Open Auto Transport
Open transport ships your vehicle on the same kind of multi-car carrier dealerships use — the most affordable, widely available way to ship a car anywhere in the US.
Open transport ships your vehicle on the same kind of multi-car carrier dealerships use — the most affordable, widely available way to ship a car anywhere in the US.
What's included
- Multi-car open carriers (7–10 vehicle capacity) for the lowest per-mile price
- Largest carrier pool — fastest dispatch on any route nationwide
- Real-time GPS tracking from pickup to delivery
- $100,000+ cargo insurance on every shipment, verified through Highway
- Door-to-door pickup and delivery as close to your address as a carrier can legally reach
- Pay only when your car is dispatched — no upfront fees
How it works
- 1Step 1
Get an instant AI quote
Enter pickup, delivery, and vehicle. Our pricing engine returns a real, all-in number in under 60 seconds — no callbacks, no haggling.
- 2Step 2
We match the right carrier
AI dispatch scans live carrier positions, ratings, and equipment to assign a vetted, fully-insured driver — usually within 24–48 hours.
- 3Step 3
Track door-to-door
Real-time GPS plus proactive status updates from pickup through delivery. Talk to a real dispatcher any time at (409) 916-8002.
- 4Step 4
Inspect and sign
Walk the vehicle with the driver, sign the Bill of Lading, and you're done. Damage claims (rare) are handled by our team end-to-end.
Best for
Daily drivers, used cars, online vehicle purchases, snowbirds, military PCS moves, and relocations. If your vehicle doesn't require climate control or premium protection, open transport is the right balance of cost and reliability — and it's how 95% of cars on US roads are shipped.
Pricing
Open transport typically runs $0.40–$0.80 per mile depending on route, distance, vehicle size, season, and fuel. Short hauls (under 500 mi) often start near $400; coast-to-coast runs land between $1,100–$1,600. Your exact AI-generated quote is all-in — no broker padding.
Coverage area
Nationwide coverage across all 48 contiguous states, with frequent service to Alaska and Hawaii via port partners. High-volume lanes include California ↔ Texas, Florida ↔ New York, Texas ↔ Florida, and the entire I-10, I-95, and I-40 corridors. Quotes are live in every ZIP code — rural pickups simply route to the nearest reachable trailer.
See your price in 60 seconds
Real, all-in pricing — no callbacks, no haggling.
Frequently asked questions
Is open auto transport safe?
Yes. Open carriers are the same trailers manufacturers and dealers use to deliver new vehicles. Every carrier in our network is FMCSA-licensed, insured for at least $100,000 in cargo coverage, and verified through Highway before they're matched to your shipment.
Will my car be exposed to weather?
Open transport exposes your vehicle to rain, dust, and road debris just like normal driving. For most cars this is fine for a multi-day cross-country trip. If you're shipping an exotic, classic, or freshly-painted vehicle, choose enclosed transport instead.
How long does open auto transport take?
Most shipments dispatch in 1–5 business days. Transit time is roughly 1 day per 400–500 miles driven, so cross-country routes deliver in 7–10 days; regional routes deliver in 1–4 days.
Can I put items inside my car?
Carriers can legally allow up to 100 lbs of personal items in the trunk on open transport. Anything above that risks DOT fines and isn't covered by cargo insurance, so we recommend keeping the car empty.
Ready to ship your car?
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