A customer recently booked vehicle transport through our AI-powered price calculator. They needed to move a 2025 Chevrolet Colorado from Pensacola, Florida to Moore, South Carolina. The system calculated real-time market rates based on current carrier availability and route demand. Within hours of booking, we matched the shipment with an experienced carrier specializing in full-size truck transport.
Moving a brand-new Colorado requires careful planning. These trucks sit higher than standard sedans and weigh more than compact vehicles. The carrier assigned to this shipment had over eight years of experience hauling pickups and SUVs across southeastern corridors. Our residential pickup service meant the customer didn’t need to drive anywhere. The carrier arrived at the specified address in Pensacola ready to load.
The Heritage Of American Truck Manufacturing
The Chevrolet Colorado symbolizes years of truck design specialization by American automakers. General Motors has built this mid-sized truck so that it can serve as a daily vehicle for commuting as well as for weekend outings. The latest version of Chevrolet Colorado, which is expected in 2025, has enhanced safety features and improved towing capabilities.
Such trucks aren’t delicate vehicles. They’re made to withstand construction site environments, camping, and other similar purposes. However, this doesn’t mean trucking companies can handle them casually. New trucks should be treated in the same manner as other vehicles when they are shipped. Paint can be scratched. Mirrors may be broken. Components on the undercarriage may be damaged by improper loading.
The ground clearance of the Colorado measures around 8.5 inches depending on the model variant. This ground clearance will work quite well with most standard auto transports. There will be no need for low-angle trailers as used for sports cars. The truck mounted the trailer without any scratching issues.
The 2-Car Hauler Method: Strategic Approaches for Large Trucks
Trucks are quite voluminous and occupy larger spaces on the transport carriers. A conventional multi-car carrier will carry up to ten vehicles at a time. However, if some of the carriers are filled with trucks, the carrier will accommodate no more than six or seven vehicles at a time. This will affect the pricing because there will be reduced revenue for the carrier.
However, our carrier utilized a 2-car hauler for this particular shipment. Smaller trailers provide a degree of flexibility that larger haulers cannot provide for a company that transports as many vehicles as this carrier does on a daily basis. They can easily traverse residential roads that larger haulers would find extremely challenging. Additionally, they provide parking space that larger haulers could not accommodate. Furthermore, they offer rapid delivery services.
The 2-car trailer also makes loading and unloading much simpler. There are simply fewer vehicles being loaded or unloaded from the trailer. There were only two vehicles being shipped in this case. This increases the speed of pickup and delivery. The transport company does not have to make several stops along the route in order to deliver its freight. Two-car haulers will often employ an open transport configuration. These vehicles will sit exposed to the conditions of transportation. In the case of a completely new truck such as the Colorado, this method of transport proves to be acceptable.
The paint and clearcoat finish of this truck are durable enough for highway driving and do not require the extra protection of an enclosed transport method to keep it looking its best upon delivery to the buyer.
A 550-Mile Journey From Pensacola, Florida, To Moore, South Carolina
This ride goes to the northeast for approximately 550 miles. Usually, it would take a carrier one to two days to complete this journey in good weather. Starting in the morning from Pensacola,, the Colorado had reached Moore and was ready to be delivered.
Along the way, I-10 moves traffic east out of Pensacola through Mobile and into southern Alabama. The route then heads north toward Montgomery, cuts through Georgia, and slips into South Carolina. Road conditions along this corridor stay fairly consistent year-round. Southern routes like this aren’t as prone to winter weather disruptions as northern paths.
Carrier teams can track progress along the route. In our customer’s case, he received notice when the truck left Pensacola and when it crossed into South Carolina. That kind of transparency seems to help alleviate concerns, as in letting people know the vehicle is moving and on schedule.
Federal rules on hours of service limit how much driving may occur in one day. After taking a 10-hour break, drivers can operate their vehicles for 11 hours. Day one, then, saw approximately 450 miles covered before night began to fall; the remaining miles were to be handled the next day. These are the rules designed to prevent fatigue and increase safety for all concerned on the highways.
Damage-Free Delivery: A Commitment to Protect Your Vehicle
Protection begins before the first strap is secured. In Pensacola, the carrier gave the vehicle a meticulous pre-load inspection, noting its condition with photos and notations on the Bill of Lading. This baseline paper trail is key-if damage happens, it conveys where it occurred.
Four tie-down straps secured the Colorado for the trip. The straps attach to the frame and wheels to keep the vehicle from shifting. Too loose, the car can move; too tight, you risk stressing suspension components. Seasoned carriers know the exact tension needed.
Rocks, dust, and road debris are the ever-present hazards of transit. Open transport exposes a vehicle to the elements, though major interstates typically see less debris than rural routes. The Colorado did pick up some dust on the way, but a quick wash after delivery brought it back to showroom shine.
Post-Delivery Verification: Ensuring Complete Customer Satisfaction
Stress-free delivery depends on thorough final inspection. When the carrier arrived in Moore, they unloaded the Chevy Colorado and walked around the vehicle with our customer. They compared the truck’s current condition to the pre-transport photos taken in Pensacola. Every panel, mirror, and tire got checked.
The customer signed the Bill of Lading confirming satisfactory delivery. This signature closes the transport contract. If any damage had appeared, the customer would have noted it on the BOL before signing. Insurance claims require this documentation. Without noting damage at delivery, proving it occurred during transport becomes nearly impossible.
The entire process from booking to delivery took less than three days. Our AI-powered pricing system provided transparent costs upfront. No hidden fees appeared at delivery. The quoted price matched the final price. This predictability matters to customers planning vehicle transport.
Moving a 2025 Chevrolet Colorado from Florida to South Carolina demonstrates how professional auto transport handles modern trucks. The right equipment and experienced carriers make the difference between successful delivery and damaged vehicles.
Shipping Summary
Vehicle: 2025 Chevrolet Colorado
Route: Pensacola, Florida to Moore, South Carolina (500 mile)
Pensacola, FL → I-10 E → Mobile, AL → I-65 N → Montgomery, AL → I-85 N → Atlanta, GA → I-85 N → Greenville–Spartanburg, SC → Moore, SC
Service: Hot Shot 2-Car Hauler
Cost: $830.00 ($1.66 per mile)
Season: Winter
