Transport scams in Texas affecting freight trucking at a nighttime logistics hub

Transport Scammers Target Southern U.S. Freight Routes: What Happened in January–February 2026

Texas, USA | January–February 2026 Transportation scams are rising sharply across the Southern United States, with recent cases in Texas freight corridors exposing how criminals are exploiting the logistics and auto transport industry. In late January 2026, a freight-related scam involving false carrier identities and diverted shipments resulted in nearly $40,000 in losses for a…

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Illustration warning about transport scams in the Southern U.S., showing a truck, cargo containers, a boat, cash, and a fake contract over a highlighted U.S. map.

Transport Scams on the Rise in the Southern United States: What You Need to Know

Transport scams are growing fast across the U.S., and the Southern states (Florida, Texas, Georgia, and nearby regions) are getting hit hard. Why? The South has huge volumes of car shipping, port traffic, and freight movement—perfect conditions for scammers to blend in, impersonate real businesses, and disappear after collecting money. These transport scams don’t just…

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Freight fraud in the southern United States affecting shipping and logistics

Freight Fraud Epidemic: How Scammers Are Hijacking Shipments Across the Southern U.S. in 2026

In January 2026, freight and transport scams were no longer just industry rumors—they were becoming everyday problems for businesses across the southern United States. States like Texas, Georgia, and Louisiana—which move enormous volumes of goods every day—have turned into hotspots for organized logistics fraud. With tight delivery schedules and heavy reliance on online systems, scammers…

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A white Mercedes-Benz G63 AMG SUV abandoned on the side of a highway, with fluttering dollar bills and yellow "AUTO TRANSPORT FRAUD" tape scattered around. In the background, an auto transport truck loaded with cars is partially blurred, creating an eerie, dramatic atmosphere.

High-Value Auto Transport Fraud: The Case of the Missing $583,689 Mercedes AMG G63 SUV

When you think about shipping a high-value vehicle, like a $583,689 Mercedes-Benz AMG G63, you expect things to go smoothly. But what if your car just vanished mid-transit? This exact scenario recently happened, making headlines and shining a light on the dark side of the auto transport industry. In January 2026, a Mercedes-Benz AMG G63…

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