What If the Carrier Truck Is Too Large to Pick Up or Drop Off Your Car at The Agreed Location?

A carrier truck can go up to 75 feet in length, which makes it impossible to navigate narrow roads, especially in residential areas. For such cases, they will attempt to get your vehicle as close as possible to the agreed pick-up and delivery location. They will arrange for a compromised pick-up or drop-off location.

Is My Car Shipped on The Same Truck Through the Journey?

Yes. Your vehicle is ferried on the same truck throughout the entire time. Only a mechanical breakdown on the carrier truck could require the transport company to move cars to a different truck.

Can A Transport Company Pick up and Deliver to My Location of Choice?

Yes. The door-to-door service requires the transport company to pick up your vehicle from your location of choice and ship it to your destination. However, your pick-up and drop-off locations should be accessible to the carrier truck.

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Shippensburg Car Shipping Company, PA

Published by Joe Webster.

Shippensburg, PA, 17257, USA

Safe And Reliable Auto Transport Services to Shippensburg With A-1 Auto Transport

Shippensburg is a great neighborhoods to visit or set up a home. A report by CCTV World ranked Shippensburg as the 56th safest city in the country, with a crime rate of 107.72 per 100,000 people. Interestingly, it’s the only city in Pennsylvania that appeared in the top 100 list. The Beistle Company, decorations and party goods manufacture, and Volvo Construction Equipment are headquartered in Shippensburg.

Moving a car to Shippensburg may seem like a logistical nightmare, especially when you have to cover thousands of miles. The thought of driving through unfamiliar roads for days is not something everyone can handle. So, choosing auto transport service over self-driving is not a difficult decision. Your only challenge is finding the right auto transport company.

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Shippensburg Auto Transport Pricing & Time To Ship Your Car Examples

Shipping To / From Shippensburg, PA	Distance	Cost	Estimated Time In Transit
Shippensburg, PA To Hopkinsville, KY	704 miles	$1,268 - $1,550	2 - 4 Days
Madison, WI To Shippensburg, PA	772 miles	$1,389 - $1,698	2 - 4 Days
Shippensburg, PA To Grand Rapids city, MI	582 miles	$1,047 - $1,280	2 - 4 Days
Arlington, VA To Shippensburg, PA	110 miles	$197 - $241	1 - 3 Days
Shippensburg, PA To Columbia, MO	869 miles	$1,563 - $1,911	3 - 5 Days
Lawton, OK To Shippensburg, PA	1335 miles	$2,402 - $2,936	4 - 6 Days
Shippensburg, PA To Woodbridge, NJ	197 miles	$355 - $433	1 - 3 Days
Bossier City, LA To Shippensburg, PA	1203 miles	$2,166 - $2,647	4 - 6 Days
Shippensburg, PA To Brooklyn Park, MN	1043 miles	$1,877 - $2,294	3 - 5 Days
Jackson, MS To Shippensburg, PA	990 miles	$1,783 - $2,179	3 - 5 Days

*Prices and times for Pennsylvania auto shipping are estimated. They can vary depending on the season and what type of vehicle you are shipping.

The Auto Transport Process Explained

Auto transport, auto shipping or vehicle transport is not something you do every day. An average person only ships a car not more than five times in life. So, most people are not familiar with the auto transport process. It may not seem essential to learn the auto-shipping process but it will help you avoid mistakes that could cost the safety of your vehicle and prevent you from overpaying.

Here is a breakdown of how to go about the auto transport process.

Determine How You Want Your Automobile Delivered

Your preferred drop-off/pick-up locations affect the overall shipping cost. Opting for the door-to-door service is more expensive and offers more convenience than terminal-to-terminal service.

The terminal-to-terminal service will require you to take your car to designated drop-off and pick-up locations. While this will cost you less, you’ll need to make arrangements to deliver your vehicle to the agreed location and pick it up at a predetermined destination. This means that your car will spend hours or days at a terminus and could be exposed to damage or theft. Always inquire about the safety of the transport company terminus before you select this option.

The door-to-door delivery service means the carrier company picks up your vehicle from your preferred location (home, workplace or nearest town center) and delivers it to your desired destination. It’s the safest and most convenient way to ship a car. Because of the extra mileage and time involved, this method costs slightly more than terminal-to-terminal service.

Remember that door-to-door service is applicable only when the pick-up and drop-off locations are accessible to the carrier truck ferrying your car. If not, you may need to set up a delivery point close to your final destination.

Choose A Suitable Carrier Option

Most car owners prefer open carriers because they are cheaper, readily available and highly flexible. The biggest challenge with this transport option is that your vehicle is exposed to road debris or harsh weather conditions. The risks posed by such elements are low, and the insurance cover usually covers your car.

Enclosed transport is most suitable for shipping classic or pricey automobiles. They come with additional safety measures and can carry fewer cars than open carriers, raising the shipping cost by up to 60%.

Speak to an expert If you’re not sure which auto carrier option is most suitable to ferry your car.

Gather Multiple Auto Transport Quotes

Compare quotes from several transporters and consider the following factors.

Insurance: The insurance cost must be included in the quote. Plus, keep an eye on all the insurance policy clauses to ensure it covers all the damages that might occur during shipping. The auto transport company insurance policy does not cover personal items kept in the car, so ensure to unload them before handover.

Auto transport rates: Most companies charge per mile, which is often lower for longer distances than shorter distances.

Delay policy: Delays are not uncommon in auto shipping. The transport company should have a clear delay policy that outlines what happens if there is a delay during pick up or drops off.

Auto transport shipping timeframes

Booking a slot with a transport company eight or nine weeks in advance gives you more flexibility and lowers the shipping cost. It also gives you time to find a carrier company that meets your needs at the best possible price.

You can do a few things to make your car ready for shipping.

Clean and unload unnecessary items: A clean vehicle is easy to inspect as you can quickly point out any scratches or paint chips at the delivery point. While some transporters allow a few items on the car, usually 100 pounds, the Department of Transportation forbids carrier companies from shipping with personal items. And if you must keep anything on a vehicle shipment, ensure to inform the carrier company.

Leave the gas tank ¼ filled: Gasoline increases the overall weight of your vehicle and poses a danger to the safety of your car. Your vehicle only needs enough fuel to facilitate loading, unloading and possibly a drive to the nearest gas station.

Inspect the car for damages: Take a few photos before and after to help make up your case in case you need to claim at the end of the shipping process. Most importantly, note all the new damages on the Bill of Lading. If you don’t mention damages on your vehicle at the delivery stage, you could be denied the chance of compensation.

Ship Your Car with A-1 Auto Transport

Call us at 1-888-230-9116 to learn more about auto transport.

Our booking process is straightforward. We have an experienced team of professionals that will take you through the process from start to finish. So, you have no reason to worry if it’s your first time shipping a car.

We will pick up your vehicle from the agreed location to Shippensburg or any other neighborhood within the shortest time possible. All our drivers are appropriately licensed to navigate long trucks, and they understand all the roads in the country.

If you’re happy with our quote, we will send you an agreement that guarantees the price, door-to-door service and 100% insurance coverage and without any additional fees.

Neighborhood Areas We Serve

Our vehicle transport services are proud to help with your move in any of the neighborhoods you see below. And if you don't see your neighborhood listed here, don't worry because we can most likely service it.