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It depends on distance, vehicle size and weight, transport type, season and your flexibility. Longer routes cost more in total but less per mile. The best way to know is a free, all-inclusive quote for your specific move.
Regional moves take 1–3 days, mid-distance routes 3–5 days, and cross-country shipments 7–10 days in transit once picked up. Pickup itself is usually arranged within 1–5 days.
Yes. Every carrier we dispatch carries active cargo insurance, which we verify before loading. We can share the carrier's coverage details on request.
Open transport is the affordable, popular default and is safe for standard vehicles. Enclosed transport fully covers your vehicle and is ideal for luxury, exotic and classic cars, typically costing 30–50% more.
Yes. We pick up and deliver as close to your addresses as carriers can safely reach. If a full-size carrier cannot access your street, the driver arranges a convenient nearby spot.
Carriers can often allow a small amount (around 100 lbs) in the trunk below the window line. Items are not covered by transport insurance, so keep valuables with you.
Wash it and photograph its condition, remove personal items and toll tags, leave about a quarter tank of fuel, disable alarms, and note any leaks or special needs.
Yes. We dispatch carriers equipped with a winch to load inoperable vehicles. Just disclose that the vehicle does not run when you book so the right carrier is assigned.
Booking 1–2 weeks ahead generally gives the best pricing and flexibility, but we also handle last-minute and expedited shipments.
Yes. We arrange shipments to and from all 50 states, including Alaska and Hawaii via coordinated road-and-port logistics.

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