The everyday way to move a car
Open Auto Transport
Your vehicle travels on an open carrier alongside other cars — the same setup most people picture when they imagine a car being shipped.
An open carrier is a trailer with no roof and no walls, so your vehicle sits in the open air for the whole journey. It is the most common way cars move across the country, and it is usually the most affordable choice, because these carriers run the busy routes constantly and there is plenty of space on them.
The trade-off is the weather and the road. Rain, dust, sun, and the odd stone kicked up by the truck in front are simply part of the trip. For a daily driver, most people find that a fair exchange for the lower price. If your car is a classic, freshly detailed, modified, or a paint finish you would rather not risk, enclosed transport is worth asking about instead — we will happily explain the difference.
Tell us the vehicle, the route, and the dates you have in mind. We will be straight with you about whether open transport suits your car, and what the journey will actually involve before you commit to anything.
Good to know before you book
- Because your vehicle is out in the open, expect dust, rain, and road spray during transit.
- Estimated delivery dates help you plan, but they are not guaranteed arrival times.
- Low ground clearance, modifications, a vehicle that does not run, and tight access all change what a carrier can do — mention them early.
- Read the insurance and condition paperwork before you book, and ask us to explain anything that is unclear.