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18min read
Aug, 9th

What Are the Different Types of Vehicles That Auto Transport Companies Will Take?

Open-air shipping is ideal for standard vehicles, with costs averaging $500–$1,000 for short-distance moves. Enclosed transport provides added protection for luxury, vintage, and classic cars, costin...

5min read
Aug, 7th

How is a Bugatti Transported?

Bugatti transport requires enclosed carriers with hydraulic lift gates, costing $2.00–$5.00 per mile for domestic moves. International shipments use climate-controlled air freight or custom container...

6min read
Jul, 23rd

How Are Lamborghinis Shipped?

Lamborghinis are shipped using enclosed carriers or air freight, with transport costs ranging from $1.50–$5.00 per mile domestically. International shipments typically require containerized or air ca...

6min read
Jul, 23rd

Can I Ship My Motorcycle to the Philippines?

Are you thinking about exploring the Philippines on a motorcycle adventure? Shipping internationally can be easy if you know what to do. You should carefully consider costs and import duties before ha...

5min read
Jul, 20th

Can I Import a Motorcycle from Japan?

Importing a motorcycle from Japan typically costs $1,000–$2,000, including ocean freight, customs duties, and delivery to U.S. port. U.S. import law allows motorcycles 25 years or older without EPA o...

6min read
Jul, 20th

What is Enclosed Delivery?

Enclosed delivery protects vehicles from weather, road debris, and theft using hard-sided trailers with liftgates and soft tie-downs. It typically costs 30–60% more than open transport, averaging $1....

7min read
Jul, 10th

What Planes Can Carry a Car?

Aircraft like the Boeing 747-400F and Antonov AN-124 can carry cars, offering up to 250–300 inches of cargo height clearance. Air freight for cars costs $15,000–$35,000 depending on vehicle size, rou...

8min read
Jul, 5th

What is PCC in Shipping?

PCC in shipping stands for Pure Car Carrier, a vessel type designed exclusively for transporting vehicles on multiple enclosed decks. PCC ships use internal ramps and lift systems to move cars effici...

6min read
Jul, 3rd

How to Ship a Car Overseas | What Documents & Costs Are Involved?

Overseas car shipping requires a valid title, photo ID, bill of sale, and customs forms like CBP 3299 and EPA 3520-1. Port-to-port transport averages $1,000–$5,000 depending on destination, vehicle s...

10min read
Jul, 3rd

What is FTR in Car Shipping?

FTR stands for Freight on Terms of Receipt — it determines who controls transport logistics, liability, and shipping costs. Most FTR-designated auto shipments use base-to-base delivery, with pricing...

6min read
Jun, 30th

What is CFC in Shipping?

CFC in shipping stands for Consolidation Freight Container, used to group multiple smaller shipments into a single ocean container. It lowers per-unit shipping costs for partial loads and is ideal fo...

6min read
Jun, 30th

What Is Full Vehicle Weight?

Full vehicle weight refers to curb weight plus passengers, cargo, and fluids—used to calculate legal load limits for transport. Exceeding full vehicle weight can result in DOT violations, axle damage...

6min read
Jun, 29th

What Cars Cannot be Imported to the USA?

Vehicles under 25 years old that don’t meet DOT and EPA standards are prohibited unless modified and certified by a Registered Importer. Cars with right-hand drive layouts are generally restricted unl...

6min read
Jun, 26th

Can You Ship an Electric Car by Air?

Air freight shipping for electric vehicles starts at $15,000–$30,000, depending on route, vehicle size, and lithium battery regulations. Most air cargo carriers require EV battery charge under 30% an...

6min read
Jun, 21st

How Expensive is it to Ship a Car from Europe to the USA?

Shipping a car from Europe to the U.S. costs $1,200–$5,000, based on port selection, vehicle size, and shipping method. Roll-on/roll-off (RoRo) is the most affordable option; enclosed container shipp...

8min read
Jun, 5th

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A-1 Auto Transport is a disclosed agent for the following shipping companies:

CSI Logistics
435 Division Street
Elizabeth, NJ 07201
FMC 22206
Intl Cargo
45 Campus Drive
Edison, NJ 08837
NO. 17858N
Trans Global Auto Logistics, Inc.
3401 E Randol Mill Rd,
Arlington, TX 76011
NO. 018191NF
CFR Rinkens
15501 Texaco Avenue
Paramount, CA 90723
NO. 013055NF
ABC Worldwide LLC
2840 NW 2nd Ave #105
Boca Raton, FL 33431
NO. 025472F
ShipYourCarNow LLC
1160 South Rogers Circle Suite 1
Boca Raton, FL 33487
NO. 025646
Merco Air & Ocean Cargo, Inc.
6 Fir Way
Cooper City, FL 33026
NO. 021869F
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