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Car Shipping Checklist Generator
Answer seven questions and get a checklist built for your exact shipment — open or enclosed, running or not, mainland, Hawaii, Alaska, PCS or dealer pickup. Free, no email required.
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FAQ
About this tool
Is the checklist generator free?
Yes. No email required, nothing stored on our servers. Answer seven questions, print it or download it as a text file.
How is this different from your PDF checklists?
The PDFs are fixed. This tool assembles only the steps that apply to your shipment — enclosed versus open, running versus inoperable, mainland versus Hawaii or Alaska, military PCS, modified trucks, peak season and dealer pickups.
Can I republish or link to this tool?
Yes. Dealerships, relocation companies, car clubs, military family organizations and journalists are welcome to link to it as a free consumer resource.
Why does every checklist mention toll transponders?
Because it is the most common surprise charge in auto transport. Remove or disable the transponder before pickup — you remain responsible for any tolls charged while the vehicle is in transit.
Who do I file a claim with if something goes wrong?
The motor carrier that had custody of the vehicle. Enterprise Auto Transport is a licensed broker, not the insurer — $250,000 cargo coverage on open carriers and up to $2,000,000 cargo coverage on enclosed carriers come from the carrier's cargo policy. We help you file and stay on it until it is resolved.
Ready to Ship your car?
Open and enclosed semi-truck carriers, door-to-door delivery and a coordinator who answers the phone.