Consumer Vehicle Shipping for Cars, Trucks, SUVs, EVs, and Vans
Need to move a personal vehicle, but not sure which shipping option fits? AutoStar helps drivers ship cars, pickups, SUVs, electric vehicles, and vans nationwide with clear guidance, vetted carrier coordination, and a real person you can call before the planning gets weird.
Trusted Consumer Vehicle Shipping Solution.
- 19+ Years In Business
- Since 2007
- Vehicles shipped
- 300,000+
- Auto transport coverage
- Nationwide
Choose the Right Vehicle Shipping Service.
Consumer vehicle shipping is not one-size-fits-all. Start with the vehicle type below, or call us if you want help choosing.
Car Shipping
Explore Car ShippingFor sedans, coupes, hatchbacks, daily drivers, online purchases, and family vehicles that need to move without turning into a long-distance road trip.
Truck Shipping
Explore Truck ShippingFor pickups, work trucks, lifted trucks, dually trucks, modified trucks, and larger personal vehicles where size, height, weight, or equipment matters.
SUV Shipping
Explore SUV ShippingFor family SUVs, crossovers, larger personal vehicles, college moves, relocations, and seasonal trips where comfort does not need to come with extra miles.
EV Shipping
Explore EV ShippingFor electric vehicles, hybrids, Teslas, and battery-powered vehicles where range, charging, loading, and carrier coordination need a little extra attention.
Van Shipping
Explore Van ShippingFor minivans, passenger vans, cargo vans, conversion vans, and family or personal-use vans that need nationwide transport.
Not Sure Which Service Fits? Call Before You Guess.
Some vehicles are easy to classify. Some are not. A shipping specialist can help match your vehicle to the right transport option and explain what details affect the quote.
- Since 2007
- Licensed and insured
- No upfront payment
- Nationwide service
When Consumer Vehicle Shipping Makes Sense.
Shipping a vehicle can be simpler than driving it yourself when the route is long, the timing is tight, or the vehicle is too important to add unnecessary miles.
Moving to Another State
Get a QuoteMove a personal vehicle without turning the relocation into another long-distance drive.
Online or Out-of-State Purchase
Call (855) 881-6629Coordinate delivery after buying a vehicle from a seller, dealer, or marketplace in another state.
College Vehicle Shipping
Get a QuoteSend a student car to campus while reducing family travel logistics and added vehicle mileage.
Seasonal Relocation
Call (855) 881-6629Move a household vehicle for a snowbird trip, seasonal stay, or second-home schedule.
Second Household Vehicle
Get a QuoteTransport an extra vehicle when one driver cannot bring every vehicle to the new location.
Avoid Added Mileage
Call (855) 881-6629Protect a car, truck, SUV, EV, or van from unnecessary wear, road weather, and long-route fatigue.
Decision Guide
Ship It or Drive It?
Compare when to ship, when to drive, and when to call AutoStar before choosing.
| Attribute | Often practical Ship the vehicle Best for longer routes | Drive it yourself Best for short trips | Call AutoStar first Best for special details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best fit | Winner: Long-distance moves, out-of-state purchases, college moves, seasonal relocation, and second vehicles | Short trips, flexible schedules, and routes you actually want to drive | Larger vehicles, EVs, vans, modified trucks, tight timing, or non-running vehicles |
| What to consider | Winner: Saves time, avoids added mileage, and lets a carrier handle the long route | Adds mileage, fuel, meals, possible hotel costs, and your own time behind the wheel | Helps confirm the right transport method before you request a quote |
- Best fit
- Ship the vehicle: Winner: Long-distance moves, out-of-state purchases, college moves, seasonal relocation, and second vehicles
- Drive it yourself: Short trips, flexible schedules, and routes you actually want to drive
- Call AutoStar first: Larger vehicles, EVs, vans, modified trucks, tight timing, or non-running vehicles
- What to consider
- Ship the vehicle: Winner: Saves time, avoids added mileage, and lets a carrier handle the long route
- Drive it yourself: Adds mileage, fuel, meals, possible hotel costs, and your own time behind the wheel
- Call AutoStar first: Helps confirm the right transport method before you request a quote
What Affects Consumer Vehicle Shipping Cost?
Vehicle shipping prices depend on the route, the vehicle, and how much flexibility the shipment has.
Distance, pickup and delivery locations, carrier availability, and door-to-door access.
- Distance and route availability
- Pickup and delivery locations
Size, weight, height, clearance, running condition, and special handling needs.
- Size, weight, height, and clearance
- Running or non-running condition
Open or enclosed carrier selection changes planning and pricing expectations.
- Open or enclosed transport
- Special handling for EVs, modified vehicles, trucks, or vans
Timing flexibility, season, and availability influence the final route-specific quote.
- Timing flexibility and season
- Carrier availability
Cost Planning
Share vehicle details up front to avoid quote guesswork.
If the vehicle is unusual, tall, heavy, modified, low-clearance, electric, or non-running, a phone call can save time.
Consumer Auto Transport Options.
Open transport is the most common option for many standard cars, SUVs, trucks, and vans.
Enclosed transport adds protection from weather and road debris for higher-value or lower-clearance vehicles.
Door-to-door coordination gets the carrier as close as safely and legally possible to each address.
EVs, lifted trucks, high-roof vans, modified vehicles, and non-running vehicles may need additional details before carrier assignment.
Process
How Consumer Vehicle Shipping Works.
A simple four-step path from choosing the right service to checking the vehicle at delivery.
- 1
Choose the Vehicle Path
Pick a Vehicle TypeStart with car, truck, SUV, EV, or van shipping. If your vehicle does not fit neatly into one category, call AutoStar and we will help route the request.
- 2
Get a Route-Specific Quote
Get a Free QuoteShare pickup and delivery locations, vehicle details, timing, and transport preference. The more accurate the details, the cleaner the quote.
- 3
Prepare for Pickup
Call With Pickup Questions (855) 881-6629Remove personal items, keep the fuel level low, have keys ready, take photos, and make sure the pickup location has safe carrier access.
- 4
Complete Delivery
Speak With a Specialist (855) 881-6629At delivery, inspect the vehicle, compare its condition to pickup notes, and sign the delivery paperwork once everything is checked.
Quick Vehicle Shipping Prep Checklist.
Remove personal belongings.
Leave about a quarter tank of fuel or less, unless told otherwise.
Have a working key available.
Wash the vehicle enough to see its condition clearly.
Take photos before pickup and note existing damage during inspection.
Share special details early, including low clearance, modifications, charging needs, height, weight, or non-running condition.
Trusted Consumer Vehicle Shipping Services.
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Nationwide Coverage
Nationwide Auto Transport for Personal Vehicles
AutoStar helps coordinate consumer vehicle shipping across the United States for moves, out-of-state purchases, college vehicles, and seasonal relocation.
- Nationwide Car Shipping(Region)
For cars, daily drivers, online purchases, and family vehicles.
- Truck Transport(Region)
For consumer pickups and lightly modified trucks.
- Electric Vehicle Shipping(Region)
For electric vehicles, hybrids, and battery-powered vehicles that need coordinated handling.
- SUV Shipping(Region)
For family SUVs, and slightly larger personal vehicles.
- Van shipping(Region)
For minivans, passenger vans, cargo vans, conversion vans, and personal-use vans.
FAQs
Consumer Vehicle Shipping Questions, Answered.
Quick answers for choosing and preparing for personal vehicle transport.
Consumer vehicle shipping is auto transportation for personal vehicles such as cars, trucks, SUVs, EVs, and vans. It helps drivers move a vehicle without driving it the full distance themselves.
AutoStar can help with many personal vehicle types, including cars, pickup trucks, SUVs, electric vehicles, hybrids, minivans, passenger vans, cargo vans, and some modified or non-running vehicles. The right option depends on the vehicle details.
Choose the page that best matches the vehicle. If the vehicle is modified, oversized, electric, non-running, or hard to classify, call AutoStar and a specialist can help point you to the right service.
Cost depends on distance, route, vehicle size and weight, transport type, timing, vehicle condition, and pickup or delivery access. A route-specific quote is the best way to get accurate pricing.
Open transport works well for many everyday vehicles. Enclosed transport is often chosen for classic, luxury, exotic, collector, low-clearance, or high-value vehicles that need extra protection.
Timing depends on the route, carrier availability, distance, season, weather, and pickup or delivery access. AutoStar can provide timing guidance when you request a quote or call with your route details.
Yes, door-to-door coordination is commonly available when carrier access is safe and legal. If a carrier cannot reach the exact address, the driver may coordinate a nearby location with enough room.
Remove personal items, keep fuel low, have keys ready, take photos, note the vehicle condition, and share any special details such as low clearance, modifications, EV charging needs, or non-running condition.
Vehicles are transported by licensed and insured carriers. Ask your shipping specialist what coverage applies to your shipment and review inspection paperwork at pickup and delivery.
Request a quote online if you know the vehicle, route, date, and transport preference. Call AutoStar if you are unsure which vehicle service fits, need help comparing options, or have a vehicle with special details.
Ready to Ship the Right Vehicle the Right Way?
Start with the vehicle type, request a quote, or call AutoStar if you want help choosing the best path.
- Since 2007
- Licensed and insured
- No upfront payment
- Nationwide service