Open-air shipping is the primary choice for over 90% of our customers. It offers the perfect balance of safety and value for daily drivers, SUVs, and standard trucks.

• Maximum Affordability: By sharing trailer space with 7–10 other vehicles, you significantly lower your total shipping cost compared to enclosed transport.

• Faster Scheduling: Because open-air trailers are the most common in the industry, we can typically assign a carrier to your route faster than any other method.

• Full Visibility: Carriers can perform a thorough multi-point inspection at both pickup and delivery, ensuring total transparency in the condition of your vehicle.

• Nationwide Reach: Our open carriers operate daily along every major U.S. interstate, from the Atlantic Seaboard to the Pacific Coast.

While cost is the primary driver, open transport offers several operational benefits that make it the preferred choice for standard passenger vehicles. 

• Superior Booking Flexibility: Because open-air trailers are the most abundant in the industry, there are more “slots” available on any given route. This leads to faster carrier assignments and more precise pickup windows compared to specialized trailers.

• The “Dealer-Proven” Method: New car manufacturers (like Ford, BMW, and Toyota) ship nearly 100% of their new inventory via open-air trailers. It is a time-tested, statistically safe method for delivering pristine vehicles to showroom floors.

• Enhanced Inspection Accuracy: The open design of these trailers allows drivers to perform a 360-degree, multi-point inspection at every stop. This transparency ensures that the condition of your vehicle is documented clearly at both pickup and delivery.

• Fuel and Carbon Efficiency: Transporting multiple vehicles on a single hauler is the most eco-friendly way to move a car, reducing the overall carbon footprint compared to individual driving or smaller 1-2 car trailers.

To ensure your vehicle gets the specific care it needs, we offer several enhancements to the standard open-air service:

The “Top-Load” Priority

For owners who want extra peace of mind, you can request Top-Load placement. This ensures your vehicle is positioned on the upper deck of the trailer. This protects your car from potential fluid leaks from other vehicles and provides the maximum clearance from road debris.

Inoperable Vehicle Support

If your car doesn’t run, it shouldn’t stop your move. We assign specialized open-air carriers equipped with electric winches and industrial loading gear. As long as your vehicle rolls, steers, and brakes, we can safely secure it for transit.

Expedited Dispatch Tiers

Because the open-air network is so vast, we can offer three distinct levels of urgency. Whether you need the most economical “Standard” rate or a “Rush” placement that puts your vehicle on the next available truck leaving your city, our system adapts to your timeline.

Shipping a car is a coordinated effort. Here is the lifecycle of an open-air transport order:

1. Route Analysis: Our system calculates the current market rate based on carrier availability and regional demand.

2. Carrier Vetting: We hand-pick a driver from our network who has a proven safety record and active cargo insurance.

3. The Bill of Lading: At pickup, you and the driver conduct a thorough walk-around. Every existing chip or scratch is noted on this legal document to ensure your vehicle is protected.

4. Secure Fastening: Vehicles are secured using professional-grade nylon wheel straps or a four-point tie-down system. Unlike chains, these straps do not put stress on your car’s suspension or frame.

5. Transit Updates: You receive direct contact information for your driver, allowing for real-time communication as your vehicle nears its destination.