Car Shipping Alabama

When it comes time to look for a car shipping company in Alabama, we know you’ve got plenty of options to choose from.

When you go with SGT Auto Transport for your cross country car shipping needs, you have the benefit of ten years of experience in the auto logistics business, and a network of over 25,000 transport drivers to help coordinate your request.

One thing that we’ve found out (and which we think sets us apart from other auto shipping companies) is that there’s no universal solution for people’s auto shipping needs.

That’s why we offer several different shipping methods that can be custom-fit for your vehicle, your budget, your timeframe and your situation. 

We have invested in the latest tech advances in the logistics business, and leverage them for the best service for our customers. Most importantly, though, we have a customer-first mindset that drives everything we do. If you’re not happy, we’re not happy and we’ll do whatever it takes to set things right again - it’s just how we do things here at SGT Auto Transport. 

Open car shipping: this is the preferred method for most of our customers, as it’s safe and cost-effective. With open car shipping, your vehicle is loaded onto a double-decker transport trailer along with several others; it’s the type of tractor-trailer that you see bringing new cars to dealerships. While open car shipping leaves your vehicle exposed to the elements, it’s by far the most affordable way to go.

Enclosed car shipping: for a rare or very high-dollar car, it might be desirable to have an enhanced level of protection and security. Enclosed car shipping is the perfect solution; with enclosed car shipping, your vehicle is loaded into a closed trailer and then locked in, protecting it against weather, road grit or curious onlookers. It does come at a premium cost, and availability of drivers and trucks might be limited. 

Guaranteed pickup service: we put customers first, and that means ensuring that your driver will be at your location at a specified time and date to pick up your vehicle and get it on its way. The same applies for dropoff at the destination, and you’ll be informed if anything happens to disrupt that schedule. 

Cross country car shipping: anytime a logistics company has to get its load to a destination several hundred miles away, it can be expensive, since cost/mile is a big part of shipping cost formulas. With SGT’s cross country car shipping, though, cost/mile actually drops for very long runs, making it a great value.

Door-to-door shipping: think of it almost like Uber Eats, except for your vehicle. Like the term suggests, we pick up your car at curbside at your location, and drop it off at curbside again.

Remember that fuel weighs about 6 pounds per gallon, and that vehicle curb weight figures heavily (pun intended) into shipping costs. Shipping your vehicle with a quarter tank of fuel or less can save you money. 

Don’t forget that your transport driver needs a copy of the ignition key.

Please inspect your car for any fluid leaks: motor oil, coolant, brake, transmission or power steering fluid.

Please be sure all four tires are fully inflated, the battery is charged, and the headlights and taillights work.

If your car isn’t in running condition, please let us know ahead of time. We can and do ship cars that can’t start, run and drive under their own power (such as a car that needs to go to a specialized shop in another part of the country), but it requires special equipment and procedures. 

Some congested neighborhoods aren’t suitable for an 18-wheel transport truck, and in some cities or suburbs it might be illegal to operate a commercial truck on residential streets. If that’s the case where you are, you might think about a more suitable location for pickup, such as a large, empty parking lot. 

Punctual performance

Transparency in pricing and quotes

Friendly, responsive customer service 24/7/365

Professionalism and attention to detail on every job we do

Ten years of experience and a wide network of professional transport drivers on hand

Customer-first philosophy as one of the core tenets at SGT Auto Transport 

You must apply for an Alabama Driver’s license within 120 days of arrival or as soon as you’ve secured employment after moving.

You must register your vehicle at the local county clerk’s office within 90 days of moving. An emissions test is a requirement.

To register to vote, you use an identification certification or a license.

The state is classified as humid subtropical and has an average temperature of 64°F. It tends to be warmer in the south, but in general, you can expect scorching summers and mild winters with copious amounts of rainfall throughout the year. The state is also prone to tropical storms, tornadoes, and hurricanes.

The job growth rate at the end of 2019 was climbing by 2.4%, much faster than the national average. The economy is strong, and plenty of jobs are available across most parts of the state. Top industries include automotive, tech, aeronautics, forestry, and chemical production.