All auto transport companies are transparent. They will give you all the information you need, along with brochures on how it is done and what to expect. Sometimes, they will even throw you a tip or two on how to choose the best moving company for your needs and how to spot if you’re dealing with fly-by-nights and scammers. All these information are duly provided when visiting their websites, calling their hotlines and of course when you pay a visit to their offices. They will give you straight, precise explanation on how they conduct their business—all of it BUT not when it comes to their pricing structure.

Most auto moving companies tend to be vague when they’re asked how they construct their prices. Yes, you’ll be given pre-made quotes and estimates but never a specific price structure where you alone can make your calculations. In the end, you’ll have to settle, hope and pray that the one who put together your bill had a great day and in a sunny mood.

Generally, prices and fees set by most auto transport companies depend on the travel time, weight of the vehicle/s, number of vehicle/s and the distance. It also varies from one location to another and the amount of cars they transport within that location. A standard sized car receives the lowest rate and a bigger automobile such as carriers and trucks, of course, receives higher rate. If you’re thinking of sending your car from port to port then certain shipping fees are applied.

Then there is weather condition; not to mention fuel prices and everything else in between. When you try checking with several moving companies, you’ll see that estimates vary widely from lowly $500 to whopping $900 all for the same car. This alone can confuse a first time auto shipper.

Bottomline is, it pays to get estimates and talk personally to customer reps, if prices get too blurry then head out of their office’s doors and move on to the next.