
A private client in Austin, TX needed enclosed shipping for a newly purchased Audi R8. As a low-clearance exotic vehicle, it required specialized handling and full protection during its 2,200+ mile journey to Seattle, WA.

Challenge
Supercars like the Audi R8 demand precision logistics — especially across long routes with variable elevation and weather. The client requested:
- Enclosed transport only
- Soft tie-downs
- Low-angle loading equipment
- Real-time tracking throughout
Solution

A1 Auto Transport assigned an experienced exotic vehicle carrier outfitted with hydraulic liftgates and race-ready ramps. The Audi R8 was fully enclosed, soft-strapped, and monitored via GPS from start to finish. Pickup was completed at the client’s dealership in Austin, and the vehicle arrived in Seattle in just 6 days, without a single blemish.
Key Takeaways
- Carrier Type: Enclosed (Hydraulic Liftgate)
- Vehicle: Audi R8
- Route: Austin, TX → Seattle, WA
- Distance: ~2,230 miles
- Transit Time: 5–7 days (actual: 6)
- Special Handling: Low-clearance, soft straps, GPS tracking
