We research and evaluate auto transport companies so you don’t have to. Independent rankings, updated quarterly.
Not every auto transport company is worth your time. We evaluate each one on six criteria: pricing transparency, carrier vetting practices, customer communication, delivery performance, complaint resolution, and overall value. Companies that play games with quotes or hide fees don’t make the list. The ones that do earn their spot.
The quote you get should be the price you pay. We flag companies that lowball to win the booking and adjust at pickup.
Brokers are only as good as the carriers they dispatch. We look at how companies screen drivers and handle damage claims.
On-time pickups, accurate windows, vehicles arriving in the condition they left. This is the whole point.
Are customers kept informed from booking through delivery? Pickup window accuracy and response time are weighted heavily.
How does the company respond when something goes wrong? BBB complaint patterns and resolution rates are reviewed.
Is the price reasonable relative to what you are getting? Cheapest is not always best; we weight value against service quality.
Best overall car shipping company for 2026.
RoadRunner Auto Transport has been shipping vehicles for 30 years. No deposit required at booking, transparent pricing, and an in-house team that actively manages your shipment from pickup to delivery.
See full reviewOur main ranking. Ten companies evaluated across all criteria. Start here.
For vehicles that need extra protection. Seven companies that handle enclosed transport well.
The most common and affordable option. Eight solid choices for standard moves.
Five companies equipped to handle high-value vehicles with the care they require.
What your carrier’s insurance actually covers, and what it doesn’t.
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The difference in cost, protection, and when it matters which you pick.
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Typical costs by route, vehicle type, and time of year.
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