Open car transport
The standard way to ship a car, and the most affordable. Your vehicle rides on a multi-car open trailer and is delivered to your door.
- The lowest-cost way to ship
- The most trucks, so faster pickups
- Door-to-door on every order
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The service
What open transport is
Open trailers are the long, two-level carriers you see on the highway carrying several cars at once. New cars travel from factories to dealerships this way.
Because one truck carries many vehicles, the cost of the trip is shared, which keeps your price down. Most trucks on the road are open carriers, so it is also the easiest service to schedule.
Your vehicle is secured to the trailer and inspected with you at pickup and delivery. It is exposed to weather and road dust during the trip, about the same as if it were driven.
Good fit
When open transport makes sense
- You are shipping a daily driver, family vehicle or used car
- You want the lowest price for the route
- You want the widest choice of pickup dates
- A little road dust on arrival does not concern you
What to expect
How an open shipment goes
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The driver drives your vehicle onto the trailer and secures it at the wheels.
On the road
The truck picks up and drops off other vehicles along the route, which shapes the schedule.
Arrival
Expect normal road dust. A wash after delivery makes the final inspection easier to compare with your pickup photos.
FAQ
Questions about open car transport
Is open transport safe for my car?
It is how most vehicles in the country are moved. The vehicle is secured and inspected at both ends. If you want protection from weather and debris, choose enclosed transport.
How much cheaper is open than enclosed?
The gap depends on the route and the season. Run the quote tool on this page once with each trailer type to see both prices for your shipment.
Can I ship an SUV or pickup on an open trailer?
Yes. Larger and heavier vehicles take more space and weight on the trailer, so they cost more than a sedan on the same route.
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