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Cars are secured with soft straps or wheel chocks on open or enclosed carriers to prevent movement during transit. Enclosed shipping may include padded walls, liftgates, and drip protection for luxur...

Mercury Auto Transport is a licensed FMCSA broker (MC #647319) but does not operate its own carrier fleet. Customer reviews note variable pricing and frequent reliance on third-party carriers to fulf...

Sherpa Auto Transport holds FMCSA license MC #871995 and operates as a broker, not a carrier with its own trucks. The “Price Lock Promise” limits pricing surprises but may delay booking if carrier bi...

Port congestion and labor shortages increase vessel wait times, causing delays of 3–14 days at major global terminals. Container imbalances and equipment shortages raise shipping costs and limit spac...

Saltwater exposure during sea transport can cause corrosion; enclosed containers offer significantly better protection than RoRo for high-value vehicles. Rough seas and shifting cargo increase damage...

Shipping a snowmobile typically costs $500–$1,000, with enclosed transport preferred for weather protection and secure loading. Average delivery time is 3–7 days for domestic routes; crating may be r...

Most carriers allow up to 100 lbs of personal items in the trunk, but contents are not covered by transport insurance. Overloaded vehicles may face FMCSA weight violations, inspection delays, or adde...

Amtrak Auto Train operates between Lorton, VA and Sanford, FL — no direct service from New York terminals is available. Total cost for car and passenger starts around $500–$1,200, depending on vehicl...