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May 26, 2026
Memorial Day Weekend and the Start of Summer Shipping Season -- What to Expect
Memorial Day weekend marks the unofficial start of summer -- and the beginning of the busiest auto transport season of the year. Here's what shippers need to know about pricing, timing, and booking strategy to navigate the next three months without overpaying or getting stuck in the queue.
May 22, 2026
5 Mistakes That Delay Your Vehicle Shipment -- And How to Avoid Them
After helping customers with over 235,000 shipments, we've seen the same handful of preventable mistakes cause the vast majority of delays. Here's what they are and exactly how to avoid every single one of them.
May 19, 2026
What Happens to Your Car During Auto Transport? A Step-by-Step Look at the Journey
Most people hand over their keys to a carrier and have no idea what happens next. Here's a step-by-step look at what actually happens to your vehicle during auto transport -- from the initial inspection and loading to securing, transit, and final delivery.
May 12, 2026
How Online Car Buying Is Driving Record Auto Transport Demand
Online car buying platforms like Carvana, CarMax, and even Facebook Marketplace have completely transformed how Americans purchase vehicles — and created an unprecedented surge in auto transport demand. If you’re buying a car online and need it shipped, here’s what first-time shippers need to know.
May 8, 2026
FMCSA Cracks Down on Freight Fraud — What It Means for Auto Transport Customers
The FMCSA has been aggressively targeting double-brokering, carrier identity theft, and freight fraud throughout 2025 and 2026 — and it’s about time. Here’s what the crackdown means for anyone shipping a vehicle, and how to make sure you’re not caught in the crossfire.
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
How to ship a Tesla or any EV: battery charge level, Sentry Mode, weight, open vs. enclosed, and what to tell the company you book with.
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.
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...