Don’t Let Your Vehicles Be ‘Gone in 60 Seconds’
Car theft during transport is on the rise, but at RunBuggy, we’ve built industry-leading security measures to help protect shippers, transporters, and vehicles at every stage of the car shipping journey. With losses from cargo and vehicle theft now costing the transportation industry an estimated $35 billion annually, we are working in overdrive to make vehicle transport more secure. Criminals are getting more sophisticated, but so are we.
From advanced transporter vetting and digital documentation, to zero-trust cybersecurity protocols, RunBuggy provides shippers and transporters with unmatched security and visibility. If your current transport provider isn’t prioritizing theft prevention, it’s time to rethink your approach.
How We Help Keep Your Vehicles Secure
In-System Visibility & Digital Documentation
Fictitious pickups are one of the biggest threats in vehicle transport—where criminals pose as legitimate transporters to steal vehicles at pickup. The FBI has warned that organized crime groups use identity theft and double-brokering scams to deceive shippers into handing over vehicles. Thieves may even present fake Bills of Lading (BOLs) or attempt to have you sign in an unauthorized app to legitimize their scam.
RunBuggy helps combat this risk by verifying every assigned transporter and displaying their details within our platform. If the transporter on-site doesn’t match the information in RunBuggy, do not release the vehicle. Always sign for your shipment through the RunBuggy app—never through a different platform or a printed BOL.
For added security, RunBuggy’s integrated communication tools allow you to chat directly with your assigned transporter within the platform. If anything seems suspicious, you can contact our team for assistance.
Zero-Trust Security
RunBuggy is designed with zero-trust security architecture, meaning passwords have been replaced with immutable credentials backed by private keys that never leave the device’s TPM (Trusted Platform Module) to help avoid account takeover fraud. Criminals exploit weak security systems, which is why we implement:
- Passwordless Authentication – No shared passwords, reducing the risk of cyber fraud.
- Advanced Encryption & Continuous Monitoring – Our in-house security team actively monitors for suspicious activity, exceeding cybersecurity standards.
With criminals increasingly using identity theft and account takeovers to steal vehicles, these layers of security are non-negotiable.
Robust Transporter Vetting and Monitoring
Unlike open load boards where anyone can claim a job, RunBuggy thoroughly vets their transporters. Our Verified Transporter Program includes:
- DOT Compliance & Safety Checks – We ensure all transporters meet federal safety and operational regulations.
- Insurance Verification – Every carrier must maintain the required coverage before moving a vehicle.
- Business Validation – We verify company credentials, eliminating fraudulent operators before they enter the marketplace.
With the average cargo theft now costing businesses $200,000 per incident, you can never be too precautious.
Ship Cars Smarter and Safer with RunBuggy
Are you concerned about transport theft? Have you or your business been affected by fraudulent schemes like fictitious pick-ups or forged gate passes? If so, it’s time to evaluate what security measures you have in place to protect your vehicles. RunBuggy is the incremental step beyond what everyone else is doing. We combine cybersecurity, transporter vetting, in-system visibility, and digital documentation to offer an unmatched level of protection in vehicle shipping. No system is impenetrable, but by having a transport partner that embraces and prioritizes security like RunBuggy, you can sleep better at night.
Visit runbuggy.com to start shipping cars smarter and safer today.
