Auto Transport Blog

Pricing breakdowns, prep guides, snowbird tips, military PCS advice, and more — everything you need to know before shipping your vehicle.

Latest Articles & Guides

From first-time shippers to dealership veterans, our blog covers the practical questions people actually ask about auto transport. Specifically, we focus on transparent pricing, real-world timing expectations, and the unwritten tips that save time and money.

Pricing

How Much Does It Cost to Ship a Car in 2026?

Auto transport pricing depends on distance, vehicle size, transport type, season, and route. We break down what to expect for short, medium, and cross-country shipments.

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May 8, 2026 · 6 min read
Guide

Open vs. Enclosed Auto Transport: Which Should You Choose?

Open carriers cost less but expose your vehicle to weather. Enclosed transport adds 40-80% but offers full protection. Here's how to decide which is right for your vehicle.

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May 2, 2026 · 5 min read
Snowbird

Snowbird Auto Transport: Your Complete Seasonal Guide

When to book, how much to budget, and which Florida/Arizona destinations are most popular. Everything Northeast and Midwest snowbirds need to know about seasonal car shipping.

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April 22, 2026 · 8 min read
Military

Military PCS Auto Transport: A Service Member's Guide

POV shipping during PCS, working with TMO, military discounts, and timing your vehicle move around orders. Tips for active duty, reservists, and military families.

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April 15, 2026 · 7 min read
Prep

How to Prepare Your Car for Transport

A pre-shipment checklist: cleaning the vehicle, documenting damage, removing personal items, fuel levels, alarms, and what to leave with the driver.

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April 8, 2026 · 4 min read
Dealer

Auto Transport for Dealerships: Volume Pricing & Strategy

How dealerships save money on inventory transport, dealer-to-dealer trades, and online auction wins. Volume discounts, dedicated dispatchers, and fleet-friendly billing.

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March 31, 2026 · 6 min read
Luxury

Shipping a Classic or Exotic Car: Enclosed Transport Explained

Ferrari, Lamborghini, Bentley, classic muscle cars — why enclosed transport with single-car trailers matters for high-value collector vehicles, and how to vet carriers.

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March 24, 2026 · 7 min read
Student

Sending a Car to a College Student: Auto Transport for Parents

Move-in week, finals, breaks — when to ship, how to coordinate with student housing, and why door-to-door transport beats letting them drive cross-country.

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March 17, 2026 · 5 min read
EV

Shipping a Tesla or Electric Vehicle: What's Different

Battery state-of-charge for transport, special handling considerations, and why some carriers specialize in EVs. Tesla, Rivian, Lucid, and other EV-specific tips.

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March 10, 2026 · 6 min read

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