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more details and upon securing transport, you will receive instant order confirmation. Then, a highly-trained carrier will be assigned to your order and estimated pick-up and delivery dates will be set.
Check out these FAQs for
preparing your car for transport.
Whether you’re shipping your car across town or across the country, we have you covered.
Our auto shipping services can accommodate any of your vehicle transport needs.
Our team deals directly with the insurance company on your behalf, leaving you with a lower risk of claims and overall peace of mind.
How much does it cost to ship a car?
It costs between $500 to $1500 to ship a typical car in the United States, with longer distances costs increase, as well as the size of the vehicle being shipped.
What is a car shipping calculator?
A car shipping calculator generates an automated price estimate to transport a car from point A to point B. Because the market for shipping prices is volatile, changing with seasonal demand, fuel costs, capacity, and weather – our calculator uses ingests many data sources and runs sophisticated algorithms to make an extremely accurate and instant car shipping estimate.
Is it cheaper to ship or drive a car?
Shipping a car is more expensive than just driving the vehicle outright. However, the overall value of shipping a car may be greater than your once opportunity cost, time, convenience, and wear & tear on the vehicle are considered.
What is a car shipping estimate?
A car shipping estimate is a quick way to obtain a price point to ship a vehicle; when evaluating multiple transportation providers or when shopping for a vehicle – with a variety of different destinations. Because every vehicle move is unique, once an estimate is reviewed by a trained specialist – a written car shipping quote is generated.
Is the car shipping quote guaranteed?
We go to great lengths to ensure our instant car shipping price calculator is accurate. Once your estimate is generated, you will be contacted by a representative who will go over your transit details and provide a written contract with a guaranteed price quote that will not change.
How far in advance should I book?
We recommend placing an order at least 1-week prior to your desired shipping date to secure a spot on a car hauler. During peak shipping seasons, holidays or when shipping in a less traveled lane we recommend a longer notice, especially if your departure and arrival dates are not flexible.
Can I put personal items in the car?
We do not recommend shipping your car with personal belongings inside of it. Personal items inside of the vehicle may entice someone to break in, which would not be covered by our insurance. There cannot be any personal items in the vehicle that add weight to the shipment.
Is my vehicle insured during transport?
Yes, ACERTUS offers comprehensive liability insurance and contingent cargo-insurance coverage on all transports. Learn more about our insurance coverage .
When will my vehicle be delivered?
We aim to deliver your vehicle within the delivery window provided at booking but please keep in mind, the dates we provide are estimates due to potential circumstances out of our control. Weather, traffic, construction, and truck breakdowns are all factors that could cause a delay in pickup and delivery of your vehicle. Once a driver is assigned to your shipment, we will be able to provide a better delivery time frame.
Can I track my vehicle?
You’ll be able to follow your vehicles journey through instant text and email status updates.
Do I have to be present when my car is picked up or delivered?
Yes, you or someone 18 years or older must be present at the time of pick up and delivery to sign for your vehicle.
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