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Vi Tropical Motors LLC

USDOT# 3305979 MC-1049298 Lakeland, FL FMCSA since 2019 (7 yrs)
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FMCSA since 2019 (7 yrs)

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About this broker: Vi Tropical Motors LLC is an active FMCSA-licensed property broker based in Lakeland, Florida (FMCSA since 2019 (7 yrs)). Operating under MC-1049298, the broker connects shippers with motor carriers for general freight movement in interstate commerce. Listed officer: Janine A Lockhart.

Broker Overview

Vi Tropical Motors LLC is a federally-licensed property broker headquartered in Lakeland, Florida · FMCSA since 2019 (7 yrs). The company operates under MC-1049298 with USDOT 3305979.

Janine A Lockhart and Urijah A Lockhart are listed as company officers in FMCSA records.

Source: FMCSA daily census & SAFER public records · Last synced: 2026-07-27

Authority & Dockets

USDOT Number

3305979

Active

Motor Carrier / Property Broker

MC-1049298

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Authority granted: 7 years, 1 month ago (July 1, 2019)

Carrier Packet

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Insurance & Broker Bond

BMC-84 Surety Bond / BMC-85 Trust

Federal regulation 49 CFR 387.307 requires every property broker to maintain a $75,000 surety bond (BMC-84) or trust agreement (BMC-85) on file with FMCSA. This bond protects motor carriers against non-payment. Active broker authority generally indicates a valid bond is on file.

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What You Should Verify

  • Bond is currently active (not pending cancellation)
  • Bond meets the $75,000 federal minimum
  • Surety company is reputable and financially solid
  • No active complaints on file with the FMCSA

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Vi Tropical Motors LLC a legitimate freight broker?
Vi Tropical Motors LLC holds an active FMCSA license under USDOT 3305979 and MC-1049298. Active authority means the broker is currently registered with the federal government and authorized to arrange motor-carrier shipments. Always verify current authority status on FMCSA SAFER before working with any broker.
Where is Vi Tropical Motors LLC located?
Vi Tropical Motors LLC is headquartered in Lakeland, Florida, with FMCSA broker authority dating back 7 years, 1 month.
What is Vi Tropical Motors LLC's MC number?
Vi Tropical Motors LLC operates under MC-1049298 and USDOT 3305979. These are the unique federal identifiers issued by the FMCSA for any company arranging interstate freight in the U.S.
How can I contact Vi Tropical Motors LLC?
FMCSA records list contact information for Vi Tropical Motors LLC as: phone (407) 712-0356. Contact information is reported by the broker to FMCSA and may not always be current.
How do I become a carrier for Vi Tropical Motors LLC?
To haul loads for Vi Tropical Motors LLC, you'll typically need: (1) active MC operating authority, (2) a valid carrier packet signed and on file, (3) certificate of insurance naming the broker as additional insured, (4) a W-9, and (5) a signed broker-carrier agreement. The exact requirements vary by broker — contact Vi Tropical Motors LLC directly to start the setup process.
Does Vi Tropical Motors LLC work with new MC authorities?
Many freight brokers prefer carriers with at least 6 months to 1 year of operating history before granting setup, but policies vary widely between brokers. If you're a new MC and want to know whether Vi Tropical Motors LLC accepts new authorities, the fastest way is to call them directly. We crowdsource this data — if you've been set up with Vi Tropical Motors LLC as a new MC, please share your experience on this profile.
What kind of carrier packet does Vi Tropical Motors LLC use?
A carrier packet is the broker's standard onboarding paperwork — typically a broker-carrier agreement, W-9 request, certificate of insurance request, and reference forms. If you have a current Vi Tropical Motors LLC carrier packet link, you can share it on this profile to help other carriers get set up faster.
Who owns Vi Tropical Motors LLC?
FMCSA records list Janine A Lockhart as a company officer of Vi Tropical Motors LLC. Officer information is self-reported and reflects the most recent record on file.
Is Vi Tropical Motors LLC's broker authority active right now?
Yes — based on the most recent FMCSA sync, Vi Tropical Motors LLC has active broker authority. Authority status can change at any time; always verify on the FMCSA SAFER system before signing a carrier-broker agreement.
What is a BMC-84 broker bond and does Vi Tropical Motors LLC have one?
Federal regulations require every property broker to maintain a $75,000 surety bond (BMC-84) or trust agreement (BMC-85) on file with FMCSA. This protects carriers from non-payment. Active broker authority generally means a valid bond is on file — verify current bond status via FMCSA's L&I (Licensing & Insurance) public search.
What's the difference between a freight broker like Vi Tropical Motors LLC and a truck dispatch service?
A freight broker holds FMCSA broker authority (MC-FF), legally arranges transportation between shippers and carriers, and earns commission from the rate spread. A truck dispatcher works on behalf of the carrier — finding loads on load boards, negotiating rates with brokers (like Vi Tropical Motors LLC), and handling paperwork. Brokers represent shippers; dispatchers represent carriers. See O Trucking's guide on dispatcher vs. freight broker, or learn about O Trucking's dispatch services for carriers.
How can a broker like Vi Tropical Motors LLC find reliable carriers in Florida?
Brokers source carriers through: (1) FMCSA-verified carrier directories where MC numbers and safety records are pre-checked, (2) load boards (DAT, Truckstop) that match active carriers to posted freight, (3) direct relationships with dispatch services that represent multiple carriers, and (4) referrals from current carriers. O Trucking maintains an FMCSA-licensed carrier directory — see active carriers based in Florida. We also dispatch hundreds of owner-operators and small fleets — see O Trucking dispatch services.
How should I verify Vi Tropical Motors LLC before hauling and protect against broker fraud?
Before accepting any load, do the full broker verification check: (1) confirm active MC broker authority on FMCSA SAFER, (2) verify BMC-84 surety bond ($75K minimum) or BMC-85 trust on FMCSA L&I, (3) check days-to-pay reputation on broker-credit databases, and (4) search carrier forums for fraud history. O Trucking maintains an FMCSA-licensed broker directory for Florida with verified authority data and authority-age sorting so older, more-established brokerages surface first.

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