how to ship a car

If you need to transport your car, truck, SUV or motorcycle a long distance, you have a lot to consider. You may have never gone through the process of shipping a car, but know it’s a smart option for getting your car from one locale to another without making the road trip yourself. You may also need to review all your options before finally nailing down how to ship your car.

How To Ship A Car To Another State

You can drive it yourself – Sure road trips are fun, but you may not have the luxury of taking your time on the open road. If time is of the essence, your road trip gets a bit less fun and lot more demanding. If you are not used to driving long distances, you may find that staying alert and navigating unfamiliar roads is harder than you thought. Time, safety and vehicle wear and tear concerns are the top factors as you consider the option to drive your car to its new location yourself.

Hire your cousin Eddie –  Well, this is an option, and Eddie is a great guy. The question is, do you really trust him behind the wheel of your car for a long period of time? It might be better to have a qualified and experienced driver transport your car.

Hire an independent autotransporter (a guy with a truck) – While a guy with  a truck may have great, low prices to ship your car to your new home across town or across the country, he (or she) likely does not have things like a high rating with the Better Business Bureau, a long history of years in the auto transport business, world-class insurance and damage-free guarantees to protect your vehicle as well as 24/7 customer service.

Hire a local tow company (they know how to move cars after all) – The truth is towing companies are great for broken down or wrecked vehicles but not so much for vehicles that you want to transport in a more gentle and caring way or across long distances.

Connect with an experienced company that specializes in shipping cars – Yes, now we are on to something! Here’s why this is truly your best option. A professional car shipping company has the experience needed to safely and seamlessly get your car shipped from point A to point B. Your professional auto transporter will include insurance with all shipments, so your car is protected. You’ll also have real-time tracking, damage-free guarantees and live human, customer service to assist you with your needs. All this in addition to experienced drivers that are licensed and thoroughly-vetted – much better than cousin Eddie.

How To Ship A Car In Three Easy Steps

  1. Get free quotes – You can get your car shipping price quote online or via telephone. Be sure to include all relevant details when requesting a quote to ensure your price is as accurate as possible. (Also, be sure to read all the fine print.)
  2. Do your homework – Check out your potential auto shipping companies before you book. You can find a wealth of information online by searching for the best online auto transport reviews, company track record, the Better Business Bureau and even the About us page of the company’s website in addition to industry referral pages.
  3. Book it, and you’re all set!

Count on the leader for your car shipping needs – Count on Direct Connect Auto Transport. Book online today.