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A definition of terms used in the auto transport industry.
Accessories attached or detached from the automobile during the moving process.
Also known as auto mover, or auto transporter, is a company or individual that assist in transporting automobiles from one destination to another.
Insurance held by automobile moving company to pay for any accidental damage that may occur.
Car alarms should usually be turned off during shipping.
Protective material used to keep car from damage during shipping.
May be calculated from time automobile is dropped off or returned to client but delivery time is the overall expected time to pickup and deliver an automobile.
Auto shipping option where the automobile is enclosed during shipment.
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration
Gear shifting device internal to automobile; usually car will be in parked position or neutral during most moves.
Device used for hauling automobiles.
Device used for lifting automobiles to designated places.
Odometer or mileometer is a used to calculate distance travelled or shipped also similar to shipping mileage. For vehicles that will be shipped, odometers usually don’t change.
Auto shipping option where the automobile is not enclosed during shipment.
Rims and accessories attached or detached with the automobile during shipping.
Used to protect interior of automobile seats, usually custom automobile deliveries will utilize seat covers at the owners request for vintage autos.
The calculation of the distance between pick up point and automobile delivery point.
Protective material with zipper used to keep car from obtaining any damage during shipping.