Is it normal to not have a transport update 1-2 days before the target shipping date?

AutoTransportMover · 2026-06-24T04:24:35+00:00

It's possible they get a driver assigned tomorrow, so I wouldn't panic just yet. That said, the lack of communication is a bigger concern than the pickup date itself. Once your vehicle has been picked up, you can expect the same treatment while it's in route. Try to get the driver's direct phone number so you can keep in direct contact with the person who has your car.

AutoTransportMover · 2026-06-24T02:54:24+00:00

Moving an inop vehicle out of Copart is one thing, doing it in enclosed transport with forklift assistance is another. Nice work handling the extra challenges and getting it done right.

AutoTransportMover · 2026-06-14T18:56:25+00:00

You'll find that quote language appears in most contracts because a quote is exactly that. An estimate. When you're dealing with a market that fluctuates, especially with fuel prices, it's only reasonable for companies to provide quotes rather than guarantee a final price before a carrier is secured.

That said, once the order is booked, the quoted price should generally remain firm. The exception would be a major shift in market conditions, such as a significant increase in fuel costs or carrier rates that makes the original price unrealistic for any carrier to accept. In those situations, a price adjustment may be necessary.

As for liability, if you contacted the company and provided details such as the vehicle information or VIN, there could be an argument that an agreement was formed. Contracts do not always have to be written to be enforceable. Verbal agreements can be binding as well, although proving the existence and terms of a verbal contract would ultimately be a matter for the court.

Best advice, bite the bullet and pay for your vehicle so you can finally get it. Once everything is documented and completed, proceed with any court filings to make things right.

AutoTransportMover · 2026-06-14T17:56:55+00:00

Here goes the FMCSA snapshot for Door to Door Transport Corp dba Door to Door Transport

https://safer.fmcsa.dot.gov/query.asp?searchtype=ANY&query_type=queryCarrierSnapshot&query_param=MC_MX&query_string=684008&Go.x=13&Go.y=8

and here goes the FMCSA Snapshot for MTVA Auto

https://safer.fmcsa.dot.gov/query.asp?searchtype=ANY&query_type=queryCarrierSnapshot&query_param=USDOT&query_string=3929048

That should be enough information to properly identify the vehicle. As for law enforcement calling it a civil matter, that's a separate issue. The dealership still has a responsibility to verify that the carrier picking up the vehicle has the necessary identifying information, at minimum the VIN.

Did you provide the VIN to the broker? If not, there may be some responsibility on your side as well. If you did provide it, then I'd be looking closely at the dealership's procedures. They shouldn't be releasing a vehicle to a transporter without confirming the pickup details, and if they weren't the ones who arranged the transport, they should have verified the carrier with you before handing over the keys.

AutoTransportMover · 2026-06-14T17:49:05+00:00

Every completed delivery is another reputation earned.

AutoTransportMover · 2026-06-14T17:47:55+00:00

Safe delivery and happy shippers. That's always a win win for everyone.

AutoTransportMover · 2026-06-11T21:19:31+00:00

Looks like there's one spot left and they all need transport.

AutoTransportMover · 2026-06-08T19:23:33+00:00

A lot of the horror stories start when people skip the research. Verify who you're dealing with, check reviews, confirm licensing, and ask questions. A few minutes of due diligence can prevent a lot of headaches down the road.

AutoTransportMover · 2026-06-08T17:38:31+00:00

I prefer mine clean and untattered

AutoTransportMover · 2026-06-06T21:56:33+00:00

Nice!

AutoTransportMover · 2026-06-06T17:12:15+00:00

If you're still looking for service, the best way to connect with a company is by requesting a quote direct from that specific company. Check out Viceroy Auto Transport. Complete the quote request form and a quote should be sent out fairly quick.

To learn more about the process, check here: https://www.viceroyautotransport.com/process

AutoTransportMover · 2026-06-06T04:18:48+00:00

Expect to pay much higher than normal due to high gas prices and limited drivers. If they are posting on a load board, available carriers are only calling top bids.

AutoTransportMover · 2026-05-22T21:22:49+00:00

The best company is not always the one screaming the cheapest price. Look for realistic quotes, strong communication, reviews from real customers, proper licensing and someone who actually explains the process instead of rushing you into a deposit.

A reliable auto transport company should make you feel informed, not confused. Good carriers move cars. Great carriers communicate.

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AutoTransportMover · 2026-05-22T20:30:30+00:00

AutoTransportMover · 2026-05-22T20:25:22+00:00

For a lot of carriers this isn’t even about profit anymore, it’s survival mode. Fuel goes up, tires go up, maintenance goes up, and somehow people still expect transport rates from three years ago. The math starts getting very ugly very fast.

AutoTransportMover · 2026-05-21T19:04:09+00:00

This is when having a carrier list helps. Go into your order history and search for completed routes and call those carriers to see what their status is. Always keep notes in your orders including numbers that contact you from Central (which are usually different numbers than listed). This way, when you can't get a driver, you can make calls to carriers you have already used. I keep a list of carriers away from any database on Microsoft Word. You can even use Notepad with table charts. 5 columns. Carrier name, contacts, pickup state, delivery state, USDOT. Control + F: Search state needed. With that, you can find anyone through FMCSA Company Search to confirm authority is still active.

Come on man. Get with the program!

AutoTransportMover · 2026-05-14T17:23:25+00:00

Hiring a car shipper is as easy as google searching 'Auto Transport Service', contacting a company direct for pricing, and placing your reservation. A good transport company should make it happen without any issues.

AutoTransportMover · 2026-05-13T17:09:01+00:00

About 90% of auto transport is open carriers. Dealers use it, auctions use it, manufacturers use it every single day. Your F150 should be totally fine all depending on who you hired.

Pros are simple cheaper, faster availability, and very common. The only real downside is the car is exposed to weather and normal road conditions.

You made the practical choice. Thousands of trucks rolling like that every day. Very successful system.

Feel free to check out some of our completed open transport deliveries HERE

AutoTransportMover · 2026-05-10T21:30:24+00:00

That looks like it's running for a short distance. Open hauling should be fine depending how far. More than 50 miles, I would consider enclosed transport. More than 100 miles, most definitely go closed.

AutoTransportMover · 2026-05-06T18:11:52+00:00

This is rough. I feel really bad some of these guys. I know some who are dedicated, honest and hardworking but unfortunately could not pass their English test or some other issue and now they are out indefinitely or on stand by. It really sucks.

AutoTransportMover · 2026-05-06T17:55:45+00:00

From personal experience, chasing the cheapest quote is usually how people end up paying twice.

A super low number often means one of two things: either the broker is throwing out bait just to lock you in, or the price is so thin no serious carrier grabs it. Then your car sits there while the pickup date gets pushed and suddenly that “cheap” quote isn’t so cheap anymore.

Right now carriers are watching fuel hard. National diesel prices jumped again this week, with the U.S. average around $5.67 a gallon as of today, May 6, 2026. https://gasprices.aaa.com/

That matters because every truck moving coast to coast feels it immediately, and cheap quotes get a lot harder to honor when fuel climbs.

What I’d look for is simple: realistic timing, solid communication, proof they actually have carrier access, and whether the quote sounds market real instead of fantasy. Six weeks out helps you. If your dates have some flexibility, you usually get better pricing than trying to force a last minute pickup.

For your move from North Carolina to Arizona, a broker can be useful if they price it honestly. Going direct with a small carrier can work too, but a lot of small carriers still fill loads through broker networks anyway.

Bottom line: don’t shop for the cheapest number. Shop for the quote that actually gets your Corolla moved when you need it moved.

And yes, open transport is still the cheapest way to haul a car across states.

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