Multi-Car Transport by Open Carrier | Charlotte to Chicago

A-1 Auto Transport completed a seamless vehicle shipment from Charlotte, North Carolina to Chicago, Illinois, utilizing a heavy-duty dually RAM and double-deck open trailer (pictured). This high-volume lane covered 766 miles and was completed in 2–3 days, supporting both residential and dealer-level relocation needs.

Challenge

Multi-vehicle shipments on Eastern interstates demand careful coordination:

• Multiple pickups scheduled across Charlotte suburbs
• Midwest storm systems forecasted along the route
• Traffic bottlenecks near Cincinnati and Indianapolis
• Client required specific delivery window to match vehicle inspection timing

Solution

A-1 dispatched a professional hauler equipped with live GPS tracking and weather-adaptive routing tools. Our dispatch team rerouted around I-65 congestion, opting for strategic refueling and rest stops in Kentucky.

Each vehicle was loaded using a top-down protocol to avoid clearance issues. Communication was constant, including ETA updates through customer service every 6 hours.

Key Takeaways

• Route: Charlotte, NC → Chicago, IL
• Distance: 766 miles
• Transit Time: 2–3 days
• Transport Type: Multi-vehicle open carrier
• Vehicles Carried: 3 sedans
• Tracking: Real-time GPS with status alerts
• Result: All vehicles delivered within the client’s requested delivery window, damage-free