Auto Driveaway, Truckaway & Professional Driver Transport Services

1. Service Options For Vehicle Driveaway Transport
2. Door To Door
3. State To State
4. Cross Country & Long Distance Delivery
5. Truckaway, Vans & Oversize Vehicles
6. Motorhome & RV Driveaway Delivery
7. Expedited Vehicle Transport
8. Employee Vehicle Delivery
9. Moving Day Transport
10. Storage
11. Preparing Your Vehicle For Driveaway Transport
12. Cleaning
13. Service Checkup
14. Vehicle Assessment

Driveaway auto transport is one of the lesser known options in the car shipping world, but it can be the perfect solution in the right situation. If you need a quick, affordable way to get your vehicle from point A to point B without having to drive it yourself, auto driveaway may be for you.

Hiring a professional to drive your car is far and away the cheapest method of transport and it comes with the added benefit of being able to store a few items in the trunk during the trip. In the sections below, we’ll answer the primary questions about auto driveaway and offer some explanations of the different services available, as well as some tips to help you get the best value.

Do you have questions about vehicle driveaway services? Call us today at the number at the top of the page if you’d like some answers, or if you’re ready to get a FREE no obligation cost estimate! We’re happy to help you with professional, affordable driveaway services to or from anywhere in the continental United States!

Service Options For Vehicle Driveaway Transport

While the basic mechanics of driveaway transport are the same no matter what type of service you choose, you might be surprised to find there are a number of options available. Whether you’re shipping a vehicle across the state or across the country, there’s a driveaway service for you regardless of destination or size of the vehicle. If you’re looking for an option that’s not listed here, give us a call and we’ll help you find a way to get the job done affordably and professionally!

Door To Door

One of the advantages of auto driveaway as opposed to other methods of shipping is that door-to-door auto transport is much easier. Since our drivers will be operating the vehicle itself, rather than a large truck that’s hauling it, it’s much easier to deliver to a specific address. Whereas a transport carrier may be difficult to fit into tight spaces or narrow streets, this concern isn’t usually an issue with door-to-door driveaway and delivery services.

State To State

Just as with door-to-door driveaway transport, state to state delivery is easy and efficient. This can be a good option if you’re moving or doing long-term traveling in an area that’s in another state. If you have multiple vehicles or need to drive a moving truck (or need one driven for you), hiring someone to transport the extra vehicle can help you move in one fell swoop, rather than take multiple trips.

Cross Country & Long Distance Delivery

Cross country and long distance vehicle shipping are usually done with the standard method since driveaway services can add considerable mileage when driving through several states. There are, however, circumstances in which a customer may want long distance transport using driveaway service and we are happy to accommodate them. Most often, these customers are relocating, traveling, buying a vehicle, or long-term seasonal visitors to another part of the U.S., such as snowbirds. The main concern here is the miles put on the car, which can be substantial depending on the distance.

Truckaway, Vans & Oversize Vehicles

Larger vehicles can be moved using driveaway services too, including trucks, vans, and oversize vehicles. These are sometimes collectively referred to as truckaway transport. Depending on the type of truck, it may require a specific class of license to operate, in which case we urge customers to let us know as soon as possible. The same holds true of any transport assignment that would require a commercial license of any kind. Though we do have drivers available to handle such requests, not all drivers have the right class of license or certification to drive large trucks and oversize vehicles. If you need to know more about the vehicle licensing laws by state, you can find more information by clicking here. For information about driveaway services for RVs and motorhomes, see the section below.

Motorhome & RV Driveaway Delivery

Driveaway transport can be used to deliver more than just standard sized cars and trucks. In fact, you can hire a driver to ship any type of vehicle that can be driven, including RVs and motorhomes. The same applies to vans, trucks, buses, and moving trucks.

Some motorhomes may require a special type of license in order to operate them, which makes it helpful to work with a professional driveaway company that does background checks, requests driving records, and does regular checks on licensing requirements. Many of our clients that request cost estimates for motorhome delivery are doing so because they’re either buying or selling—driveway delivery is ideal for this sort of one-way shipment.

Expedited Vehicle Transport

While there are time and distance limits on traditional car shipping, this is not generally the case with the driveaway option. Since most cars are shipped in multiples on the back of a transport carrier, the transport load is very heavy and thus puts a limit on how far and fast the driver can go. Aside from that, there are also strict mileage and drive time limits on deliveries made this way, which can stretch what would be a two day drive into a week long delivery.

Luckily, this is not the case with drive away services since your own vehicle is being driven, which makes expedited vehicle transport and rush jobs much easier to accomplish. While there are still limits based on the terms dictated by the driver and customer, it is much easier and faster to use a driveaway service in these circumstances.

Employee Vehicle Delivery

Auto driveaway services can be very helpful when delivering a vehicle for a relocating employee. In fact, it’s more common than you might think. In many cases, this service is requested when a company transfers or promotes an employee and they have to work out of a different location. Sometimes this can be in another state or part of the country, which is where hiring a driveaway service can come in handy. Many companies offer relocation packages in these instances, meaning they pay for the flight and moving costs on behalf of the employee, sometimes even including a housing stipend. Arranging shipment separately can ensure that your car is safely delivered and ready for use by the time you arrive.

Moving Day Transport

One our most popular services is moving day auto transport. While we offer both moving and auto shipping on their own, the convenience and savings to be had by combining the two is something that really appeals to our clients. Rather than juggle multiple vehicles and moving trips, you can get it all done at once, whether you’re driving a moving truck yourself or hiring professional movers to handle the job. Customers who want the ultimate in convenience will often hire us for both moving and car shipping and simply fly to their new home where their car(s) and belongings are already waiting.

Visit our long distance moving page if you’d like to know about what services are offered, which ones may be right for you! We’re happy to help if you’d like a free estimate for the cost of household moving, with or without driveaway service.

Storage

As with any type of moving or car shipping service, short-term storage is available for driveaway vehicle transport. We partner with moving and storage facilities throughout the U.S. to make sure our clients have storage options available, no matter where the vehicle is being shipped to. This can be a real benefit to customers who may not be able to be present when the vehicle is delivered. If you feel you might need storage in addition to driveaway transport, make sure you mention it to the company you work with before agreeing to a contract. Most auto shippers are able to affordably bundle vehicle storage along with their other services to provide a discount if you happen to need both shipping and storage.

Preparing Your Vehicle For Driveaway Transport

There are some minor preparations you need to make before your vehicle can be picked up and delivered. For the most part, this entails cleaning the vehicle, removing anything unnecessary, and having it looked at by a mechanic before it’s driven. In this section, we’ll go over each of these topics and briefly describe what you’ll need to do to make sure your vehicle is ready to go on pickup day.

Cleaning

While it may seem like something of a chore, it’s important to have the vehicle cleaned, both inside and out, before it’s picked up to be driven to the destination. The car doesn’t need to be spotless, but you should remove any clutter or anything that’s unnecessary for the trip. In some cases, you can store a few items in the vehicle to be transported with it, but there are often limits on the amount. Typically, you’re allowed to store items in the trunk of the vehicle being delivered. The main concern is that nothing be inside the vehicle that could shift around during driving or be a distraction to the driver.

As for the outside of the vehicle, cleanliness is important for a different reason. The condition of the vehicle will be documented before it’s driven away and those notes are used to compare with the condition at the end of the trip. Any damages to the vehicle upon delivery should be the same as that documented before departure—this is to safeguard you against any potential damage or accident that could occur during shipment.

Service Checkup

Getting a service checkup is a key part of preparation when you’re using a driveaway transport service. Since your vehicle will be driven rather than shipped, it’s clearly important that it be in good mechanical condition to make it through the trip.

• Oil & fluids check
• Tire pressure & tread
• Brakes & pads
• Headlights & turning signals
• Air filter
• Vehicle alignment
• Battery
• Timing belt
• Windshield wipers & fluid

Beyond the items to check mentioned above, it’s a good idea to consult your owner’s manual for any mechanical checks that are specific to your vehicle. The manual always includes a maintenance schedule that is a good idea to stick to whether you’re having your car transported or just making sure you get the best performance and longevity out of your vehicle possible.

Vehicle Assessment

A vehicle assessment should always be part of any method of vehicle shipping and auto driveaway is no different. There are two parts to the assessment, one is done before transport, the other after. The two assessments are then compared to determine if any damages occurred during the trip.

Things that are inspected include the following:

• Vehicle body for dents, scratches
• Interior for any rips or stains
• Tire tread
• Turn signals
• Head lights
• Brake lights
• Leaks

These are the basic components that you’ll find are part of most pre-shipping inspections. Of course, it can vary from one operation to another and some are more thorough than others. For vehicle driveaway services, companies tend to err on the side of caution and be more thorough since the vehicle will be on the road and logging mileage.

It’s often a good idea to do your own informal inspection, even with photo documentation if possible. While the inspection process is designed to make sure your car or truck arrives in the same condition, it’s always a good idea to have your own records in case a claim needs to be filed.

Do you need any of the driveaway services mentioned above? Have questions about the process or how it works? Feel free to contact us any time and we’ll be happy to explain all the available options, as well as pricing structures. All inquiries receive a FREE cost estimate with no obligation required!