What is car transport?
Car transport, or car shipping, is a service that moves vehicles from one destination to another. The best car transport services employ licensed professionals with the necessary experience and equipment to safely move your vehicle. The type of transport you choose will affect the cost of shipping. You can opt for open transport, which is more cost-effective, or enclosed transport, which offers more protection. Typically, enclosed auto transport costs 10-40% more than open transport. Open transport is the most common method, used by most customers, including car dealerships. Enclosed transport is preferred for luxury, exotic, or collector vehicles that require added protection.
How to get a car transport quote
Car transport quotes can be calculated in several ways. You can get an accurate estimate using our instant quote calculator or by speaking with a Secure Car Shipping representative via text at (541)-632-8182 or calling (888)-600-4293. When discussing your shipment, be sure to mention any special requirements, such as expedited pickup, vehicle modifications, or inoperable vehicles, as these can affect the price.
To get the most accurate and up-to-date car shipping quote, please have the following information available:
- Pickup and delivery destinations (zip codes preferred for increased accuracy)
- Transport preference (open or enclosed trailer)
- Vehicle year, make, and model (ensures availability of the required transport trailer size)
- Operational status (can be driven forward and in reverse, with basic steering for truck loading and unloading)
- Earliest available pickup date
Auto transport industry overview
When searching for auto transport online, you will often come across auto shipping brokers, like ourselves, or lead providers. Auto shipping brokers are responsible for organizing the logistics of your vehicle, from pickup to delivery, and finding a truck that can pick up your specific vehicle on the requested dates. Only auto shipping brokers like us have access to over 30,000 licensed and insured carriers. Carriers are the companies that own the trucks and work with us to keep their trucks loaded at all times. We act as the middleman between you and the carrier company, ensuring the entire process goes smoothly.
Without access to this vast variety of carriers, organizing on-time logistics would be nearly impossible. Let us handle your vehicle shipping and get you the best rate in the industry.
Calculating car shipping costs
Auto transport quotes and car shipment rates are calculated using unique considerations for each customer. Your car shipping estimate will be based on several factors, including but not limited to trip distance, vehicle size (sedan, pickup truck, SUV, etc.), vehicle condition (operable or inoperable), transport type (open or enclosed), location (rural or urban), and the time of year.
We have streamlined the process with an easy-to-use online quote tool. Once you submit your information, one of our agents will review it and provide a personalized quote based on your specific needs, usually within minutes. The rates are determined by the market and not us, but we guarantee to get you the best rate. We are transparent about the market and current prices, so don't be misled by unrealistically cheap quotes. Many companies seek an upfront deposit and offer poor service afterward.
