Shipping a 2022 Mazda CX-30 from Austin, TX to East Greenwich, RI

It has been just about a while since we successfully moved a 2022 Mazda CX-30 from Austin, Texas to East Greenwich, Rhode Island. It involved 1,911 miles of driving via an open trailer for a total price of $1,670.00 or $0.87 per mile.

In this case, the CX-30 was functional when we picked it up, and therefore, it was able to drive itself up the ramp. There were personal belongings in the car, but their weight did not exceed 100 pounds. This is a topic that needs separate coverage since customers get it wrong most times.

The route

The 1,911 mile journey from Austin to East Greenwich proceeds in a diagonal across the United States, beginning in central Texas and then moving up through the Mid-South and straight up the East Coast.

The journey starts in north Austin when the driver leaves on I-35 and goes up to Dallas, picks up I-30 and continues northeast to Texarkana and then moves on to Little Rock, Arkansas. At Little Rock, the driver takes I-40 east to Memphis and then turns north via I-81 and I-40 via Nashville, Tennessee.

I-81 takes the driver on up through Virginia and the Shenandoah Valley and then into Pennsylvania where the driver can pick up I-78 east into New Jersey, across to New York via I-95 in Connecticut. The journey ends in Rhode Island at I-95, where East Greenwich is located south of Providence.

What $0.87 per mile covers

Since the distance is 1,911 miles, this is really a long distance and hence the higher rate. It doesn’t matter whether it’s 1,911 or 1 mile, the expenses incurred for pickup and loading are roughly equal. The expenses for securement, coordination and delivery are all similar and therefore splitting them over such a distance reduces the costs.

Traffic along the lane also favors the customer. Texas to New England is a constant flow of traffic and the lanes I-81 and I-95, which constitute the second half of the lane, are some of the busiest lanes in the country. There is traffic along this lane all the time and hence it’s never the capacity problem.

Personal items had no effect on the pricing since the weight was less than 100 pounds and no additional fee was applied.

Open transport

CX-30 was loaded on an open trailer because it is a contemporary crossover model that has its factory paint on it, and thus it does not require those features that are offered by an enclosed trailer to a classic and exotic car.

The cost of transporting an automobile on an open trailer is much lower than the cost of transportation using an enclosed trailer, since an open trailer carries a higher number of automobiles on one trip and operates many times more frequently than an enclosed trailer does.

Ground clearance was not an issue because CX-30 is a crossover and is high enough to avoid using ramps.

Transport summary

• Origin: Austin, TX 78759

• Destination: East Greenwich, RI 02818

• Distance: 1,911 miles

• Service cost: $1,670.00

• Cost per mile: $0.87

• Vehicle: 2022 Mazda CX-30

• Condition: Operable

• Trailer type: Open

• Personal items: Under 100 pounds, no surcharge

• Route: Austin, TX → I-35 north → I-30 northeast through Texarkana and Little Rock → I-40 east through Memphis and Nashville → I-81 north through Virginia and Pennsylvania → I-78 east → I-95 north through Connecticut → East Greenwich, RI

Shipping a 2022 Kia Sorento Hybrid from Thousand Oaks, CA to Katy, TX

Recently, we completed the shipping of a 2022 Kia Sorento Hybrid that had to be shipped from Thousand Oaks, CA to Katy, TX. It involved 1,566 miles of open trailer travel at the cost of $1,300.00, equaling $0.83 per mile.

It is worth mentioning that the Kia Sorento in question could be driven at pickup, so the driver merely needed to drive the car onto the deck via a ramp. This is the quickest way to load a vehicle, and it simplifies the entire process.

The route

This is one of the easiest routes to plan in the country. The route follows a single interstate for almost its entirety of 1,566 miles.

The driver starts by heading south on US-101 from Thousand Oaks and then takes I-405 after which he hits I-10 in West Los Angeles. The interstate picks up the slack and travels out of the basin and crosses Palm Springs. Then, it passes through the Colorado River in Blythe and moves into Arizona.

I-10 does the job all the way till Phoenix and Tucson and goes through New Mexico after passing Las Cruces. This interstate moves into Texas near El Paso. From El Paso onwards, I-10 travels the distance through the empty lands of Van Horn, Fort Stockton and Ozona, to reach Kerrville and San Antonio. The route ends with Katy being located on I-10 west of Houston.

Shipping a hybrid SUV

Hybrid vehicles do come up with a customer question too much for comfort. A traditional hybrid such as the Sorento will be transported the same way a gasoline SUV will. There is nothing to plug in, there is nothing to charge, and the carriers don’t have to worry about anything extra on their end.

However, the practice we can keep is the fuel level requirement. We require about one-quarter tank in each car. This is sufficient for loading onto the truck and repositioning on the deck and for the vehicle to drive off at delivery point without adding extra load to a truck that is already loaded to the brim.

Load capacity does matter in this case. The Sorento Hybrid weighs just above 4,000 pounds due to the batteries, which is more than a similar gas SUV model. So, carriers take into account those numbers when planning the truck’s deck space, so we double-check the exact trim and engine type in advance.

What $0.83 per mile says about distance

“Under a dollar a mile would be ideal for a long haul.” It all has to do with the difference between costs that vary based on mileage and costs that don’t.

Costs associated with pick-up and loading a carrier are relatively constant regardless of whether the haul is 300 or 1,500 miles. The same goes for securement, coordination, and delivery services. These are all the fixed costs. But fuel, hours, and tolls vary with mileage. On a short haul the fixed costs are spread across a small number of miles and thus increase the per-mile total. Spread across 1,566 miles it does.

Then there’s the lane itself. The I-10 between Southern California and Texas is one of the most heavily traveled trucking lanes in the country. There’s a constant flow of trucks traveling in both directions and therefore capacity isn’t an issue and prices remain competitive.

Open transport

The Sorento shipped on an open trailer. It’s a current-production family SUV with a factory finish, so it doesn’t need what an enclosed trailer offers a classic or an exotic.

Open transport is the cheaper option by a wide margin too. Open trailers carry more vehicles per trip and run far more often than enclosed ones, which is why the large majority of cars on the road move that way.

Ground clearance was never a factor. The Sorento sits high enough that ramp angle didn’t come into play at either end, so loading and unloading both went quickly.

Transport summary

• Origin: Thousand Oaks, CA 91320

• Destination: Katy, TX 77494

• Distance: 1,566 miles

• Service cost: $1,300.00

• Cost per mile: $0.83

• Vehicle: 2022 Kia Sorento Hybrid

• Condition: Operable

• Trailer type: Open

• Route: Thousand Oaks, CA → US-101 south → I-405 south → I-10 east through Palm Springs, Blythe, Phoenix and Tucson → Las Cruces, NM → El Paso, TX → Fort Stockton → San Antonio → Katy, TX

Shipping an Inoperable 2016 Range Rover Sport from Clayton, NC to Tampa, FL

We recently completed the relocation of a 2016 Land Rover Range Rover Sport from Clayton, NC to Tampa, FL. This delivery took 632 miles via an open trailer for a total price of $1,038.00 or $1.64 per mile.

This car is non-operational. It did not start and could not be driven by itself. Thus, the trailer driver had to winch it into place. This one characteristic defines the nature of the booking and determines its price.

The route

The total driving distance between Clayton and Tampa is 632 miles and follows an almost straight path along the East Coast corridor. The starting point, Clayton, is located southeast of Raleigh, and hence one will have to drive to I-95 using US-70 and I-40.

Once on I-95, one will be able to drive almost the entire way with only minimal deviation. I-95 passes Fayetteville, enters South Carolina at Florence, and drives through Savannah in Georgia before entering Florida north of Jacksonville.

Once at Jacksonville, one can switch to I-10 and enter I-75. I-75 will transport one from Jacksonville to the vicinity of Tampa along Ocala and Wildwood in Florida.

Loading a vehicle that does not run

An inoperative car can’t be driven up the ramp, meaning that it will have to be pulled up the ramp using a winch. Not all the trucks on the road come equipped with one. This is the very first thing to verify when the client calls about his car not starting as it reduces the list of carriers available for booking the load.

Winch loading requires the ability to roll, steer and brake the vehicle. Rolling and steering are important and far more important than turning over the engine. A car which is able to move freely and steer can be loaded on the deck without too much effort. However, if it has a frozen wheel or a frozen steering column then the price is another.

The Range Rover Sport contributes to the list of factors which make the job tougher. Being a full-size SUV weighing around 5,000 pounds, dead weight makes its load more difficult than a running one. The carrier placed the car accordingly and tied it down using wheel straps.

What $1.64 per mile covers on a regional haul

Since it falls at 632 miles it lies within the regional category. It is long enough to command a better rate per mile than a short-distance move but is not long enough to achieve the long haul status. The I-95 Corridor is an added advantage here. It happens to be one of the most traveled carrier corridors in the country and hence south-bound trucks are readily available.

Inoperability is what makes the rate higher since winch trucks form a smaller proportion of the market while loading will take some extra time. There is also some added risk involved for the carrier in moving an inoperable vehicle which they may charge a little for.

If this had been considered for pricing as a running vehicle through the same lane and in the same trailer the rate would have been much lower. At $1.64 per mile, the rate is appropriate for this vehicle in this particular lane.

Open transport

Range Rover Sport was shipped using an open trailer. Being just a regular SUV with factory finish and regular ride height, it does not need the protection that comes with the use of an enclosed trailer like classic cars and exotics.

Using an open trailer makes the process more economical. Open trailers can haul more vehicles per trip and operate more frequently compared to enclosed trailers, and this is why the majority of cars are transported using them.

There were no worries about ground clearance. Range Rover Sport is quite elevated to take care of the ramp angle, and it is important to take into account when winching a vehicle on a deck. There is a risk of catching the front bumper of a low vehicle on the ramp break. This vehicle was not affected by it.

Transport summary

• Origin: Clayton, NC 27520

• Destination: Tampa, FL 33613

• Distance: 632 miles

• Service cost: $1,038.00

• Cost per mile: $1.64

• Vehicle: 2016 Land Rover Range Rover Sport

• Condition: Inoperable

• Trailer type: Open

• Route: Clayton, NC → US-70 / I-40 → I-95 south through Fayetteville, Florence and Savannah → I-10 west at Jacksonville → I-75 south through Ocala and Wildwood → I-275 → Tampa, FL

Shipping a 2026 Triumph T120 Round Trip from Brea, CA to Cave Creek, AZ

The transportation of the 2026 Triumph T120 from Brea, CA to Cave Creek, AZ, as well as its return to Brea, has been done lately. Both legs of this route were 381 miles each, making the total distance 762 miles. This move cost us $750.00, which amounts to $0.98 per mile.

As the bike was operational at pickup time, it was loaded onto the trailer by itself twice. The loading was quite easy each time because of that. All motorcycles we ship are moved in enclosed trailers, and this one was not an exception.

The route

The journey from Brea to Cave Creek that spans 381 miles travels east from Orange County and dips into the Sonoran Desert. Most motorists will use CA-91 in Brea and travel southwards to get onto I-215, which merges with I-10 at Beaumont.

For the rest of the journey, the route is mostly on I-10. This route will pass through Indio and traverse the low desert via Blythe. The route will then enter Arizona crossing the Colorado River. I-10 takes travelers through Phoenix where they switch to I-17 and exit on AZ-74. The Carefree Highway takes travelers further east on to Cave Creek Road. Finally, Cave Creek Road travels north to Cave Creek Town.

The return journey covered the same route in the opposite direction going west back into California. There is nothing much in the roads between directions, therefore, both journeys followed the same path.

A round trip is really two shipments

Booking both trips at once is what made sure this delivery would cost $0.98 per mile. A one-way move of 381 miles of an enclosed motorcycle is more expensive to do.

The rationale behind this is fairly straightforward. A carrier driving all the way to Cave Creek will need to come back to California anyway. So give him the return load together with the outbound one and he won’t make a deadhead trip to Phoenix searching for cargo. That works out cheaper for you in terms of rate.

And the scheduling question is sorted out too. We already knew the return date while the truck was still in Brea, so we used the same route twice.

What $0.98 per mile looks like on a short haul

Under a dollar per mile is cheap for enclosed transportation services at such distances. Typically, short-distance travel increases the price per mile due to the fixed costs of picking up and loading, which are equally applicable if the distance is either 381 miles or 1,800. The same applies to the securement and delivery costs.

The reason that causes the price reduction is the fact that we are talking about both trips as one. In total, there is just one set of costs for the coordination of transportation; also, the vehicle will be loaded during both trips.

Enclosed transportation generally costs more than open transportation. Enclosed trailers can carry less cargo and require additional costs. Thus, it was the round trip pricing that made it possible to get enclosed motorcycle transportation at $0.98 per mile.

Enclosed transport

The Triumph T120 is a classic, and it looks the part. You have the chromed headlight housing and the polished dual exhaust system. The wheels are wire-spoked and the engine cases are visible as well. All body parts have been painted with the details done by hand. Nothing is behind metal panels, thus making rain and road debris fall right on the bike’s deck.

That’s why the motorcycle comes enclosed with us. The sides of the trailer take the beating from the elements.

However, securing is different from securing a car. In this case, the T120 was secured using a wheel chock that keeps the front wheel in an upright position. The bike was strapped on the handlebars and the lower triple clamp using soft straps, while ratchet straps lowered the suspension under pressure to make sure that the bike remains grounded. Nothing was tied on the frame of the bike or its painted sections.

Because the bike was running, the driver was able to ride the bike up the ramp using both hands on the handlebars. This is the typical procedure for a running motorcycle.

Transport summary

• Origin: Brea, CA 92821

• Destination: Cave Creek, AZ 85331

• Service type: Round trip

• Distance per leg: 381 miles

• Service cost: $750.00

• Vehicle: 2026 Triumph T120

• Condition: Operable

• Trailer type: Enclosed

• Route: Brea, CA → CA-91 east → I-215 south → I-10 east through Indio and Blythe → I-17 north at Phoenix → AZ-74 east → Cave Creek Road north → Cave Creek, AZ

Shipping a 2017 BMW 750i from California to North Carolina

In our most recent transport, the BMW 750i from the year 2017 was transported from Long Beach, California to Cameron, North Carolina using the service of open trailer transport, traveling a total of 2,544 miles at a cost of $2,250.00 ($0.88 per mile).

The BMW was sent in running condition, thus it would start and run on its own; therefore, the loading was easy despite the long distance to travel.

The Route

The 2544-mile journey that goes from Long Beach to Cameron is in the southern part of the U.S. and takes place on one of the oldest coast to coast routes. Trucks depart from Long Beach and travel eastward along I-10 highway passing through Phoenix and Tucson, Arizona and then move to El Paso and continue through Texas all the way to San Antonio and Houston.

Then the journey goes eastward again to Louisiana, Mississippi, and into Florida via Tallahassee and Jacksonville. The last leg of the trip moves through I-95 heading northward via Savannah and Columbia to North Carolina and terminates on local roads in Cameron, a small town located close to Fort Bragg and Fayetteville.

Why This Long Haul Comes at a Lower Per-Mile Rate

This shipment is over 2,500 miles in length, and as such, it utilizes the same cost structure that exists in any other long-distance car hauling operation. As the distance increases, the cost per mile decreases due to the distribution of the fixed cost of positioning and planning along a greater number of miles. This is precisely why this particular shipment costs $0.88 per mile.

What Loading an Operable 750i Looks Like

A 2017 BMW 750i has standard ground clearance for a full-size luxury sedan, so it loads onto a multi-car open carrier the same way most daily-driven vehicles do, without needing approach ramps or specialized equipment. Since the car shipped operable, the driver drove it straight up the ramps at pickup. It then got secured using the standard four-point wheel strap tie-down at each corner.

Open Transport

The 750i’s size and weight fall well within what a standard open carrier handles every day, and its ground clearance doesn’t carry the low-profile concerns that push sportier vehicles toward enclosed trailers. Open transport keeps the cost down on a trip this long, which matters more here than it would on a short regional move.

Transport Summary

• Origin: Long Beach, CA 90802

• Destination: Cameron, NC 28326

• Distance: 2544 miles

• Price: $2,250.00

• Condition: Operable

• Trailer type: Open

Shipping a 2016 Subaru Crosstrek from Texas to Colorado

In the recent move, we transported the 2016 Subaru Crosstrek vehicle from Austin, TX to Fruita, CO using open trailer transportation services. This crossover traveled for 1054 miles with charges of $1,475.00 amounting to $1.40 per mile.

The Crosstrek was operable upon pick up which means that the car started, ran, and drove using its engine. This made the loading process easy.

The Route

The 1,054 miles-long journey from Austin to Fruita follows a north-western direction, first moving from Texas and then proceeding to the Rocky Mountains. Generally, truckers start from Austin on interstate I-35 towards Fort Worth and move northwest from there using US-287 passing Amarillo and panhandle of Texas.

The route continues into Colorado through I-25 moving northward, where it connects to I-70 moving westwards through the mountainous area towards Grand Junction. From Grand Junction, the route proceeds a bit more to Fruita lying near the Colorado National Monument.

What a Regional-to-Long Haul Rate Looks Like

A 1,054 mile shipment is placed within the middle range in terms of the distance covered between a short and long-distance haul. It costs $1.40 per mile, which is reflective of the middle range. The second half of the journey is mountainous, which makes it slightly more complex compared to a similar flat route.

Open Transport

The 2016 Subaru Crosstrek comes with standard ground clearance that is appropriate for a compact crossover, even slightly higher compared to many other cars due to its high profile, so the process of loading it to an open transport for a few cars is similar to what is done with other regularly driven cars, not requiring special equipment or approach ramps.

Also, as the car was shipped in an operable condition, the driver drove it up the ramp directly at the point of pickup. The four-point tie-down wheel straps were used for securing it.

Using an open transporter also keeps the price of this shipment low.

Transport Summary

• Origin: Austin, TX 78705

• Origin: Austin, TX 78705

• Distance: 1054 miles

• Service cost: $1,475.00

• Cost per mile: $1.40

• Vehicle: 2016 Subaru Crosstrek

• Condition: Operable

• Trailer type: Open

• Route: I-35 north to Fort Worth, then US-287 northwest through Amarillo, I-25 north, and I-70 west into Fruita
  
  
  
  See also: Texas to Colorado Car Shipping
  
  

Shipping a 2023 Cadillac CT5 from Texas to Texas

In our recent delivery process, we delivered a 2023 Cadillac CT5 from Houston, TX to Celina, TX using the Open Trailer Delivery service. It was a delivery over 283 miles at a cost of $725.00 which means that each mile is priced at $2.56.

The CT5 came to us operable, which means that it started, operated and ran on its own power. This made this delivery process a simple one.

The Route

The 283-mile route from Houston to Celina runs north through the heart of Texas. Carriers usually leave Houston on I-45 north, running through Huntsville and Corsicana before reaching the Dallas-Fort Worth area.

From there the route keeps going north through Dallas on the Dallas North Tollway or US-75, connecting to US-380 west into Celina, a fast-growing community in Collin County north of the metro area.

What a Regional Rate Looks Like for This Distance

With 283 miles, this is a relatively short freight within the region, with higher per mile costs compared to a longer freight route. The $2.56 per mile cost is an indicator of this trend because the cost of transporting goods will not decrease based on the number of miles.

The route from Houston to Dallas is one of the busiest routes in Texas, ensuring adequate carrier availability for the transport.

Open Transport

The 2023 Cadillac CT5 is a sedan that has regular ground clearance for its size, meaning that it will load into a multi-car open transporter the same way as any other regularly driven vehicle, without the use of ramps or special equipment. The fact that the car was received in drivable condition means that the driver simply drove the car up the ramps during pick-up.

Open transportation is also the only way to keep costs down, considering the type of shipment.

Transport Summary

• Origin: Houston, TX 77041

• Destination: Celina, TX 75009

• Distance: 283 miles

• Service cost: $725.00

• Cost per mile: $2.56

• Vehicle: 2023 Cadillac CT5

• Condition: Operable

• Trailer type: Open

• Route: I-45 north through Huntsville and Corsicana, then US-380 west into Celina
  
  
  

Shipping a 1933 Ford Roadster from Minnesota to Kansas

In our most recent shipment, we transported a 1933 Ford Roadster from Dayton, MN to Hays, KS by means of enclosed truck transportation services. This shipment covered a distance of 725 miles at a cost of $1,380.00, or $1.90 per mile.

The roadster was shipped operational, meaning that it started, ran, and drove on its own power when loaded. Such an old vehicle, dating back almost 100 years, brings with it certain factors when being loaded. An additional reason why the roadster should have been enclosed was due to its open-topped design.

The Route

The 725 miles of the route from Dayton to Hays travels from the Minneapolis area south and west to reach central Kansas. The carriers typically begin their journey from Dayton, which is situated on the north side of the Twin Cities area, and travel southwards via Interstate 35.

The route further travels south towards the Kansas City area and then heads to Interstate 70 westward, passing through Salina before reaching Hays.

Why a 1933 Roadster Needs Extra Care at Loading

The tires of these vehicles are generally narrower and taller than those produced in the last few decades. The tires may no longer be rated for the same load and speed as the newer radial tires, making it crucial for carriers to examine them thoroughly prior to loading. This is because old bias-ply or specialty tires may develop cracks or other issues while being driven onto the trailer due to their age.

The chassis and suspension of the Roadster also vary greatly from the chassis and suspension found in current cars. The Roadster features solid axles with leaf springs as opposed to the current use of a unibody and independent suspensions. This affects the point where the strap can be secured, due to the fact that the chassis will not have as many anchor points as modern day vehicles.

Enclosed Transport

The body style of a Roadster entails lack of a permanent roof and weather protection relative to a coupe or sedan of the same period. This translates to an already rare and unique vintage automobile being at an increased risk of getting damaged by rain, dust, and dirt should it be transported on a flatbed carrier because there is no cabin that can protect it from the effects of weather, unlike a closed body type.

Chrome, windows, and upholstery, among other components, will be extremely difficult to find for a car of this age relative to those of a more recent model because this line of Fords has not been in production for nearly a century. It is critical that the vehicle be enclosed for its transport because of the 725 miles that the journey spans.

Transport Summary

• Origin: Dayton, MN 55327

• Destination: Hays, KS 67601

• Distance: 725 miles

• Service cost: $1,380.00

• Cost per mile: $1.90

• Vehicle: 1933 Ford Roadster

• Condition: Operable

• Trailer type: Enclosed

• Route: I-35 south through Des Moines and Kansas City, then I-70 west through Salina into Hays
  
  
  

Shipping a 2018 Ford Startrans Senator II from Georgia to Texas

Our recent cargo included transportation of a 2018 Ford Startrans Senator II from Cartersville, Georgia to Dallas, Texas using open trailer transport. The distance covered was 792 miles for the cost of $2,100.00 at $2.65 per mile.

The Senator II arrived inoperable in that it did not have the ability to operate or drive itself. This is different from transporting a functional car.

The Route

The 1,273 km route extends from Cartersville to Dallas and stretches westward across the Deep South. Freight haulers generally depart from Cartersville, north of Atlanta, and move south to connect with I-20 West all the way to Texas.

The route then continues moving westward from Louisiana to Texas until it reaches the Dallas region. The corridor remains on one highway throughout the majority of its span, which ensures consistent carrier availability.

What a Startrans Senator II Shuttle Bus Is

Startrans Senator II is the name of the shuttle bus body that is put on a chassis that is based on Ford Cutaway Van. It is normally used as a shuttle for airport transportation, hotels and paratransit services. The body is much heavier than an ordinary passenger vehicle, and therefore requires a different trailer and equipment.

Being heavier and larger than an ordinary car, a shuttle bus such as this one normally needs a commercial sized trailer.

Why an Inoperable Bus Needs a Winch and the Right Equipment

Because the Senator II could not run or propel itself anywhere, the whole loading process was dependent on the use of the carrier’s winch and not on the use of self-propelled movement of the vehicle. This implies that the winch would be used to lift the entire weight of the bus on to the deck of the trailer, which was obviously a much heavier and more laborious process compared to loading the car.

While loading an inoperable commercial vehicle such as the Senator II, carriers always anticipate for a slower and controlled process, as well as the use of wheel chocks and multiple tie down points because of the extra danger involved with a large sized vehicle such as this one.

Transport Summary

• Origin: Cartersville, GA 30120

• Destination: Dallas, TX 75229

• Distance: 792 miles

• Service cost: $2,100.00

• Cost per mile: $2.65

• Vehicle: 2018 Ford Startrans Senator II

• Condition: Inoperable

• Trailer type: Open

• Route: I-20 west through Alabama, Mississippi, and Louisiana into Dallas
  
  
  

Shipping a 1962 Chevrolet Impala from Alabama to Southern California

For our most recent shipment, a 1962 Chevrolet Impala was shipped from Huntsville, AL to San Fernando, CA by way of enclosed trailer truck service. The distance traveled by the car is 2018 miles at a cost of $2,650.00; thus, each mile costs $1.31.

The car was transported operable, which means that it can start, run, and drive on its own upon picking it up. The car was made in 1962, which makes transporting it somewhat different from a modern sedan.

The Route

The 2018-mile trip from Huntsville to San Fernando travels west across the country using one of the oldest routes connecting the coast to coast. The carriers normally start their journey from Huntsville and move towards Memphis then travel westwards on Interstate 40.

The trip continues westwards through Arkansas, Oklahoma, Texas panhandle, and New Mexico via Albuquerque. The last part of the trip is done crossing Arizona through Flagstaff until reaching California ending at I-15 and local roads in San Fernando Valley.

Why a 1962 Impala Needs Extra Care at Loading

Vehicles from this period will have much narrower and higher tires than vehicles manufactured in the last several decades. A tire set of such age may have different parameters in terms of its load capacity and maximum speed compared to the radial tire. Tire condition will be carefully inspected prior to loading due to the possibility of cracking and failure in case of putting such an old tire on a moving vehicle.

Furthermore, the body of the Impala has been manufactured using other means than those used by manufacturers nowadays. Instead of using unibody and independent suspension systems, the manufacturers of the 1950s would use solid axles and leaf springs. This feature makes it necessary to look for different places to secure the strap as a traditional car will not always have the same number of points as the contemporary one.

Enclosed Transport

In the case of 1962 Impala, it is much more difficult to find original chrome trim, glass and body panels, because this model has been out of production for more than sixty years already. Enclosed transportation will protect the vehicle from any road debris and weather conditions during all 2018 miles of trip that matter more for this situation than for usual trips.

The journey of five states and different types of landscape will include passing different weather conditions depending on region, and the enclosed transportation will provide better protection in comparison with open one.

Transport Summary

• Origin: Huntsville, AL 35806

• Destination: San Fernando, CA 91340

• Distance: 2018 miles

• Service cost: $2,650.00

• Cost per mile: $1.31

• Vehicle: 1962 Chevrolet Impala

• Condition: Operable

• Trailer type: Enclosed

• Route: I-40 west through Memphis, Oklahoma, the Texas panhandle, and Albuquerque, then I-15 into San Fernando