Auto Transport Services in Carlsbad

Safe And Reliable Carlsbad Car Shipping Services By A-1 Auto Transport

Welcome to the Carlsbad, CA car transport directory! Here you’ll find some advice on how to choose an auto carrier, regardless of what type of vehicle you need shipped and where it’s going. We also have a local auto transport directory that lists companies that offer services to and from Carlsbad and North County San Diego. At the bottom of the page are some resources you can access to learn more about the process of shipping a vehicle and what to look out for when hiring a company to do it for you. If you have further questions or would like a free cost estimate, contact us at the number at the top of the page.

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Cost & Time To Ship Your Car Examples

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

Using Carlsbad Vehicle Transport Companies

• Brokers - Much of the cargo shipping industry relies on brokers to put clients in touch with carriers and this is definitely true of the auto transport industry. When you search online for a company, many of the websites you encounter will be brokers that you submit your information to, who then connect with a carrier that ships the vehicle for you. Brokers have access to load boards where they place your request and allow companies to bid on the shipment. Booking your car shipping with a broker can be a good way to get a low price without having to call around to several companies.
• Carriers - A carrier is the person or company that handles the shipping of the vehicle. If you prefer to deal directly with the person who will be moving your vehicle, you should find a carrier in your area. It should be noted that many companies act as both a broker and a carrier, taking the requests that fit with their delivery routes and passing the others along to a carrier that can ship the car.
• FMCSA Registration - Both brokers and carriers in the auto transport industry must be registered with the FMCSA, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration. Brokers and carriers will be issued an MC#, or motor carrier license number, from the FMCSA and carriers will also have a USDOT#. You can easily do some basic research about a company with either of the numbers on the FMCSA website to determine if they are a broker or carrier if it’s not explained on their website.

Long Distance Auto Transport to/from Carlsbad

If you’re looking for a carrier to take your car to Carlsbad, we have 2 main types you can choose from: enclosed and open. Enclosed carriers are more expensive to book, so people tend to only pick them if they need the delivery to be fast or if they have a fragile or very expensive vehicle that needs special care and protection.

For most auto transport requests, open carriers are employed. They’re very large, able to carry 12 cars at a time, so the price of using one is also reasonable. The cost of transportation is shared with many other customers, so the company can lower it significantly.

Shipping Luxury and Classic Cars in Carlsbad

Transporting a luxury or classic car around Phoenix using the DIY method is usually not the best idea. Also, if your car is supposed to be presented in a show, then dust, rain or things that fly towards it may destroy the image you are trying to accentuate.

An enclosed truck is the solution to all these problems. Such carriers isolate the car from outside problems. They need less time to transport and are generally more reliable. For more details, you can contact our main office using the phone number presented on our website.

Special Discounts in Carlsbad

Anyone interested in obtaining a special or a discount should set his/her sights on obtaining several. With A1 auto transport's large range of offers, this is certainly possible.

Not only can you obtain a seasonal deal easily by synchronizing your shipment with the next one, but you'll receive a first timer special the first time you try out our services.

Of course, this is just the beginning. We encourage you to check out our senior specials. If these do not apply to you, then maybe our student or military discounts will. There's also a strong possibility you can receive a snowbird special if you call us during autumn and spring.

Carlsbad Auto Transport Company Directory

Angelic Transport

An auto shipper that serves the lower 48 states, Angelic Transport moves cars for military, students, businesses and more. They have 25 years of experience, are fully licensed, bonded and insured and offer door-to-door car shipping.

3750 Carnegie Dr., Oceanside, CA 92056

(760) 637-2026

AA Auto Transport Service

AA is an auto carrier out of San Diego with 30 years of experience and 15 full-time employees. They ship everything from cars to heavy machinery and offer service to all 50 states, including Hawaii and Alaska, as well as Canada.

7968 Arjons Dr. #111, San Diego, CA 92126

(800) 466-6935

TNT Transport Services

TNT offers free price quotes through their website and ship to more than 80 locations across the U.S. They have both open and enclosed car carriers available and offer shipping for single cars, multiple vehicles, and entire fleets.

32819 Temecula Pkwy, Temecula, CA 92592

(800) 872-8681

Carlsbad Auto Shipping Resources

Auto Transport Consumer Advisory (PDF) - A document from the FMCSA that explains some of the basic consumer information you should be aware of when hiring a company to ship a car. It covers the differences between a carrier and a broker, as well as contact info. for filing a complaint.

The Process of Shipping A Car - An infographic from our website that explains the process of shipping a car in simple, clear terms. The graphic includes pricing information for shipping between different parts of the country.

Services And Information

• Carlsbad long distance moving services

Carlsbad includes ZIP codes:

92008, 92009, 92010, 92011, 92013, 92018.

Written By:Joe Webster

Joe Webster began his journey in the auto transport field by attending the University of Southern California (USC), where he graduated with a Bachelor of Business Marketing. 

After college, he started his career in the auto transport industry from the bottom up and has done virtually every job there is to do at A-1 Auto Transport, including but not limited to: Truck Driver, Dispatch, Sales, PR, Bookkeeping, Transport Planner, Transport Manager, International Transport Manager, Brokering, Customer Service, and Marketing. Working with his mentor Tony Taylor, Joe Webster has learned the ins and outs of this industry which is largely misunderstood. 

With over 30 years experience in the industry, we've been helping people ship their vehicles, motorcycles, RV's, heavy equipment, household goods and more across the country or overseas without a hitch. Ask us anything.