Portland Auto Transport Company

Most asked questions

• How much is it to ship a car in Portland?

  How much does it cost to ship a car? It will be cheaper when hauling an open trailer, and it depends on the type of vehicle you have and the distance you need to haul the car. Prices can range from $0.40/mile to $1.52/mile.

• Is it worth shipping a car?

  Our recommendation. It's better to trust a company that has experience, and your car will be fully insured. If you drive yourself long distances - it's not a good idea, anything can happen on the road, and in terms of saving money there is not much difference.

• Can you put stuff in car when shipping?

  Yes, you can put things up to 150 pounds in the trunk or in the back seat. If you want to load a full car, you can negotiate the fee directly with the driver. The amount can range from $100 to $300 to avoid overweight. Please note that the driver is not responsible for your belongings.

• What does insurance cover?

  Insurance covers your car from minor to major damage all the way through. The driver must inspect your vehicle before loading it and give you a copy of the inspection. If your car has loose parts, they can fly off on the road. If you choose to ship in an open trailer, insurance will not cover these loose or broken parts.

• What does door-to-door mean in shipping?

  Door-to-door service means that the auto transport company that will transport your vehicle takes responsibility to pick up and deliver the car to the address you want without any additional fees. But the customer has to provide an address where the driver can load or unload the car within 15-30 minutes in a safe and legal manner.

• What is the fastest car shipping company?

  This question cannot be answered by the name of the company alone. That is why car carrier do not work according to a certain scheme or schedule. But you can choose several transport companies for certain destinations. Well, if you need expedited delivery, you can order it for an extra fee.

• What does top load mean car?

  Top loading is when the vehicle is loaded at the top of the car hauler truck. This is only possible if you have ordered an open trailer and you need to transport the car over long distances only when the carrier uses a car hauler semi truck with 9-10 cars. The advantages of top loading are that the auto will not get too dirty and is considered to be more protected on the road.

• What is a Bill of Lading (BOL)?

  This is a very important legal document for the provision of car transport services, on which all the information for both the customer and the driver is set out. Both parties are obliged to comply until the delivery is completed. The document records all information about the vehicle in terms of damage. The document is also used in case of an insurance claim.

• Can I leave a roof rack on my car?

  If you have roof rack on your vehicle, it will be oversized and may not fit in the trailer. Make sure you remove roof rack from your vehicle before we pick up. If you like to leave it there will be extra charge.

• Should I be present during pickup and delivery?

  The vehicle owner should be present if possible, but not necessary. Sometimes there are cases when we can do this without the presence of a vehicle owner. Have an alternative party, like a friend or relative, sign on your behalf. We take a picture of the vehicle on pickup and delivery days.