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Popular Louisiana Car Shipping Locations

We provide direct service to and from any location in Louisiana - above is a list of the most popular car shipping locations that we service.

Everything You Need to Know About the State of Louisiana (LA)

The state of Louisiana pillars above the Gulf of Mexico just at the front of the Mississippi River, having boundaries with Arkansas to the North, Mississippi to the East, and Texas to the West. Originally colonized by the French during the 18th century, it became U.S. territory as part of the legendary Louisiana Purchase in 1803. Louisiana was granted statehood in 1812. Louisiana’s capital city is Baton Rouge. Additionally, it is the home to the historic port city New Orleans, which is famous for its unique cuisine, jazz, and spectacular Mardi Gras festival.

Louisiana is nicknamed Sportsman’s Paradise. It stands with the state motto-Union, Justice, Confidence.

In 1803, Thomas Jefferson doubled the size of the United States by purchasing the Louisiana Territory—828,000 square miles of land between the Mississippi River and the Rocky Mountains—from France. 
Due to slow communications and transportations, the Battle of New Orleans was fought two weeks after the Treaty of Ghent was signed on December 24, 1814, ending the War of 1812 between the United States and Great Britain. 
With 34 storey height, the Louisiana State Capitol is the tallest among the peer buildings. 
Louisiana is the abode to a widely diversified culture and races. Two prominent ethnic groups are Cajuns, descendants of a French-speaking group of Acadians from Canada, and Creoles, people with a mixed French, Spanish, Caribbean, African and/or Indian background.
Hurricane Katrina made landfall in southeastern Louisiana on August 29, 2005, as a Category-3 storm. The most blasting natural catastrophe in U.S. history that unfolded more than 1,800 deaths—over 1,500 of which were in Louisiana.
Louisiana Vehicle Shipping

Factors that determine the cost of shipping
  1. Type/Size of Vehicle

There are regulations on how much weight a car carrier and other transportation trucks can carry. Hence vehicles and cargo that weigh more have higher shipping costs.

  1. Vehicle Condition

Vehicles in non-functional items will need to be winched onto the carrier or even towed to the pickup shipping location, incurring more costs.

  1. Location

Locations frequently visited by carriers and/or nearby major highways have a tendency to to cost lower than less frequented areas.

  1. Timing

If you are on a budget it is advisable to ship your car during the off peak season.  Inclement weather may change the total transportation time; however, it does not necessarily alter the total shipping price.  During the peak shipping seasons, vehicle transport is on the pricier side and if you’re on a budget, please give your transport broker ample time to find you a carrier at your target price point.

  1. Shipping Method

There are two ways a shipping company can ship your vehicle: the open car method and the enclosed car method.

The open-car method involves transporting vehicles in a way that leaves them exposed to external weather. The open-car method is cheaper but risks your car being damaged by extreme weather conditions.

As the name depicts, the enclosed car method transports vehicles in an enclosed carrier, making it protected from harsh weather conditions. This method costs more than the open-car method.

Tips to Saving Money on Car Shipping in and out of Louisiana

Here are a few tips to help you save money when shipping a vehicle to or from Louisiana:

  • Find out your eligibility for discounts
  • Choose the open carrier shipping method
  • Book early to avoid price hikes during peak periods
  • Be flexible with your pickup and delivery dates

Preparing your car for shipping

Before having your car shipped, ensure the following are taken care of:

  1. Fill your gas tank to one-quarter capacity
  2. Fully charge your battery
  3. Have pictures of your car before shipping to check for damages afterwards (make sure to have a minimum of four clear pictures of the front, back, passenger side and driver side)
  4. Have all documents and personal items removed
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Louisiana Transportation Information

  • Louisiana Rail Transport
  • Louisiana Roads
  • Louisiana Air Transport
  • Louisiana Marine Transport
  • Louisiana Rail Transport

    Works Cited

    Wikipedia, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Louisiana. Accessed March 08, 2020.

    History.com

    Editors, Updated: March 03, 2020 – Original:  October 27, 2009, https://www.history.com/topics/us-states/louisiana .  Accessed March 08, 2020.

    Department of Transport. 

    Louisiana offers little in the way of mountainous operations and stiff grades, as the state is almost entirely flat. While this might be a bit visually boring from a railfan perspective, the Pelican State is an essential source of both originating and terminating traffic, with the Port of New Orleans and the lucrative petrochemical industry located there. Because of this, several classic lines tapped into the state, notably wishing to reach New Orleans as it was a vital interchange point and originator of traffic (both passenger and freight). To this date, Louisiana is still served by several Class I railroads (six of the seven) and several short lines allowing for an interesting mix of operations.

  • Louisiana Roads

    Works Cited

    Wikipedia, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Louisiana. Accessed March 08, 2020.

    History.com

    Editors, Updated: March 03, 2020 – Original:  October 27, 2009, https://www.history.com/topics/us-states/louisiana .  Accessed March 08, 2020.

    Department of Transport. 

    There are many hyphenated highways numbered within the Louisiana state highway system. Generally very short in length, these routes are signed with the format of LA XXXX-X.

    Interstate Highways:

    •  I-10
    •  I-110
    •  I-210
    •  I-310
    •  I-510
    •  I-610
    •  I-910 (unsigned)
    •  I-12
    •  I-20
    •  I-220
    •  I-49
    •  I-55
    •  I-59
    • Future  I-69
  • Louisiana Air Transport

    Works Cited

    Wikipedia, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Louisiana. Accessed March 08, 2020.

    History.com

    Editors, Updated: March 03, 2020 – Original:  October 27, 2009, https://www.history.com/topics/us-states/louisiana .  Accessed March 08, 2020.

    Department of Transport. 

    The major international and regional airports in Louisiana are:

    • Alexandria International Airport
    • Chennault International Airport
    • New Orleans Louis Armstrong International Airport
    • Shreveport Airport

    The Louisiana Airport Authority has recently been moving ahead with a plan to construct an air-cargo airport near Donaldsonville.

  • Louisiana Marine Transport

    Works Cited

    Wikipedia, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Louisiana. Accessed March 08, 2020.

    History.com

    Editors, Updated: March 03, 2020 – Original:  October 27, 2009, https://www.history.com/topics/us-states/louisiana .  Accessed March 08, 2020.

    Department of Transport. 

    In Louisiana, the Intracoastal Waterway is an essential means of transporting commercial goods such as petroleum and petroleum products, agricultural yields, construction materials, and manufactured goods.

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