How do you choose the right auto transport carrier?

• Insurance: A cargo policy that covers your vehicle's value
• Reputation: Recent reviews and how complaints were handled
• Communication: Clear answers on price, timing and delays
• Equipment: Open, enclosed, lift-gate or winch, matched to your vehicle
• Paperwork: A proper Bill of Lading and inspection at both ends
• Value: A fair, all-inclusive price, not just the lowest number

Many people book through a licensed broker, which matches the car to a vetted carrier with space on the route. Brokers often get faster pickups and fair prices by working with many carriers. Research carriers in our carriers directory.

• Standard cars, SUVs and pickups: Open carriers.
• Classic, luxury and exotic cars: Enclosed carriers, often with lift gates.
• Electric vehicles: Open or enclosed, with drivers experienced in transport modes.
• Motorcycles: Carriers with wheel chocks and soft straps.
• Lifted trucks: Low-deck positions or specialty trailers.
• Non-running vehicles: Winch-equipped carriers.
• Heavy equipment: Flatbed, step-deck or lowboy trailers.

Ask for the assigned carrier's name and USDOT number before pickup, check it on FMCSA SAFER, and ask for an insurance certificate if your vehicle is high value. See FMCSA and USDOT verification.

As a broker, ShipMyCar US matches your vehicle with a carrier that has the right equipment for it. Read car shipping by vehicle type for more detail.