Open Carrier Transport for 8+ Vehicles — Chicago to Atlanta

A Raymond Rogers required the transport of multiple vehicles from Chicago, Illinois to Atlanta, Georgia. A-1 Auto Transport coordinated a seamless, open-carrier shipment covering 744 miles across four states in under 3 days, using our GPS-tracked, high-capacity fleet.

Challenge

The shipment involved:

• Multiple vehicles, including SUVs and sedans.
• Coordinated pickup from a busy Chicago terminal.
• Timely delivery to an Atlanta dealership, with tight turnaround.
• Real-time tracking for logistics oversight.

Solution

A-1 Auto Transport dispatched a 10-car open carrier from our Midwest fleet, equipped with real-time GPS and secure hydraulic ramps. The route passed through Indiana, Kentucky, and Tennessee, optimizing for fuel efficiency and highway speed.

We ensured:

• Same-day pickup window in Chicago.
• Daily tracking updates sent to the customer.
• Direct-to-dealer delivery in Atlanta without terminal holding.

Transit completed in 2.5 days, with all vehicles arriving damage-free and on schedule.

Key Takeaways

• Route: Chicago, IL → Atlanta, GA
• Distance: 744 miles
• Transit Time: 2–3 Days
• Vehicle Type: Open Carrier, 8+ vehicles
• Tracking: Live GPS monitoring
• Result: On-time, damage-free delivery to dealership