Vehicle Transport Across the U.S.
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What Is Vehicle Transport?
Vehicle transport is the service of moving a car, truck or SUV on a carrier trailer instead of driving it. You book the move, a vetted carrier picks the vehicle up, and it is delivered at the destination — inspected at both ends and covered by the carrier’s cargo insurance in between.
What We Transport
- Cars and sedans
- Pickup trucks
- SUVs and crossovers
- Classic and collector cars
- Exotic and high-value vehicles
- Non-running and salvage vehicles
- Auction and online purchases
- Multi-vehicle moves and dealer inventory
Who This Is For
- Buyers who purchased a vehicle out of state — at auction, online or from a dealer
- Families relocating who cannot drive every vehicle
- Dealers and automotive businesses moving inventory
- Owners of classics, exotics and specialty vehicles that should not add miles
- Anyone with a vehicle that no longer runs
How Vehicle Transport Works
Tell Us About the Vehicle
Year, make, model, whether it runs, and where it is going. That is everything we need to start.
We Match the Carrier
We select a vetted carrier with the right equipment for your vehicle and route, and confirm insurance before dispatch.
Pickup & Transport
The driver inspects and documents the vehicle at pickup. You stay informed while it is on the road.
Delivery & Final Inspection
The vehicle is inspected again at delivery. You confirm everything matches the pickup condition before signing off.
Open or Enclosed — Which Carrier Does Your Vehicle Need?
Open carriers are the standard of the industry: multi-vehicle trailers that move most cars, trucks and SUVs at the best price. Enclosed carriers add full protection from weather and road debris for classics, exotics and high-value vehicles. If you are not sure, your specialist recommends the right fit for the vehicle’s value and the route.
Cost Factors
Vehicle transport pricing is not a flat rate — it reflects the route, the vehicle and the equipment needed. These are the factors that move the number:
| Factor | Impact |
|---|---|
| Distance & route | Line-haul cost and how often carriers run the lane |
| Vehicle size & weight | How much carrier capacity it uses |
| Running or non-running | Winch-equipped carrier requirement |
| Open vs enclosed | Enclosed protection typically costs more |
| Timing flexibility | Expedited pickup narrows the carrier pool |
How Long Does It Take?
Most vehicle shipments are matched with a carrier within a few days of booking — often faster on busy lanes. Transit time depends on distance, route and equipment: regional moves often deliver in 1–3 days, while coast-to-coast shipments average 7–10 days. Your logistics specialist confirms a realistic pickup window when you book and keeps you updated through delivery.
Insurance & Safety
Every carrier in the Dobie network is vetted for active operating authority and insurance before a load is assigned. Your vehicle is covered by the carrier's cargo insurance from pickup to delivery, and our dispatch team verifies the certificate of insurance before every dispatch — not once a year.
Where We Coordinate It
Dobie coordinates vehicle transport across all 50 states, with deep operating experience in Texas, the South Texas border region and cross-border routes into Mexico. Wherever the pickup and the delivery are, one team manages the entire move.
Shipments Like Yours
Explore Vehicle Transport
Every situation is a little different. Find the page that matches yours.
Open Car Transport
The most common way to ship a vehicle nationwide.
Enclosed Vehicle Transport
Full protection for high-value vehicles.
Non-Running Vehicles
It does not need to start to be moved.
Auction Purchases
Copart, IAA, dealer auctions — picked up on time.
Dealer & Business Transport
Inventory moves coordinated around your operation.
Online Purchase Transport
Buy anywhere. We handle the distance.
Classic Car Transport
Care matched to the condition and value.
Exotic & High-Value
Low-clearance and specialty automobiles.
Pickup Truck Transport
Work trucks and personal pickups.
SUV Transport
Across the state or across the country.
Multi-Vehicle Transport
Two cars or a whole fleet.
Expedited Vehicle Transport
When pickup timing is critical.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to ship a car?
Most standard open-carrier moves fall in a range driven by distance, vehicle size and lane demand — a short regional move costs far less than a coast-to-coast run. Because rates change with the market, we quote each move individually. Send us the vehicle and the route and a specialist prices it for you: quotes are free, with no hidden fees.
How long does vehicle transport take?
Most domestic moves deliver in 1–7 days depending on distance. Coast-to-coast runs average 7–10 days, and we confirm a pickup window when you book.
Is my vehicle insured during transport?
Yes. Every carrier in our network is fully licensed and insured, and your quote includes cargo coverage from pickup to delivery. We verify the certificate of insurance before dispatch.
Can you ship a car that doesn’t run?
Yes. We assign carriers with winch equipment for non-running vehicles. Let us know the condition when you request the quote so the right equipment shows up.
Do I need to be there for pickup and delivery?
You or someone you trust should be present at both ends to hand over keys and sign the inspection report. Many customers use a family member, a dealer or a seller as the contact.
Is door-to-door transport included?
Yes — carriers pick up and deliver as close as safely and legally possible to your addresses. If a street cannot fit a carrier, the driver arranges a nearby meeting point.
Last reviewed: August 2026 · Reviewed by the Dobie Transport logistics team
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