Effortlessly shipping cars, motorcycles, trucks or any vehicle to/from any location in Arkansas
Arkansas Vehicle Shipping & Heavy Haul Transport Experts
Ship a Car, Inc. delivers superior shipping service to people relocating their vehicles, businesses moving their general freight and/or transporting heavy haul equipment as well as volume relocation services for dealers and corporations.
SAC is an experienced transport broker with direct access to the largest network of carriers. One simple call does it all. When you choose Ship A Car, we deliver not only your vehicle and/or freight, but peace of mind as well.
Contact a Ship A Car transport coordinator now at (866) 821-4555 for direct vehicle transport service to/from any residential or business location in Arkansas.
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Everything You Need to Know About the State of Arkansas (AR)
In 1819, as part of the Louisiana Purchase, Arkansas became a separate territory, and later on June 15, 1836, it achieved statehood as the 25th state. It was the ninth state to secede from the union and join the Confederate States of America. Today, Arkansas is the 29th largest by area and the 33rd most populous of the 50 United States.
Arkansas is located in the southern region of the United States. Its neighbors are Missouri to the north, Tennessee and Mississippi to the east, Louisiana to the south, Texas to the southwest, and Oklahoma to the west. The state’s diverse geography ranges from the mountainous regions of the Ozark and the Ouachita Mountains, which make up the U.S. Interior Highlands, to the densely forested land in the south known as the Arkansas Timberlands, to the eastern lowlands along the Mississippi River and the Arkansas Delta. The capital city, Little Rock, is positioned in the central portion of the state. The largest city in the state’s eastern part is Jonesboro. The largest city in the state’s southeastern part is Pine Bluff.
Arkansas is currently nicknamed The Natural State or The Land of Opportunity. It is also well-known for its former nickname The Bear State. The state tree is the Pine, the state bird is the Mockingbird and the state flower is the Apple Blossom. The state motto is ‘The People Rule’ (Latin: Regnat populous).
Ouachita National Forest is the oldest national forest in the South, founded by President Theodore Roosevelt in 1907. The Ouachita Mountains are unusual in that their ridges run east to west as opposed to north to south.
Arkansas is home to many natural resources including petroleum, natural gas, bromine, and silica stone. The state was also responsible for providing about 90% of all domestic Bauxite, from which aluminum is made, during the 20th century.
Arkansas is the nation’s leading producer of rice and poultry and grows nearly every crop produced in the United States except citrus fruits.
The Ozark National Forest covers 1.2 million acres and includes more than 500 species of trees and woody plants.
Even though it was not officially designated a national park until 1921, the territory now known as Hot Springs National Park was originally set aside by Congress as a U.S. government reservation in 1832; 40 years before Yellowstone National Park was established as the “first” national park. With an average temperature of 143 degrees Fahrenheit, the hot springs have been used for centuries as therapeutic baths.
From 1874 to 1967, every Arkansas governor was a member of the Democratic Party.
Arkansas Vehicle Shipping
The thought of transporting your vehicle to another state can be unnerving especially when you have not done it before. You can hire a car shipping company to help you ship your car without any stress.
Tips For Selecting An Auto Shipping Company
Research the company thoroughly. Get reviews from previous customers to have an idea of the success rate of the company.
Pick a company with experience shipping vehicles to Arkansas. It helps the delivery process when the company and their carriers are familiar with the routes in the area.
Check the insurance policy. Sometimes accidents happen along the way, which could be major or minor. Make inquiries about the kind of damage the carriers’ insurance company covers. You can also ask for additional insurance available for purchase.
Make sure the company has all the necessary paperwork to operate in Arkansas. The company must have all licenses and permits required to ship vehicles in the state.
The company you decide to use should operate under safe conditions to safeguard your vehicle throughout the entire transport process.
Things To Put In Place Before Shipping Your Vehicle
To make this process easier, there are certain things you need to address before shipping your vehicle.
1. Prepare your Vehicle
It is very important to prepare your car for shipping. Make sure your tank is around a quarter full to reduce the weight. Clean your vehicle and remove any personal items. It is a good idea to take pictures of your car to have substantial evidence of the condition of your vehicle before shipping.
2. Make Sure all of Your Paperwork is Complete
You should have all the necessary paperwork in place before shipping your vehicle. Your vehicle documents such as your driver’s license, insurance, and vehicle registration papers should be readily available to prevent any delays associated with incomplete documents.
3. Be Available for Pickup and Delivery
Someone has to sign the necessary shipping paperwork from the shipping company. If you are transporting an operable vehicle, someone has to hand over a copy of the keys to the auto carrier driver. Make sure you are available on the scheduled date of pickup and delivery (or make sure you have assigned a responsible party to the task if you are unavailable). The carrier will inform you of a window of time for the delivery. You must arrange with the driver to ensure you or someone else is available to take possession of the vehicle at the time of delivery.
Factors that affect the cost of shipping
1. Distance
The wider the gap between the pickup and delivery locations, the more it’ll cost to ship your vehicle. This is due to the increase in fuel consumption and mileage. Distance also affects the time taken for delivery, the further the distance the more time it’ll take for your car to be delivered.
2. Vehicle Type
The size of the vehicle is also a major factor that affects the cost of shipping. Larger vehicles like trucks or machinery weigh more and take up more space. The increase in weight leads to increased fuel consumption. Smaller cars are cheaper to transport and several cars may be transported at once. The state of the car also affects the cost of shipping. Inoperable cars require special equipment to get them onto the carrier; that is why it is cheaper to transport operable vehicles.
3. Delivery Schedule
If you want a pickup and delivery ASAP or you have a very specific window of time, you will have to pay more. Having a flexible delivery schedule helps you get better deals.
4. Type of Carrier Used
There are mainly two types of carriers: open carriers and enclosed carriers.
In open carrier transport, the vehicle is placed on the back of an open-air trailer and secured so it doesn’t come off. This is the cheaper option but the downside is that your vehicle will be exposed to all weather conditions during transport and the possibility of road debris.
The enclosed carrier transport option protects your vehicle from the elements and road hazards. It is a better option if you own more expensive luxurious or classic cars. However, it is more expensive than the open-air equivalent.
5. Type of Delivery
There are two major options for the delivery location. They are terminal-to-terminal and door-to-door. If you are on a time crunch, the door-to-door is the better option but it is more expensive. The carrier will pick up your car from your home, office, or wherever you want and deliver it to your address in Arkansas.
The terminal-to-terminal option is cheaper but you’ll have to drop off your car and pick it up at the shipping terminal.
When it comes to shipping any kind of vehicle SAC has got you covered all the way. We have been providing excellent services for years. You can always visit our website or give us a call at (866) 821-4555 to get a free quote.
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Arkansas is served by 2,750 miles (4,430 km) of railroad track divided among twenty-six railroad companies including three Class I railroads. Freight railroads are concentrated in southeast Arkansas to serve the industries in the region. The Texas Eagle, an Amtrak passenger train, serves five stations in the state Walnut Ridge, Little Rock, Malvern, Arkadelphia, and Texarkana.
Transportation in Arkansas is overseen by the Arkansas Department of Transportation (ArDOT), headquartered in Little Rock. Several main corridors pass through Little Rock, including Interstate 30 (I-30) and I-40 (the nation’s 3rd-busiest trucking corridor). In northeast Arkansas, I-55 travels north from Memphis to Missouri, with a new spur to Jonesboro (I-555). The northwest part of Arkansas is served by the segment of I-49 from Fort Smith to the beginning of the Bella Vista Bypass. This segment of I-49 currently follows mostly the same route as the former section of I-540 that extended north of I-40. The state also has the 13th largest state highway system in the nation.
Arkansas also benefits from the use of its rivers for commerce. The Mississippi River and Arkansas River are both major rivers. The United States Army Corps of Engineers maintains the McClellan-Kerr Arkansas River Navigation System, allowing barge traffic up the Arkansas River to the Port of Catoosa in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
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5.0
I would like to thank you for helping me figure out what was going on with the vehicle we were trying to ship to CA. As of our last conversation, you found that our car was no longer on the list to be picked up by a driver/broker. Apparently our car did ship out later that day. It is on its way to CA, but this has been an exasperating experience for us and one we hope never to repeat. Your kindness, despite the fact that you did not have a contract with us, was much appreciated. Also your willingness to explain a bit about what goes on behind the scenes was much appreciated. I hope you continue to do well working for Ship A Car, Inc. It is unfortunate we did not initiate our move with you and your company. Perhaps we would not have had such a sour experience.
Marla W. Plattsburg, NY
5.0
Dana was a great representative. She knew texting was best for me and accommodated my request for preferred contact. She understood my timeline and was very patient with me. The carrier showed up at my door in Florida to pick up the motorcycles on time and put them in my garage in RI, parked and cared for perfectly even before I arrived home. I watched Mike secure our bikes on the truck. He was very tolerant and patient with us. I would highly recommend them and will use them again for our motorcycle transport.
Jodys Cowdin
5.0
Transporting a vehicle is very important so that is why I chose Ship a Car they are rated Number 1. Fernanda was my representative, she was very professional, courteous and her communication was GREAT! She was very helpful with the whole process, she made it a great experience, NO STRESS. And very quick service. My transporter Radu was very courteous and professional, he was able to deliver my car a day early! He notified me a time he would be at my home and then notified me again that he would be 20 minutes later and he was sorry. Then when he arrived he apologized again that he was a little late--GREAT COMMUNICATION. Wonderful people.
Deborah
5.0
Bob Moran was amazing and got everything set up without any issues and the car arrived in a few days just like they said it would in perfect condition.
Tyler K
5.0
Everything was done in an outstanding manor.
Allan S. Boiling Springs , PA
5.0
Awesome to work with and they did exactly what they said they would do! Price was fair for the service I received!
Mike K
5.0
Shipped two vehicles from Nevada to Kansas
Kristina V and Ship A Car booking people made our transport experience... A positive experience. Can not say enough about the calm, confident manner they had with handling details and getting our vehicles moved to their new home.. It is so stressful finding people that you can trust to do what they say they can do... This was just a wonderful blessing to us... Everything went smooth and delivery was GREAT! These two vehicles had to come 1577 miles. Cost was fair for shipping both vehicles... Just can not express, the sincere, happiness we felt to see these vehicles reach their final home... These people KNOW what they are doing to help others... I appreciate them helping us out... It was a remarkable, good experience finding this service.
Linda G Martinson
5.0
I was very pleased with this company. Customer service was great. Melinda made the contract clear and was able to get a driver within a week. The dispatch person, Amanda, was always available to inform me of where my car was on route. My car arrived in good condition in a timely manner, and the price was more reasonable than some other quotes I had gotten.
Kathleen W.
5.0
I used Ship A Car when I moved across the country. Their service was wonderful. They communicated well with me, they were friendly, and they kept me in the loop on what was going on. The only problem was that the company they ended up hiring for shipping my vehicle was a problem. But when I told them about the problem they were very nice about it, and they handled it very well. I highly recommend them.
Pamela M. Tacoma, WA
5.0
Although this Company did not ship my car. Their response to my needs and great customer services showed me that they actually were looking to help me. They were transparent and did not give me the run around and called me back the same day to tell me they had a carrier to pick up my car. I want to thank them for their due diligence at getting the job done. I will be using them in the future. Thank you Paul!!
Thank You I Will Use You Guys In The Future.
5.0
I booked vehicle transport with Ship A car Inc, twice in the past month. The first, the seller cancelled the sale the day that the hauler was scheduled for pick up. YIKES! Contacted Lisa from Ship A Car and she handled everything. I found another BMW K75 for sale, bought it..., and the first call that I made was to Lisa from Ship A Car. Once again, Lisa and Ship A Car Inc. handled everything exceptionally well. Vehicle pick-up and delivery by a company specializing in motorcycle transport. The vehicle arrived earlier than expected (2 days instead of 4) and in perfect condition. Lisa was great at communicating via email and phone (even for a customer that doesn't have an umbilical to his phone.) Would use them again..., in a second!
Ric Cas
5.0
The shipper was early and coordinated very well. It was a complex unload having to remove two cars to get to mine. The maneuver was executed perfectly in a minimal amount of time and was impressive to watch. The move was well coordinated and executed flawlessly.
