How long should my Car Transport take?

Transporting your car can be a stressful time and we know your car is the most important thing you own. But, you should also be aware of the DOT (Department of Transportation) regulations when getting your car transported.

1. Car carriers can only drive 11 hours in one day.
2. Car carriers can only work 14 hours in one 24 hour period (this includes loading/unloading and fueling.)
3. Car carriers can work no more than 70 hours in a week. After 70 hours they are required to stop driving for 36 hours.

All of this is kept in a logbook that is regularly checked by law enforcement officials at weigh stations across the country.

You should also keep in mind that if the customer before you delays them a few hours when loading their car that this will cause them to be behind in delivering/picking up your car.

Knowing where your car is during transport is important and you should make sure your shipping agent communicates this with you.


A good rule of thumb is that carriers will go about 450 per day.


For more information about Shipping Your Car contact Scott