How Car Shipping Works
Shipping a car is simpler than most people expect. Here's exactly what happens from your first quote to the moment you get your keys back.
- Best Price Guarantee
- $0 Deposit Required
- 100% Satisfaction or Money Back
- 24/7 In-Transit Updates
- Same-Day Pickup Available
- Guaranteed Delivery Date
Step 1: Get your free quote
Enter pickup and delivery locations, your vehicle and your first available date. Your price is protected by our Best Price Guarantee.
Step 2: Book with $0 down
Confirm your dates — same-day pickup and guaranteed delivery dates are available. No deposit is required.
Step 3: Pickup and inspection
A licensed, insured driver calls ahead, inspects your car with you, notes any existing marks on the bill of lading, and loads it.
Step 4: Track and receive
Get 24/7 updates in transit. At delivery, inspect the car against the pickup report, sign the bill of lading and pay the balance.
Every Shipment Comes With 8 Written Guarantees
Most car shipping companies list features. We put promises in writing — before your car ever leaves the driveway.
Best Price Guarantee
Show us a lower written quote for the same shipment and we will match or beat it. How it works →
$0 Deposit
Book for free. Nothing is charged until a licensed carrier is assigned to your vehicle.
100% Satisfaction or Money Back
If we don't deliver the service promised in your confirmation, you get your money back.
24/7 Updates
Pickup, in-transit and delivery updates around the clock by text and email.
Same-Day Pickup
Available in most metro areas when you book early in the day — plus same-day local delivery.
Guaranteed Delivery Date
Pick the day you need your vehicle and get it in writing.
Supercars & Exotics
Enclosed trailers, liftgates and soft tie-downs for high-value vehicles.
100,000+ Insured Carriers
Licensed, insured carriers with coverage up to $2 million available.
CTS vs. a Typical Car Shipping Company
| What you get | CTS Auto Transport | Typical shipper |
|---|---|---|
| Deposit | $0 | Often $100–$250 |
| Price protection | ✓ Best Price Guarantee | Price may change |
| Pickup | ✓ Same-day available | 1–5 day window |
| Delivery date | ✓ Guaranteed date option | Estimate only |
| Updates | ✓ 24/7 text & email | Business hours |
| Satisfaction | ✓ 100% or money back | Rarely offered |
| Exotic handling | ✓ Enclosed, liftgate, up to $2M coverage | Limited |
How Car Shipping Works
- Get your free quote. Enter your route and vehicle — your price is protected by our Best Price Guarantee.
- Book with $0 down. Pick same-day pickup or a future date, plus an optional guaranteed delivery date.
- Door-to-door pickup. A licensed, insured driver inspects and photographs your vehicle, then loads it.
- Track 24/7. Get updates by text and email the whole way.
- Inspect and receive. Compare the condition report, sign the bill of lading and drive away.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far in advance should I book?
1–2 weeks is ideal, but same-day pickup is available in most metro areas.
How do I pay?
No deposit is required. Payment terms are confirmed when a carrier is assigned.
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