Our rates are based on several different factors – size of vehicle, distance of transport, the working condition of the vehicle, time of year transport is required and the general market price for the particular route requested. By filling out a quote form on our home page, we can better estimate the exact costs.
To ensure your vehicle is moved within your preferred timeframe, it’s best to schedule your transport as early as possible. We typically assign a truck and arrange pick-up within 1 to 5 days from when your vehicle is first available. If your vehicle is ready for immediate pick-up, we’ll do our best to schedule it as close to your preferred date as possible. Ideally, transportation orders should be submitted about 5 days before the vehicle is available, though advance scheduling is helpful, it is not always required.
To reserve your vehicle transport, please provide the exact pick-up and delivery addresses, along with the names and phone numbers of the contacts at each location. You’ll also need to specify the first available pick-up date. A small deposit of 10-20% of the total cost is required at the time of booking. The remaining balance is due at pick-up or delivery and can be paid directly to the driver with cash, cashier’s check, or money order.
No, the quote is all inclusive. It covers door to door service, full bumper to bumper insurance, all tax and tolls paid, and personal belongings up to 100 lbs free of charge.
Several factors influence the cost of auto transport, including the route distance, vehicle size and condition (whether it’s running or non-operable), the type of trailer used (open or enclosed), and the season. For instance, transporting a vehicle to Florida in the fall may be more expensive due to the high volume of traffic from snowbirds migrating south.
At the time of booking, you can pay the reservation fee using a credit card, debit card, or Cash App, Zelle. The remaining balance should be paid to the carrier in cash, cashier’s check, or money order, as carriers do not carry card machines and cannot accept credit or debit card payments on site.
Drivers are not allowed to accept credit cards or person checks on delivery. If you have an outstanding balance that is due on delivery, please make sure that you have cash, cashier’s check, or money order.
The primary factor affecting pick-up time is location. If your vehicle is being picked up from a large metropolitan area, it is typically collected on the exact date requested. However, delays can occur due to weather, traffic, or road conditions. If your vehicle is in a more rural location, it may take 2 or more days to arrange pick-up.
Once your dates are confirmed with the driver, your vehicle is expected to arrive on time. However, delays can occasionally occur due to weather conditions, unexpected truck breakdowns, or other unforeseen events that may happen en route. Coast-to-coast shipping typically takes 7 to 10 days, while shipping from north to south (or vice versa) usually takes 5 to 7 days. For distances under 500 miles, transport should take less than 2 to 3 days once the vehicle has been picked up.
We offer open trailer transport and enclosed transport services.
Door-to-door service means we will pick up your vehicle from any address and deliver it to any address, provided the location is accessible for an 18-wheeler (many trucks are over 75 feet long). If the address is not accessible, you can arrange with the driver to meet at a nearby location with a large parking lot.
Absolutely not. US Carship ensure that your vehicle is delivered on the same truck it was loaded onto. The only time your vehicle might be transferred to another truck is if the original truck experiences a breakdown en route. In such cases, US Carship arranges a replacement to complete your delivery on time.
Drivers will load your vehicle in a location they deem safe. They must consider multiple factors when loading, including fitting all vehicles properly to avoid exceeding the truck’s permitted length. Additionally, they must comply with federal laws and ensure that no axles are overweight.
Open auto transport is the most common method for vehicle shipping, with nearly 90% of vehicles transported this way. Open transport comes with a $250,000 insurance coverage, providing peace of mind for your vehicle’s safety. It typically costs $300 to $400 less than enclosed transport. Enclosed transport is usually chosen by clients with exotic or high-value vehicles that require extra protection, as it offers higher insurance coverage compared to open transport and is recommended for more expensive supercars.
You can have personal belongings up to 100 lbs free of charge, and it has to be placed in the trunk or back compartment of your vehicle. If you want to place more than 100 lbs, it would be additional, and it has to be in front or back seat of the car below window level, it can not be nothing heavy and driver seat always must be empty. Personal belongings inside your vehicle will not be insured.
The Department of Transportation prohibits the transport of household items with a vehicle while it is in transit. Any personal belongings left in the vehicle are shipped strictly at the owner’s risk. If the driver arrives and finds that the vehicle is excessively weighted down by extra items, they may request that you remove your belongings or charge you an additional fee. Truck drivers will not be responsible for any damage caused by household items inside your vehicle.
Yes, we provide full bumper-to-bumper insurance, covering at least $100,000 for damage of any kind during open trailer transport and $250,000 for enclosed trailer transport. This includes coverage for minor scratches, total damage, theft, and fire. Your vehicle is fully insured while on our trailer, but personal belongings inside the vehicle are not covered by this insurance.
Your vehicle is fully insured during transit with carriers having cargo insurance ranging from $250,000 to $1 million. However, damages caused by Acts of God (such as hail, floods, hurricanes, or avalanches) and road debris are not covered. If these concerns are significant for you, we can arrange for transport in an enclosed car carrier for an additional fee.
If you notice any damage to your vehicle upon delivery, immediately note it on the bill of lading. Next, contact US Carship to report the damage. It is crucial for us to be informed of any new damage right away so we can address the issue promptly. Ensure that the driver does not leave until you have reported the damage on the bill of lading and the driver has signed it.
We will ask you to submit both, bills of lading along with three estimates from an authorized repair shop. We will facilitate the arbitration with our carrier.
