Effortlessly shipping cars, motorcycles, trucks or any vehicle to/from any location in Kentucky
Kentucky Vehicle Shipping & Heavy Haul Transport Experts
Providing end-to-end freight transport services to, from and throughout the state of Kentucky. Ship A Car, Inc. offers the best shipping services to people who wish to relocate their vehicles and to businesses moving their general freight and/or transporting heavy haul equipment. Additionally, we deliver top-notch auto shipping services to dealers and corporations that need volume relocation services regardless of the pickup and delivery locations.
SAC is an experienced freight broker with a direct access to the main network of carriers throughout the United States. With decades of knowledge and expertise in the transport industry, when you contact us for transport services, one simple call does it all.
Contact us for direct vehicle transport service to/from any residential or business location in Kentucky. An expert SAC team member is standing by to answer all of your questions, call us now at (866) 821-4555.
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We provide direct service to and from any location in Kentucky - above is a list of the most popular car shipping locations that we service.
Everything You Need to Know About the State of Kentucky (KY)
Kentucky gained the state honor in 1792, becoming the first U.S. state west of the Appalachian Mountains. Frontiersman Daniel Boone was one of Kentucky’s most prominent explorers and many immigrants followed the track he set fire through the Cumberland Gap, known as the Wilderness Road. Kentucky took the side of the Confederacy during the Civil War. Faction was deeply centering the issue, and many Kentucky residents fought for the North, the Unionist. Recognized primarily as an agricultural area into the 20th century, Kentucky is also a major U.S. coal producer and ground of the U.S.military bases Fort Knox and Fort Campbell.
The state also is widely known as the home of the legendary Kentucky Derby horse race and bluegrass music, introduced by Kentucky native Bill Monroe.
Kentucky has borders with seven states, from the Midwest and the Southeast. West Virginia is located to the northeast, Virginia to the east, Tennessee to the south, Missouri to the west, Illinois to the northwest, and Indiana and Ohio to the north.
The state capital Frankfort with the nickname-Bluegrass State. The universal state motto is United we stand, divided we fall.
One of the most sung melodies of the world “Happy Birthday to You” was the creation of sisters Mildred and Patty Hill in 1893. While working at Louisville Experimental Kindergarten School, the duo created a song for teachers to sing to students entitled “Good Morning to All.” In 1924, Robert Coleman first published the “Happy Birthday to You” lyrics along with the tune.
Kentucky gained the state designation in 1792, becoming the first U.S. state west of the Appalachian Mountains. Frontiersman Daniel Boone was one of Kentucky’s most prominent explorers. Many immigrants followed the track he set through the Cumberland Gap, known as the Wilderness Road. Kentucky took the side of the Confederacy during the Civil War. Faction was deeply centering the issue, and many Kentucky residents fought for the North, the Unionist. Recognized primarily as an agricultural area into the 20th century, Kentucky is also a major U.S. coal producer and ground of the U.S. military bases Fort Knox and Fort Campbell.
The annual three-day Hillbilly Days Festival attracts more than one hundred thousand people to Pikeville. The event emerged in 1977 as a way to celebrate Appalachian culture while collecting funds for the Shriners Hospitals for Children.
The state’s capital is Frankfort and has the nickname-Bluegrass State. The universal state motto is “united we stand, divided we fall”.
Kentucky has borders with seven states, from the Midwest and the Southeast. West Virginia is located to the northeast, Virginia to the east, Tennessee to the south, Missouri to the west, Illinois to the northwest, and Indiana and Ohio to the north.
The Bullion Depository in Fort Knox bears the world largest gold reserve. In 2011, the holdings were worth more than $260 billion.
The state also is widely known as the home of the legendary Kentucky Derby horse race and bluegrass music, introduced by Kentucky native, Bill Monroe.
The greatest American president Abraham Lincoln was born in Hodgenville, Kentucky.
Auto Transport in Kentucky
Choosing an Auto Transport Company
Certain factors have to be put into consideration before selecting a suitable auto transport company to pickup and delivery freight in the state of Kentucky. The wrong choice can lead to having a damaged or even stolen vehicle. Some of these factors are:
1. Payment
Auto transport companies ought to be very transparent about their payment policies and plans. There should be no ambiguity on how much you are required to pay. You should also find out what discounts they can offer you.
Not all auto transport companies offer the same services. Before making payment, ensure that you know the exact service you are paying for. Note that higher prices do not necessarily translate into having better services. Hence, the need for transparency. This helps you know exactly what you are paying for, preventing you from overpaying for a service.
2. Trustworthiness
When choosing an auto shipping company for shipping services to and from Kentucky, ensure you carry out a background check to ascertain the company’s reliability. If there are recurring negative reviews, it is easy to know they cannot be trusted.
All paper work should be clear cut and easy to understand. Some companies use vagueness as a tool to entrap unsuspecting customers. Make as much clarification as you need so you do not fall victim of such.
3. Security
Auto transport companies sometimes encounter accidents while in transit. While searching for the right company, look out for their clearly spelt out guarantee on the safety of your car. In the event that any damage is done to your vehicle, the company must have both liability and cargo insurance to protect your car and/or freight during transport.
4. Tracking
There are instances where your car arrives ahead of schedule or later than planned. This could pose a problem when your car arrives and you have no one to receive it. This problem becomes avoidable when you are able to track your car’s movement from the point of dispatch to delivery.
Tracking your shipping allows you to prepare adequately for its delivery. Hence, when choosing an auto transport company, ensure that they offer tracking services. These services could be either electronic or simpler as a phone status update.
Preparation for Car Shipping
Whether you are having your car shipped to or from Kentucky, there are certain preparations you should make.
Ensure all car documents are complete and updated.
Thoroughly clean your vehicle. This makes it easier to spot any damage done to the car in the course of transit.
Take out all personal and essential items from the vehicle. Auto transport companies are not held responsible when such items in your car.
Empty gas tank to about 1/4.
Complete all necessary repairs before shipping.
Factors Affecting Cost of Auto Transport in Kentucky
Method of Transport.
The cost of open car shipping is lower than that of enclosed car shipping. The Open method is the most commonly used method as it is budget friendly. It however, is not as secure as the enclosed method.
Distance to be Covered
The cost of shipping to close ranged distances is lower than the cost of shipping to farther distances. You can expect to be charged a higher price if you are shipping a long distance. Shipping internationally also attract higher costs.
Car Specifications
The type of vehicle to be shipped greatly impacts the cost of shipping. Smaller cars cost lower than larger cars. Special features of a car, such larger tyres and roof racks also affect the shipping costs.
Time of Shipping
The vehicle transport industry has seasons. It is more expensive to transport in peak seasons and far less costly to transport during low seasons.
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Kentucky’s main airports connect Louisville International Airport (Standiford Field (SDF)) of Louisville, Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) of Cincinnati/Covington, and Blue Grass Airport (LEX) in Lexington. Louisville International Airport is home to UPS’s Worldport, its international air-sorting center.
Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport is the largest airport in the state, and is a leading city for passenger airline Delta Air Lines. It is one of DHL Aviation’s three super-hubs, serving destinations throughout the world, naming it the country’s 7th busiest airport. The airport is also the 36th in the world in terms of passenger and cargo transportations.
The national passenger rail system Amtrak provides services to Ashland, South Portsmouth, Maysville and Fulton. The Cardinal (trains 50 and 51) is the line that offers Amtrak services to Ashland, South Shore, Maysville and South Portsmouth. The City of New Orleans (trains 58 and 59) run to and from Fulton.
The Cardinal at Cincinnati Union Terminal serves the Northern Kentucky area. Norfolk Southern Railway passes through the Central and Southern parts of the Commonwealth, via its Cincinnati, New Orleans, and Texas Pacific (CNO & TP) subsidiary.
Six major Interstate highways surround Kentucky: I-24, I-64, I-65, I-69, I-71, and I-75. It also has
seven Parkways, six bypasses, and six spurs: I-165, I-169, I-264, I-265, I-275, and I-471.
The parkways were originally toll roads, but the state authority ended it on November 22, 2006. The decision was shown with a positive economic development for transportation in Kentucky. In June 2007, a law was invoked raising the speed limit on rural portions of Kentucky Interstates and parkways from 65 to 70 miles per hour (105 to 113 km/h).
Road tunnels include the interstate Cumberland Gap Tunnel and the rural Nada Tunnel.
Historically, Kentucky is bounded by the two largest rivers in North America. Waterways played a pivotal role in the field of transportation. Most barge traffic on Kentucky waterways consists of coal that is shipped from both the Eastern and Western Coalfields.
Many of the largest ports in the United States are located in or adjacent to Kentucky, including:
Huntington-Tristate (includes Ashland, Kentucky), largest inland port and 7th largest overall.
Cincinnati-Northern Kentucky, 5th largest inland port and 43rd overall.
Louisville-Southern Indiana, 7th largest inland port and 55th overall.
As rated by our clients and
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5.0
Being a small online dealer I ship a couple of cars a month. So over the years, I've ran into my fair share of auto transport headaches! I am happy to say that this was my first time giving Ship A Car a try and they delivered the car for the price they originally quoted me and it came safely to my customer in the same condition that I sent it in. The hold time was a bit much... but I understand that they are working on it! Overall great experience and I will start using them all the time. They even sent me at $25 AMEX gift card when I referred my sister to them!
Evan K. Paramus, NJ
5.0
In October I booked shipacarinc to transport our car from NY to CA. We paid the deposit and were confirmed for 12/29 pickup and approx 1/3 delivery. Unfortunately, no one came to pick up our car. We were told the driver was on vacation. They never found a replacement. Calls went unanswered. We were left in the lurch. No explanation or apology. Do not use this company. They are unreliable and unresponsive. We have asked for our deposit refund and are waiting, waiting.
Nancy Friedman
5.0
Thanks to the attentive service of Bob Moran, from quote to delivery, the transport of our truck was simple, efficient, and quick.Bob was dependable and a great communicator. The price was competitive and was a value for the service. I highly recommend Ship A Car Inc.
Excellent Communication - Excellent Service
5.0
My experience with Ship a Car was wonderful. Sabrina was knowledgeable, pleasant, and efficient. The communication was great. The car was picked up and delivered as promised. Overall I was very pleased and would recommend this service to friends.
Tex
5.0
I was looking around for a car transport for my boss on short notice, Justen at ship a car gave me a price that was in the high end of the budget. After we had everything set we ended our call. literally it took him less than five minutes to find a driver and set it up for the dates I needed. If I need to ship another car again I will be calling Justen directly. There were no issues, he didnt give me any excuses, very professional and polite. If your reading this hang up and call Justen, bottom line!
Greg P. Philadelphia, PA
5.0
Excellent. Service was smooth, timely, and courteous. Both driver and dispatcher driver were extremely polite and did everything possible to make us feel comfortable. Car was picked up and delivered as scheduled in perfect condition.
Bonnie G.
5.0
RECENTLY HAD THE OPPORTUNITY WORK WITH BOB MORAN WITH REGARD TO HAVING MY VEHICLE PICKED UP AND TRANSPORTED TO AN AUCTION IN NEBRASKA AND I COULDN"T HAVE HAD BETTER SERVICE THAN WHAT BOB PROVIDED ME. HE WAS VERY PROFESSIONAL AND KEPT ME INFORMED ALL THE WAY THROUGH THE OPERATION AND IF HE SAID HE WOULD CALL YOU; HE DID. I WOULD HIGHLY RECOMMEND USING YOUR COMPANY IN THE FUTURE. WILLIAM LINDBLOM
William Lindblom
5.0
I hired a hualer from this company from Sacramento CA to Sparta WI. Ms. Kristina Vertue promptly found a carrier with an excellent driver Mr. Anton Buzila. They picked and dropped my car from door to door without any scratches.🙏🌹
Ajmal Sultani
5.0
I recently shipped a car from Las Vegas, Nevada to Lilburn, Georgia. While there were some communication problems on the pickup date, the process was otherwise smooth, and the car was delivered quickly and in good condition. I was well served by Chris Wukich throughout the transaction, and he was very helpful when I needed him most on the pickup date. Please thank him for his excellent service.
Scott W. St. George, UT
5.0
Ship A Car was the most organized professional business I've dealt with in a long time. I brought a large van bus from an auction and was deeply searching for a reliable and reasonably priced company. In my search, I called 5 companies and Ship A Car provided the best price. The lady in the office, Yvonne was wonderful, I'm not sure of her hours because I was able to reach her day or night so needless to say they exceeded my expectations.
Tanya R.
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.
Jerry C.
5.0
Shipacarinc.com is a very good company i am not a review writer type a guy but for this company i had to write one for them shipped car from TX, to MA They sent a professional driver to pick up my car got their safely, their price is fair while other guys offer you a low price i would not go with them. I will be using this company again in the future worked with guy named Willie who was more than professional.
