The Best Rates For South Carolina Auto Transport In The US

The staff at autotransporterrates.com has been working tirelessly to connect local drivers with the leading South Carolina auto transport service providers at the best rates in the industry. Our network of delivery contractors compete for your business on every transport task, so you can always rest assured you're taking advantage of a buyer's market. Expect the most accurate delivery timeframes in the business thanks to our team of task managers, who use an active knowledge of the state's highway system and regional traffic patterns to chart the most efficient course and keep your delivery on schedule. You can even follow your delivery over every mile of the journey with our convenient tracking resource. Fill out the form on this page to receive 10 free quotes from our partner carriers on South Carolina automotive shipping services, or call 866-446-9143 to speak with one of our friendly customer care representatives.

You can save a lot by choosing open transport rather than enclosed. Auto dealerships safely receive vehicles from open car carrier trailers daily. To save money we recommend this option unless of course you are transporting an irreplaceable luxury, high end sports car, or antique vehicle. Other important factors include the size, weight and type of your vehicle. The body style such as crossover, minivan, hatchback, full size pickup and sports coupe you are shipping may also impact your transport rate. Usually the larger the vehicle the higher the transport cost. If your auto has any non-standard accessories that have altered the width, height, or length of your car or truck this could also increase the cost of shipping. Below are some of the accessories that can impact cost.

• Front bumper guards
• Oversized tires
• Running boards
• Roof rack
• Rear bumper guards
• Extended side mirrors
• Nerf bars
• Trailer hitch
• Lift kits

South Carolina auto transport rates are calculated by the mile and rates change depending on the cost of fuel. Often you can save money by driving your vehicle to a shipping terminal and picking the vehicle up at another shipping terminal near your delivery address. Terminal to terminal can save you a lot of money but if you need or prefer door to door auto transport make sure that your pick-up and delivery locations are accessible by a full-size tractor trailer. The method of payment you choose to use for your vehicle delivery can sometimes affect your rate. Although some companies prefer COD, most carriers accept both COD and credit cards. Please check with your carrier first if you intend to pay with a check. The time of year also affects the rates of shipping a vehicle, summer is high season and the rates are higher. If the vehicle you are transporting is not operational this will significantly add to your rate. You must inform the shipping company if your vehicle is inoperable.

• Terminal to Terminal - Major Impact
• Season - Moderate Impact
• Vehicle Accessories - Moderate Impact
• Pick-up Location - Minor Impact
• Shipping Schedule - Moderate Impact
• Inoperable - Major Impact
• Open or Enclosed - Major Impact
• Fuel Cost - Moderate Impact
• Dropoff Location - Minor Impact

Regardless of the above factors our associate partners will work to get you the lowest rate for your South Carolina car or truck transport. You will receive 10 free auto shipping quotes from our partner carriers that will best coordinate to both your price range and delivery schedule. Our trusted partner's quotes are always among the best rates you will find in the auto transport business. Let us exceed your expectations and get your quotes right now. Simply fill in the form or call us at 1-800-590-6492 to get started today.

The best way to avoid any problems with your South Carolina car shipping is by careful preparation. Be sure that both your delivery and pick up addresses are correct. Remember that weight is a major factor in your rate. Do not use your vehicle as a method to ship other personal items and have only a quarter tank of gas or less in your vehicle at the time of pick up. You can ship an inoperable vehicle, but it will be more expensive. Vehicles that are not steerable and/or do not have operable brakes will cost significantly more. You MUST inform the carrier of the vehicles condition and be prepared to pay a higher rate. Many drivers will not transport an inoperable vehicle if they have not been first notified.

When your vehicle is picked up you will complete a bill of lading. It is extremely important to complete this document accurately. You and the driver will inspect your vehicle and document any damage to the vehicle, such as paint scratches, dents, broken windshields, etc. When your vehicle is delivered be sure that you or your authorized representative, carefully check the entire vehicle prior to signing the bill of lading. Failing to do this can make it very difficult if not impossible to process a claim against the driver or shipping company. We carefully choose the best auto shipping carriers in the business but should any unexpected issue or problems come up you should definitely report them to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.

Communication is critical to an easy auto transport. Our South Carolina auto transport partners will attempt to keep you informed every step of the way. Our partners typically deliver on-time, however occasionally situations created by weather, road conditions, or other traffic problems are possible. Keeping an open line of communication to your carrier or driver can help eliminate a lot of stress.

When selecting door to door transport services, local road conditions can impact pickup and delivery times and locations. Most auto transports are completed by big rigs. These semi-trucks are difficult to maneuver on narrow roads and streets. South Carolina has 140,106 miles of highways with many rural roads and other road conditions that may hinder or limit access for large trucks. If the pickup and/or delivery locations have any obstructions that could prevent the truck from accessing either location we recommend you select a better location. This can easily be accomplished by coordinating with the driver. Selecting a plaza or supermarket parking lot is often a better choice. Traffic can also impact pickup and/or drop-off schedules. We recommend you check road and traffic conditions for delays. Check here to find current traffic conditions in South Carolina. Below are some of the road conditions to consider when selecting a pickup or drop-off location.

• Low hanging tree branches
• Low overpasses
• Narrow Cul-de-sacs
• County road
• One way streets
• Narrow streets
• Low overpasses
• Railroad tracks
• Limited Access Avenues

South Carolina has an average of 198 sunny days per year. Weather is not often an issue to the car shipping industry here. South Carolina's weather is hot and humid in summer, with short and mild winters. Average high temperatures in summer range from 70 degrees in the northwest, to 92 degrees in the central and coastal regions. In winter, high temperatures range from from 32 degrees in the mountains to 55 degrees in the central and coastal region. Annual rainfall averages 50 inches. Annual snowfall averages 3 inches with more accumulation in the mountains. Hurricanes and flooding occasionally impact auto transport schedules along the South Carolina coastal areas. To check the current weather conditions for any possible auto shipping delays, please see below.