Enclosed Auto Transport
We help coordinate covered-trailer transportation for eligible classic, luxury, collector and specialty vehicles, subject to route and carrier availability.
Compare Transport OptionsEnclosed transport may also be requested for other eligible vehicles when customers prefer reduced exposure to ordinary weather and roadway conditions.
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Covered Trailer Transportation
Enclosed auto transport uses a covered trailer to move eligible vehicles while reducing their exposure to ordinary weather and roadway conditions during transportation.
Enclosed carriers may use different trailer configurations and loading equipment. Available capacity, route coverage and vehicle eligibility depend on the assigned motor carrier and shipment requirements.
This option may be considered for classic, luxury, collector, specialty or other vehicles when the customer prefers a covered transportation environment.
Why Consider Enclosed Transport?
Enclosed transportation may be suitable when the vehicle, shipment details and customer preferences support the use of covered-carrier equipment.
The covered trailer reduces direct exposure to rain, sunlight, wind and other ordinary outdoor conditions during transportation.
The enclosed trailer reduces direct exposure to ordinary road dust and environmental debris encountered during the route.
Classic, collector, luxury and specialty vehicles may be candidates for enclosed transportation depending on their dimensions and condition.
Vehicles travel inside a covered trailer rather than on an exposed multi-vehicle carrier.
Vehicle ground clearance, dimensions, operating condition and loading needs can be reviewed when coordinating suitable carrier equipment.
The vehicle’s existing condition should be inspected and recorded with the assigned motor carrier at pickup and reviewed again at delivery.
During Transportation
Enclosed transportation uses covered-carrier equipment, but trailer configuration, loading method, vehicle placement and communication may vary according to the assigned motor carrier and shipment requirements.
The vehicle travels inside a covered trailer, reducing its direct exposure to ordinary rain, sunlight, dust and roadway conditions.
Enclosed carriers may use different trailer sizes, capacities and internal configurations based on their equipment and the vehicles being transported.
Loading methods depend on the assigned carrier’s equipment, the vehicle’s ground clearance, operating condition, dimensions and other shipment details.
The assigned motor carrier determines vehicle placement based on dimensions, weight distribution, loading requirements and available trailer space.
Review the vehicle with the assigned motor carrier and document its existing condition on the pickup paperwork or Bill of Lading before loading.
Inspect the vehicle at delivery and compare its condition with the pickup documentation before signing the final delivery paperwork.
Vehicle Considerations
Enclosed transportation may be considered for many vehicle types when the customer prefers a covered trailer or when the vehicle has specific dimensions, condition or loading requirements.
Enclosed transport is not limited only to expensive vehicles. Final eligibility depends on the vehicle details, route and available carrier equipment.
Older vehicles may be considered for enclosed transportation when the owner prefers reduced exposure to ordinary weather and road conditions.
Examples: Restored classics, antique vehicles and historically significant vehicles.
Luxury and premium passenger vehicles may be transported inside a covered trailer when enclosed-carrier equipment is available.
Examples: Premium sedans, luxury SUVs and high-value passenger vehicles.
Collector, limited-production and specialty vehicles may require additional review of their dimensions, operating condition and loading requirements.
Examples: Collector vehicles, limited-production models and specialty passenger vehicles.
Sports and performance vehicles may require careful review of ground clearance, width, suspension and loading angles before transportation.
Examples: Sports coupes, performance sedans and low-clearance vehicles.
Vehicles with suspension, body, wheel or exterior modifications should be accurately described so suitable carrier equipment can be reviewed.
Examples: Lowered vehicles, custom bodywork and oversized wheels or accessories.
Customers may also request enclosed transportation for standard passenger vehicles when they prefer reduced outdoor exposure and covered-carrier service.
Examples: Sedans, crossovers, SUVs and other passenger vehicles.
Compare Transport Options
Both options can be used to coordinate vehicle transportation. The main differences involve carrier design, outdoor exposure, equipment availability and the customer’s vehicle and shipment preferences.
Covered Carrier Option
Vehicles travel inside a covered trailer, reducing their direct exposure to ordinary weather, dust and roadway conditions during transportation.
Covered Trailer Transportation
Exposed Carrier Option
Vehicles travel on an exposed carrier and may encounter ordinary weather, dust and roadway conditions during transportation.
The Enclosed Transport Process
The process begins with accurate shipment and vehicle details, followed by carrier coordination, pickup inspection, covered transportation and a final delivery review.
Provide the pickup and delivery locations, vehicle information, operating condition and preferred pickup window.
Include accurate ground clearance, dimensions and modification details when they differ from factory specifications.
Review the estimated transportation pricing, covered-carrier option and applicable shipment terms before confirming.
Availability and estimated pricing depend on the route, vehicle details and suitable carrier equipment.
The assigned motor carrier coordinates pickup and documents the vehicle’s existing condition before loading it into the covered trailer.
Review the pickup paperwork or Bill of Lading before transportation begins.
Inspect the vehicle at delivery and compare its condition with the pickup documentation before signing the final paperwork.
Record any concerns on the delivery paperwork before completing the delivery review.
Plan Your Enclosed Transport
Share your route, vehicle and preferred pickup details to request a personalized enclosed auto transport estimate.
We will help review the shipment information, available covered-carrier option and applicable transportation terms before confirmation.
Final pricing and timing depend on the vehicle details, route, requested pickup window and suitable carrier availability.