Fees for third-party services performed by entities other than the carrier, which are paid by the auto transport company and added to the bill of lading.

An authorized local shipping company operating on behalf of a larger national company.

A secondary transport service utilizing smaller vehicles when standard carriers cannot access pickup or delivery locations due to physical constraints.

A legally binding document serving as both receipt and transportation agreement for vehicle shipment.

Specialized shipping service for watercraft using purpose-built carriers, typically provided by auto transport companies with appropriate insurance coverage.

A licensed intermediary who arranges vehicle transportation through authorized carriers for compensation, without taking physical possession of the vehicle.

A specialized tractor-trailer designed to transport multiple vehicles simultaneously for delivery to end clients, dealerships, or rental companies.

Long-distance vehicle transportation service, typically used for distances exceeding 450 miles or for interstate/cross-country moves.

An online tool that provides estimated shipping costs based on user-input parameters, subject to confirmation with the transport company.

The physical process of transporting vehicles as freight cargo.

The transport company's legal responsibility for vehicle damage or loss during transit, distinct from insurance coverage.

A formal statement documenting vehicle loss or damage that occurred while in the carrier's custody.

The practice of transporting multiple vehicles on a single carrier to optimize cost efficiency.

Payment arrangement requiring full settlement of shipping charges at delivery, typically through cash, money order, or cashier's check.

The final deadline for delivery completion of a shipment.

Specialized vehicle shipping services customized for automotive dealerships' specific scheduling and methodological requirements.

The comprehensive infrastructure of trucks, ships, and railroads comprising the automobile transport system.

Federal agency overseeing highway, air, railroad, and maritime transportation administration.

A modification to the planned shipping route while the shipment is in transit.

Direct vehicle transportation service from pickup location to final destination address.

Status indicating that a vehicle has departed from pickup location and is in transit to delivery destination.

Premium transport carrier with full vehicle protection from environmental elements, available in soft-sided or hard-sided variants.

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration; regulatory body overseeing transportation laws and maintaining carrier licensing/insurance databases.

Specialized transport service using enclosed trailers designed for safe motorcycle transportation.

Management and planning services for automotive manufacturers' transport requirements.

Standard transport trailer accommodating up to nine vehicles, exposed to environmental elements, offering cost-effective shipping.

Documentation confirming successful delivery of shipped vehicle.

Transportation method utilizing specialized railroad cars designed for vehicle transport, offering efficient long-distance shipping via rail networks.

Dedicated transport service for individual vehicle delivery between locations.

Cost-effective shipping method utilizing regional storage facilities in metropolitan areas for vehicle transfer.

Real-time monitoring of vehicle shipment progress throughout the delivery process.

Service provider specializing in planning and managing comprehensive auto transport operations.

The overall process of moving vehicles from origin to destination.