Total distance is the main component used in calculating The cost of shipping a car. Longer distances typically result in a higher total vehicle Shipping cost, but also include a discount per mile. Using our car Shipping calculator, you can get the best auto Shipping quote for any car shipping.

Unlike distance, a route indicates which highways and other roads the vehicle will travel on. Routes in densely populated areas may experience increased congestion, which may affect transit times and transportation costs. Additional route factors that may be factored into shipping costs include: physical road conditions, adverse weather and road construction

Shiping date when ordering auto transport services, the shipping date often plays a role in the cost. It is best to order your car delivery as early as possible. As soon as you know you need to ship your car, start looking for a car shipping company to get a quote for shipping your car. In addition, increased flexibility regarding vehicle pick-up dates often results in savings on vehicle transportation costs.

When planning your auto transport, we require accurate vehicle specifications because the truck driver needs to know how much space is needed to safely secure your vehicle and ensure proper trailer height and side clearance. Longer and taller vehicles require additional adjustment during transport, which may slightly increase the cost of transporting the vehicle.

Most car transporters choose open car transport as it is the industry standard and the cheapest way for car transporters to transport your car. For added protection for your car shipment, we recommend using enclosed transportation services that protect vehicles from weather and debris. Closed trucking can increase the cost of transporting a car.

Ground clearance, also called ride height, is the distance between the bottom of the vehicle's body and the road or driving surface. Low vehicle ground clearance requires special attention and accommodation, such as a specialized ramp. If ground clearance is four inches or less, the vehicle must be shipped in an enclosed trailer equipped. With a lift gate, which open trailers do not have.

The cost of shipping a car varies greatly depending on the time of year. For example, car transport services in warm countries are very popular during the winter travel season, so the cost of transporting a car in this, direction may be higher. Onyx auto transport recommends checking in advance and choosing the price that suits you according to your schedule

Metro cities usually have a sufficient number of car transporter trucks to handle car delivery orders, which reduces the cost of car transportation. When transporting cars, we strive to find the best deals for residents of small towns.