Please be aware that vehicle transport fraud is rising nationwide, targeting dealership inventory through public load boards and broker networks. Highly organized thieves are actively intercepting shipment details, claiming vehicles from auction houses under the guise of legitimate carriers, and vanishing with the cargo.

To safeguard your inventory, NPA has implemented strict security protocols including, but not limited to, a required Pickup Code. If you choose to continue using load boards or hiring unknown transporters, DO NOT RELEASE SENSITIVE DOCUMENTS, dealer invoices, or pickup codes until you have thoroughly vetted and officially contracted them.

NPA Transportation is here to help. We can set up safe transit for you or connect you with a reliable, vetted transporter in your area. Please reach out to NPA Transportation at transit@npauctions.com or call 858-726-2209.

California, Texas account for 58% of US cargo theft in 2025

Together, the two states accounted for 58% of all reported cargo crime nationwide, based on 2,576 thefts recorded across the U.S. in 2025. (Feb 18, 2026).

REPORT THEFT IMMEDIATELY

Call local law enforcement and notify your insurance company. Report cargo vehicle theft to The National Commercial Vehicle and Cargo Theft Prevention Task Force (NCTTF).

If you suspect fraud activities, contact NICB in the following ways. All tips can be anonymous: Call 800.TEL.NICB (800.835.6422) Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. CST or report fraud online 24/7.

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