Can You Transport My Car During a Home Move?
Whether you’re moving within the same area, across state borders or even internationally, finding the best way to get your automobile to your destination requires some extra effort. Suddath simplifies car transportation by connecting you with trusted auto relocation service providers who specialize in vehicle shipping. Our team is here to help protect your investment while keeping your move on track.
7 Special Items You Can’t Trust Just Anyone to Move
When preparing for a move, it is necessary to plan on getting help with items that require special handling, packing, or storage. Many items in your home may not fare well with people who don’t have the training to move them, or in a facility without proper temperature and humidity control.
Moving Checklist
When you’re planning a move, it can feel like there are too many steps in your moving checklist to prioritize, let alone accomplish. This moving checklist gives you the most important steps, prioritized with a suggested timeline. Don’t worry if you’re starting less than eight weeks before your move date. You can customize this list according to your own timeline and add steps or leave out ones that don’t apply.
Why Choose Professional Car Transportation?
Professional car shipping companies eliminate the stress of long-distance vehicle transport while protecting your car from unnecessary wear during the journey. This service:
- Saves time and reduces stress: Focus on other relocation tasks while professionals handle your vehicle's journey from start to finish.
- Protects your investment: Avoid adding thousands of miles to your odometer and minimize exposure to road hazards that could damage your vehicle.
- Eliminates travel expenses: Skip the costs of fuel, lodging and meals associated with driving long distances.
- Provides insurance coverage: Insured carriers offer protection for your vehicle in transit, so you can move with confidence.
- Accommodates multiple vehicles: Professional transporters can handle one car or an entire collection with the same level of care.
How Car Transportation Works With Your Move
Suddath partners with experienced auto transport specialists — including our affiliate, Atlas Van Lines — to manage your car transportation process. Our move coordinators work directly with these auto transport carriers to schedule pickup and delivery windows that align with your relocation timeline. All Suddath auto transport partners are fully vetted and carry appropriate insurance, so your vehicle is protected by experienced professionals throughout your move.
Most vehicles qualify for open carrier transport, which safely moves cars on multi-vehicle trailers at competitive rates. For classic cars, luxury vehicles or specialty automobiles, enclosed transport provides additional protection from weather conditions and road debris.
Why Choose Suddath for Your Vehicle Transportation?
As one of the most trusted names in residential moving, Suddath brings the same dedication to excellence to every aspect of your relocation, including vehicle transport. Here's why you should pick us over other moving companies for cars:
- Nationwide network: Our extensive reach ensures reliable service, whether you're moving across town or across the country.
- Century of experience: We've been in the moving industry since our founding in 1919, which means we understand the complexities of coordinating comprehensive relocations.
- Vetted transport partners: We only connect you with licensed, insured carriers who meet our rigorous standards for professionalism and care.
- Single point of contact: Your dedicated move coordinator manages both your household move and vehicle transport, making communication seamless.
- Transparent pricing: Receive clear, up-front quotes with no hidden fees or unexpected charges.
ADDITIONAL MOVING SERVICES
Piano Moving
Suddath has trained experts who understand every piece of wood, ivory, and steel your piano is made from. We understand how damaging moisture and unnatural positioning can be to your instrument and know how to safeguard against them.
Custom Crating
Unique items or items that are particularly delicate, fragile or irregularly sized, may require their own tailored, custom crates built to protect these types of items. Our team consists of experts who will take measurements and build a crate to spec to protect these items.
White-Glove Moving
Prefer a full-service, hands-free local move? Suddath is happy to provide white-glove service options that allow you to continue with your normal daily life while we handle every single aspect of your move.
Motorcycle Moving
If you need someone to carefully transport your motorcycle during your move, Suddath can work with one of our trusted partners to ensure it gets to your new destination safely, and ready to hit the open road.
AUTOMOBILE MOVING FAQ
Time can vary just like with the move itself, based on weather, road conditions, traffic and other extenuating circumstances. For example, a company such as Atlas Van Lines suggests their typical move time is 8-10 business days domestically, but all details will be outlined in the moving agreement with the company you contract with and tracked during the process.
That all depends on the method. If you choose to hire a driver, they may charge by the mile, time, and of course the cost of fuel. With auto transport companies, there are a number of factors to consider: number of cars, weight and size of vehicles, distance, timing, special transportation vehicle needed, etc. – all of which will be factored into a detailed moving quote. An average amount found during a quick Internet search for vehicle transport estimates costs starting at $500 and moving upwards from there.
Most auto transport companies will work with you to determine any specialty accommodations for unique or high-value automobiles. This may include the vessel needed to transport the vehicle, added insurance coverage beyond standard policies, and any tools or equipment needed upon delivery, especially if the vehicle is inoperable.
Yes, it is best to ensure that your vehicle is in a condition that would allow for safe transport. Be mindful to not leave anything of value in your automobile upon its move, remember to provide the appropriate keys and documentation to accompany your vehicle, and know the level of gas that is permissible as it could add to the weight of the transport.
Upon your automobile delivery, there will be important inspections, so it is important that yourself or a trusted individual is there to receive the item(s) and finalize the process with the provider.
Request Your Car Transportation Quote Today
Looking to include vehicle shipping in your move? When you choose Suddath, you benefit from a moving company with car transport expertise built on over a century of experience. Our team will connect you with reliable partners who deliver the same level of care you expect from every service we provide. Reach out today for a comprehensive quote that includes your household move and vehicle transport.