When consumer are considering shipping a car, they typically want to know how much it will cost. That is why MoveCars.com provides average auto transport rates between different regions of the US. Below are the average rates for May 2013.

Once again, the average prices were mixed for the regions listed. The Southeast to Midwest had the largest increase after also increasing in April. The Northeast to Southeast had the largest price decrease.

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Posted on June 11th, 2013 at 11:51am under Auto Transport, Car Moving, Car Shipping, Cost of Auto Transport | 1 question/comment

While it’s okay to leave things like maps or an ice scraper, there are several reasons why you should not add extra items to your vehicle before shipping it.

For one, it’s possible for belongings to be stolen from your vehicle while the car carrier is parked. Additionally, most car shipping companies are not licensed or insured for personal items left in the car. For that reason, the car shipping company may refuse to transport your vehicle in the first place until you remove your personal items.

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Posted on June 4th, 2013 at 10:05pm under Auto Transport, Auto Transport Questions, Car Moving, Car Shipping | 3 questions/comments

Having someone drive your car is called driveaway service. There are two basic options for getting your car from point A to point B: driving it or auto transport. If you don’t want your vehicle shipped on a car carrier–and can’t drive it yourself–driveaway service is your best option.

In recent years, the cost of auto transport has become very competitive, so it has become the most common option for transporting a vehicle. It avoids having someone else drive your car over long distances and prevents wear and tear on your vehicle, which can be significant on a cross-country trip.

However, if you are uncomfortable with shipping your vehicle on a car carrier, a driveaway service may be your best choice.

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MoveCars.com is a comprehensive online directory of car shipping companies, including enclosed auto transport and international shipping. Even before you start looking for a car shipping company, you can find answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs) about car moving, car shipping tips, and a glossary of auto transport terms.

Posted on May 28th, 2013 at 8:44am under Auto Transport, Auto Transport Questions, Car Moving, Car Shipping | 3 questions/comments

Enclosed auto transport means the vehicle is shipped in a fully enclosed car carrier as opposed to an open carrier. The main reason for choosing this option is to avoid exposure to the elements and any other potential hazards to the vehicle (however unlikely they may be). If you are looking to ship an antique Corvette or Rolls Royce, for instance, you may want to choose an enclosed carrier.

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Posted on May 21st, 2013 at 6:34pm under Auto Transport, Auto Transport Questions, Car Moving, Car Shipping | Question/Comment

Shipping a car internationally requires considerably more paperwork than a domestic shipment depending on your specific situation. For all vehicles, U.S. Customs requires that you provide the original Certificate of Title or a Certified Copy of the Certificate of Title plus two complete copies that accompany your car to the port of origin.

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Posted on May 15th, 2013 at 10:16am under Auto Transport, Auto Transport Questions, Car Moving, Car Shipping | 3 questions/comments