Auto Transport, Answered

Nationwide car shipping rates typically range from $600–$1,800 for standard open transport and start around $1,400 for enclosed transport. Cost depends on distance, vehicle size, transport type (open vs. enclosed), pickup timing, and seasonal demand. Request a quote for exact pricing on your route.

Coast-to-coast car shipping typically delivers in 7–10 days. Regional shipments complete in 2–5 days. Anchor Down provides a confirmed pickup window and live status updates from dispatch through delivery.

Yes. Every carrier in the Anchor Down network carries active Commercial Cargo Insurance starting at $100K and Commercial Liability Insurance starting at $1M. Anchor Down also offers supplemental gap coverage on all shipments. Insurance certificates are available on request.

Open auto transport is the industry standard — efficient and cost-effective, and used for most new and used vehicles. Enclosed auto transport uses fully covered trailers to protect luxury, exotic, classic, and high-value vehicles from weather and road debris.

Yes. Anchor Down routinely transports inoperable and non-running vehicles using winch-equipped carriers. Please indicate the vehicle's condition — runs & drives, rolls & steers, or forklift-only — when requesting your quote.

Keep the fuel tank ¼ full, remove personal items, disable alarms, deactivate toll tags, and note any pre-existing damage. Your Anchor Down driver will complete a full digital inspection with photos at pickup and delivery.

Federal DOT regulations limit personal items to under 100 lbs stored below window level. Anchor Down recommends removing all valuables and electronics before transport. Ask your dispatcher for specifics on your shipment.

Yes. Expedited pickup windows are available on most lanes for an additional fee. Anchor Down can secure guaranteed pickup dates for military PCS, dealer trade, and time-sensitive corporate relocations.

Yes. Anchor Down coordinates to and from mainland ports for Hawaii and Alaska vehicle shipments in partnership with established maritime logistics providers, delivering to your requested port of destination.

Request a quote online or by phone at (678) 941-4545, review your available options, and confirm your booking. Anchor Down accepts all major credit and debit cards, Zelle, and CashApp — with as little as $0 to start scheduling today.

Yes. Anchor Down Logistics operates under USDOT #4318792 and MC #1684692, is fully licensed by the FMCSA, and maintains a $75,000 surety bond as required for federally licensed transportation brokers.