Thanksgiving Car Shipping 2026 | Ship Before Nov 20

Distance	Pickup Before	Pickup After
0–500 mi	Nov 20 - Friday	Nov 29 or later
500–1,000 mi	Nov 20 - Friday	Nov 29 or later
1,000–1,500 mi	Nov 18 - Wednesday	Nov 29 or later
1,500–2,000 mi	Nov 18 - Wednesday	Nov 29 or later
2,000–2,500 mi	Nov 16 - Monday	Nov 29 or later
2,500–3,500 mi	Nov 16 - Monday	Nov 29 or later

Dates are based on typical pickup and transit times for each distance. Your agent will confirm your exact pickup window when you book.

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Dell Foster

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After dealing with another company that tried the old bait-and-switch with a lowball quote that kept climbing, working with SGT was a breath of fresh air. I booked a vehicle transport from Phoenix to Stillwater, Minnesota over the weekend. They said pickup would happen within 1 to 3 business days. It was picked up on Monday. They said delivery would happen within 3 days of pickup. It arrived on Thursday. No drama. No nonsense. No surprise price games. The driver was friendly, professional, and made my wife feel comfortable during pickup, which mattered because this was her first time going through the process. On the delivery end, he brought the vehicle right up to the garage in Stillwater without any issues. Bottom line: they did what they said they would do. They honored the quote, hit the timeline, communicated clearly, and made the whole process easy. That alone is worth 5 stars these days.

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from Phoenix to Stillwater, Minnesota

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Kelly Money

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SGT truly delivers on everything they promise. From the very beginning, the entire process was smooth, professional, and stress-free. Communication was excellent the whole way through, and every update they gave me was accurate and on time. It’s rare these days to find a company that actually follows through exactly as they say they will, but SGT absolutely did that for me.
The team was responsive, helpful, and made the entire transport experience easy from start to finish. I always felt informed and confident that my vehicle was being handled properly. Pickup and delivery both happened as scheduled, and there were no surprises, hidden fees, or last-minute changes. What impressed me most was their reliability and professionalism. They clearly care about customer satisfaction and making the process as simple as possible. Overall, it was an awesome experience from beginning to end, and I would definitely use SGT again and recommend them to anyone needing vehicle transport services.

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Mark Wanish

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My experience with SGT was outstanding from start to finish. I actually scheduled my vehicle transport while I was on an airplane, and by the time I landed, the order had already been assigned to a carrier. That level of speed and efficiency immediately impressed me and gave me confidence that I chose the right company.
The communication throughout the process was excellent. The team kept me updated every step of the way and made everything incredibly easy and stress-free. My vehicle was picked up the very next day, and delivery happened quickly after that right to my home without any issues at all. What really stood out to me was how organized and seamless the entire process felt. There were no delays, no confusion, and no unexpected surprises. Everything happened exactly as promised, which is something you don’t always get in the transport industry.

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from Florida to California

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Jimmy Doan

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Great service—I highly recommend them to anyone looking for reliable car transport. The process was smooth, professional, and hassle-free from start to finish.

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Monica Crimi

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A seamless and well scheduled transport of our vehicle from Washington to Arizona. Our driver took exceptional care of our car and kept in touch with us the whole journey. The car was in perfect condition when it arrived.

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from Washington to Arizona

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Can I still ship my car during Thanksgiving week?

Yes, but expect a longer pickup window, because fewer carriers are working. Choosing a date before or after the holiday is the fastest option.

Will moving my date cost more?

No. Your price stays the same, and no additional payment is needed.

My first available date passed and I haven't booked. What now?

You can still ship. Some carriers have open spots on routes right now, so request a new quote and we'll match you with an available truck.

What is a First Available Date (FAD)?

It's the first day your vehicle is ready to be picked up. Carriers plan their routes around it, so choosing the right one is the easiest way to avoid holiday delays.