Open auto transport is the most common type of car shipping service. Open transport car shipping is easier to arrange than enclosed car shipping. Because open trailer car carriers can carry an average of 8-10 cars at once, open car transport is also more cost-effective than enclosed.

Enclosed car transport is a type of auto transport that adds protection for vehicles. It’s a great car shipping option if you need to transport a classic or luxury car. Enclosed carriers can often only carry a few vehicles at the same time, in most cases, up to 7 automobiles.

Do I need enclosed car transport?
Here are a few questions to ask yourself if you’re deciding whether you need enclosed car transport, or the standard open auto transport:
Do you consider your car an investment?
Are you concerned about snow or cold weather?
Are you concerned about dust, dirt, pollution, or other debris your car might be subject to over the course of transport?
Is your car old and/or have a custom or unique paint job?
Do you want extra protection against theft?

Shipping a car to Hawaii (Kauai, O’ahu, Maui, or the Big Island of Hawaii) is facilitated through port-to-port or door-to-port shipping services. In most cases, auto shipping to Hawaii (Honolulu) from NYC takes about 14-19 days, Chicago to Hawaii takes about 13-18 days, and LA to Hawaii around 8-12 days.

Shipping a car to Alaska is normally a two step process. The first step is shipping your vehicle to the Port. The second step is the international car shipping from the port to Alaska. To better accommodate, our transport advisor will coordinate timing and your budget with you in order to get your vehicle to Alaska in a safe and timely manner.