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May 5, 2026
Summer Shipping Is Coming: What to Expect and How to Prepare
Summer is the auto transport industry’s Super Bowl — demand peaks, prices climb, and lead times stretch. Here’s what 25+ years of navigating summer shipping seasons has taught me about getting your vehicle moved without overpaying or waiting forever.
April 28, 2026
Military PCS Moves: Everything You Need to Know About Shipping Your Vehicle
PCS season is here, and if you’re a service member trying to figure out how to get your vehicle from your current duty station to your next one, this guide covers everything — from DITY move reimbursements to timing your shipment around orders.
April 21, 2026
Classic Car Season Is Here — How to Ship Your Show Car Without the Stress
Car show season is ramping up, and if you’re shipping a classic, exotic, or show car, the stakes are higher than a regular transport. Here’s how to get your prized vehicle there safely — from choosing the right carrier to insurance and prep.
April 14, 2026
The Real Cost of Shipping a Car in 2026 — And Why Some Quotes Are Too Good to Be True
If you’re shopping for auto transport quotes and seeing prices that vary by $400 or more for the same route, you’re not imagining things. Here’s what actually determines the cost of shipping a car — and how to spot a bait-and-switch before it costs you.
April 7, 2026
Shipping an Electric Vehicle? What You Need to Know in 2026
EVs now account for nearly 1 in 4 vehicles on our platform, and they come with transport considerations that didn’t exist five years ago. From battery state-of-charge requirements to weight surcharges, here’s what EV owners need to know before shipping.
March 31, 2026
Spring Is the Busiest Auto Shipping Season — Here’s How to Get Ahead of It
March through May is when the auto transport industry shifts into high gear. Snowbirds, military families, and relocating professionals all converge on the same carrier capacity at once. Here’s how to navigate it.
March 24, 2026
The New American Auto Shipping Is Here — AI Marketplace, New Website, and Everything That’s Changed
After 25+ years in auto transport and months of building, I’m proud to say: the all-new American Auto Shipping website and AI Marketplace are officially live. This isn’t a facelift. This is a complete ground-up rebuild of how vehicle shipping works — and I want to walk you through every bit of it.
August 1, 2025
U.S.–EU Trade Deal Lowers Auto Tariffs: What It Means for Auto Transport
In late July, a landmark trade agreement between the U.S. and the European Union caught the attention of the auto transport industry. For the first time in years, tariff rates on European car exports to the U.S. have dropped from 27.5% to 15%. This shift doesn’t just affect policymakers. It influenc...
July 28, 2025
How U.S. Port Fee Changes Are Impacting Auto Transport Shippers
In late June 2025, a major shift in U.S. trade policy quietly sent ripples through the auto transport industry. Shippers and carriers immediately started paying attention. The U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) rolled back proposed port fees on foreign-built vehicle carrier ships. This policy change c...
July 21, 2025
Why Truck Drivers Need to Speak English — and What the New Rule Means for You
Auto transporters are back in the spotlight, and this time, it’s not about fuel prices or weather delays — it’s about language. In April 2025, President Trump signed an executive order requiring all commercial drivers in the U.S. to speak and read English proficiently. This may sound like a no-brain...
July 15, 2025
Vehicle Transport in the USA: A Complete Guide by American Auto Shipping
Vehicle Transport Services in the USA: Your Complete Guide When you need to move a vehicle, time, money, and reliability matter. That’s why vehicle transport services have become the top choice for car owners, dealerships, and businesses nationwide. Whether you’re relocating, buying a car online, or...
July 10, 2025
How Tariffs and Trade Policy Are Reshaping Vehicle Imports and Auto Transport
2025 has been one of the most turbulent years for trade policy in recent memory, and the auto transport industry is feeling every bit of it. From the U.S.–EU trade deal to new port fees and Chinese EV tariffs, the ripple effects on domestic vehicle shipping are real and worth understanding.
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