How car shipping works
From your first quote to the keys back in your hand. Here is what happens at each step and what you need to do.
- Quote in about a minute
- A vetted, insured carrier
- Inspection reports at both ends
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Five steps, start to finish
Get an instant quote
Enter your pickup and delivery ZIP codes, timing and vehicle. You see an all-in price immediately.
Book your shipment
Confirm your addresses and first available date. We send a confirmation with everything in writing.
Carrier assigned
We match your route with a carrier we have vetted for authority, insurance and safety record.
Pickup
The driver calls ahead, inspects the vehicle with you, and loads it. You get a copy of the inspection report.
Delivery
The driver calls before arrival. Inspect the vehicle, sign the bill of lading, and you are done.
What we need from you
Accurate details
The right vehicle, whether it runs, and any modifications. These determine the truck and the price.
A reachable contact
A phone number the driver can call at pickup and at delivery.
A prepared vehicle
Clean, a quarter tank of fuel, personal items removed. See the checklist below.
A few minutes at each end
Time to walk around the vehicle with the driver and sign the report.
The bill of lading
The bill of lading is the inspection report and receipt for your shipment. At pickup, the driver marks any existing scratches, dents or chips on it and you both sign. At delivery, you compare the vehicle to that report before signing again.
It is the single most important document in the process. If anything looks different at delivery, write it on the bill of lading before you sign and take photos.
Get ready for pickup
A little preparation makes pickup quick and protects you if there is ever a question later. Our preparation checklist walks through it in order.
What it costs
Distance, vehicle size, trailer type and season drive the price. The cost guide explains each factor, and the quote tool at the top of this page gives you the number for your route.
Questions about the process
Will I get an exact pickup time?
You get a pickup window when you book. The driver then calls ahead, usually the day before, to narrow it to a time.
Do I need to be present for pickup and delivery?
Someone does, but it does not have to be you. Any adult you trust can hand over or receive the vehicle and sign the inspection report.
Can I track my vehicle?
Yes. We send updates when the carrier is assigned, when the vehicle is loaded and before delivery, and you can call us any time for a status.
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