Vehicle Management Solutions LLC (“VMS”), a portfolio company of Mill Point Capital LLC
Vehicle Management Solutions LLC (“VMS”), a portfolio company of Mill Point Capital LLC (“Mill Point”), has announced a significant strategic move with the acquisition of AutoBase Inc. (“AutoBase” or the “Company”), a nationally recognized provider of safety service patrol and traffic incident management solutions. AutoBase operates across key transportation corridors in the Midwest, Northeast and Southeast, partnering closely with state Departments of Transportation (DOTs) to support safer, more reliable travel for motorists. This acquisition represents a major milestone in VMS’ long-term growth strategy and signals its intent to build a leading, nationwide platform for roadway safety and vehicle management services.
AutoBase has built its reputation by working hand-in-hand with state DOTs to deliver essential highway support services. These services include motorist assistance for disabled vehicles, rapid response to traffic accidents, and the timely removal of stalled vehicles, debris and other hazards from busy roadways. By addressing incidents quickly and professionally, AutoBase helps mitigate congestion, protect motorists and roadside workers and restore normal traffic flow as efficiently as possible. In modern transportation networks, where even minor disruptions can have cascading effects on safety, commute times and commerce, such services are no longer optional—they are mission-critical infrastructure.
For VMS, the acquisition is more than just geographic expansion; it is a transformational step that deepens its capabilities in the Safety Service Patrol (“SSP”) segment. Safety service patrols serve as the front line of response on highways and urban expressways, often arriving on scene before traditional emergency services. By integrating AutoBase’s SSP operations, VMS significantly enhances its ability to support state and municipal agencies that are increasingly turning to specialized partners to manage roadway safety, incident response and traffic operations.
Kevin Corcoran, Chief Executive Officer of VMS, emphasized the strategic and cultural alignment between the two organizations. He noted that AutoBase brings a demonstrated track record of high-quality service, long-standing relationships with transportation agencies and a reputation for operational discipline and reliability. These attributes align closely with VMS’ mission to keep streets, roads and highways operating safely and efficiently. By welcoming AutoBase into the VMS family, the company is not only adding scale but also reinforcing its commitment to safety, customer service and continuous improvement in the way roadway support services are delivered.
The combination of VMS and AutoBase forms a more diversified, resilient and capable platform. Together, the companies will serve clients in 22 states, dramatically expanding their geographic footprint. This broader reach enables VMS to support multi-state DOTs and regional transportation initiatives with consistent standards, best practices and technology-enabled solutions. It also provides a more flexible and scalable foundation to respond to evolving priorities, such as increasing urbanization, growing traffic volumes and the integration of intelligent transportation systems.
From an operational standpoint, the acquisition allows the combined organization to leverage complementary strengths. AutoBase contributes deep expertise in traffic incident management and SSP operations, while VMS brings a broader suite of vehicle management and roadway support services, along with established systems, management processes and investment backing from Mill Point. This synergy is expected to translate into enhanced service offerings, improved resource utilization and greater innovation in both field operations and back-office support.
Dustin Smith, Managing Partner at Mill Point, highlighted that AutoBase joins VMS at an ideal inflection point for the industry. Across the United States, transportation agencies are expanding route coverage for safety service patrols and increasingly outsourcing these programs to specialized private partners. Rising traffic volumes, heightened safety expectations and the need to improve incident clearance times are all driving demand for comprehensive, professionally managed SSP solutions. By combining VMS’ existing platform with AutoBase’s scale and expertise, Mill Point believes the company is well-positioned to capitalize on these strong market tailwinds.
The acquisition is also viewed as a pivotal milestone in VMS’ evolution into a leading, integrated vehicle management and roadway safety platform. Mark Paolano, Partner at Mill Point, underscored that the transaction strengthens VMS not only in terms of size, but also in depth and resiliency. With AutoBase on board, VMS can deliver a more comprehensive suite of services—from routine patrols and incident response to broader traffic management support—across a wider footprint. This enhances the company’s ability to tailor solutions for state and local agencies facing diverse challenges, from dense urban freeways to rural interstate corridors.
For Mill Point and VMS, the strategic rationale extends beyond the immediate integration of operations. The partnership with AutoBase enhances the platform’s long-term potential to innovate in the SSP and incident management space. As transportation agencies adopt new technologies such as connected vehicle systems, real-time traffic data analytics and advanced dispatch platforms, the combined company will be better placed to invest in tools and processes that improve situational awareness, response times and safety outcomes for both motorists and roadside personnel.
Sebastian Bustamante, Principal at Mill Point Capital, summarized the acquisition as a natural fit for VMS. AutoBase’s expertise directly strengthens VMS’ SSP capabilities, enabling the company to offer a more robust and differentiated service portfolio. The transaction also deepens VMS’ relationships with DOT partners, who increasingly seek providers capable of handling a wide range of roadside and traffic support functions under a unified, accountable framework. By expanding both scale and capability, VMS aims to deliver even greater value to these partners, helping them achieve their objectives around safety, reliability and efficiency.
For customers and stakeholders, the message is one of continuity plus enhancement. Existing AutoBase clients will continue to receive the high level of service they trust, backed by the added resources, systems and investment capacity of VMS and Mill Point. At the same time, they can look forward to the benefits of a larger, integrated network—such as shared best practices, improved training programs, and access to innovations that may emerge as the combined company refines and expands its service model.
For employees, the merger brings the opportunity to be part of a growing national platform focused squarely on roadway safety, incident management and vehicle support. The shared values of safety, reliability, collaboration and public service form a strong cultural foundation for integration. As the organization grows, there will likely be expanded career paths, new leadership opportunities and the chance to work on high-impact projects supporting some of the country’s most critical transportation infrastructure.
Looking ahead, VMS plans to build on this acquisition as a cornerstone for future growth. With a presence in 22 states and a strengthened SSP offering, the company is well-equipped to pursue new contracts, deepen existing relationships and explore adjacent services that complement its core mission. Whether through additional acquisitions, organic expansion or investment in technology and training, VMS and Mill Point appear committed to shaping a leading platform in the traffic incident management and roadway services landscape.
In bringing AutoBase into its fold, Vehicle Management Solutions is not only expanding its footprint—it is reinforcing its role as a key partner to the public sector in keeping America’s roads safe, clear and efficient. The acquisition underscores a shared belief that professional, well-coordinated safety service patrols and traffic incident management programs are essential to modern mobility, and that a strong, integrated platform can deliver these services more effectively for agencies and motorists alike.
About Vehicle Management Solutions
Headquartered in Tinley Park, IL, VMS is a leading provider of end-to-end vehicle management solutions including dispatch, vehicle storage and traffic incident management. VMS’s mission is to keep streets, roads and highways moving safely and efficiently. With a nationwide presence, VMS focuses on building long-term relationships with states, municipalities, law enforcement agencies, insurance companies, logistics companies and various other clients to serve their communities.
About AutoBase Inc.
AutoBase is a national provider of safety service patrol and traffic incident management services with operations across nine states across the Midwest, Northeast and Southeast regions. AutoBase partners with state Departments of Transportation to provide critical highway services aimed at maintaining safety and restoring traffic flow on public roadways.
About Mill Point Capital
Mill Point Capital LLC is a private equity firm focused on control investments in lower-middle market companies across the Business Services, Industrials and IT Services sectors throughout North America. Mill Point’s experienced team of investment professionals, Executive Partners and Functional Experts seeks portfolio company value enhancement through rigorous implementation of transformative strategic initiatives and operational improvements. Mill Point is based in New York, NY.
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