How many days in advance do I need to make my vehicle moving arrangements?

We recommend submitting your order around two weeks in advance for cross country auto relocations, and three to four weeks for overseas shipments. If you have an urgent situation, let us know and we’ll do our very best to accommodate your vehicle transport as a “priority status.” Please call us at (866) 858-8066 to discuss your needs.

How much will it cost to ship my vehicle?

Our competitive prices are determined by the size of your vehicle , the origin and destination of your route as well as the timing/date. Bears Transport accepts cashier’s checks, money orders, Visa, Master Card and Discover. For all C.O.D. orders, payment must be made with cash or a cashier’s check on delivery. If you would like a free quote, click here.

How long will it take to transport my vehicle?

There are two major factors in determining how long your vehicle transport will take. First, the distance between pick-up and delivery. And second, how many additional vehicles are with your shipment. Other factors, like weather conditions, traffic, and truck maintenance, may lengthen your vehicle’s transit time.

On average, most coast-to-coast vehicle relocations take an average of 7 to 10 days. Coastal up-and-down moves can take from 3 to 6 days. Bears Transport will keep you well-informed during transit as to the exact date and time your vehicle will arrive at its destination.

What kind of truck will my auto be shipped on?

Either an open carrier, like the trucks you’ve seen transporting vehicles to and from auto dealerships, or an enclosed carrier, which we recommend if you’re shipping a custom or exotic car or truck or a low clearance vehicle. Please call us at (866) 858-8066 or use our free online quote request to determine the carrier for your vehicle if you are unsure.

How long does it take to have my vehicle picked up for transport, after I’ve made arrangements?

Within three to five days of the scheduled pick-up date you have requested. Of course, we can always make special pick-up arrangements to accommodate your schedule.

Can I pack things in my vehicle?

Generally, we recommend that you do not ship any personal belongings inside your vehicle. However, a few small soft items -ie clothes, paperwork or books up to 100lbs may be packed in the trunk. Absolutely no valuables, nothing heavy and do not block any windows. Customers are responsible for items in vehicle.

Is my Vehicle Insured?

Your vehicle will be insured against any transport damage caused by driver negligence during loading and unloading . Our drivers carry a minimum of $250,000 (up to $1 million) in Cargo and Liability Insurance. Bears Transport is an insurance certificate holder to each driver and we will provide you with a copy of the insurance certificate once we have your truck scheduled.

What if my vehicle drop-off or pick-up location is inaccessible to the truck?

Most auto transport trucks are quite large, up to 53 to 80 feet long. This sometimes makes it impossible to reach many residential areas. If that’s the case with your auto move, your vehicle mover will attempt to get as close as possible to your delivery location. We can also arrange a convenient location, like a shopping center, to either pick up or deliver your vehicle.