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PCS Relocation
Permanent Change Of Station
Move a privately owned vehicle toward a new duty location without adding the entire relocation mileage to the vehicle.
Military PCS Vehicle Transportation
Military Car Shipping For Your Next Move.
Military car shipping can make a PCS move or military relocation easier when your privately owned vehicle needs to travel hundreds or thousands of miles. American Auto Express coordinates nationwide vehicle transportation for military members, families and customers relocating between duty locations.
PCS Moves
Nationwide Transport
Privately Owned Vehicles
Military Relocation Support
Vehicle Transportation Built Around Your Move
Relocation
PCS Vehicle Shipping
Coverage
Nationwide Auto Transport
Vehicles
Cars, Trucks & SUVs
Support
Personal Transport Coordination
What Is Military Car Shipping?
Military car shipping is the transportation of a privately owned vehicle when a service member or military family is relocating. It can be particularly useful when driving the vehicle to the new location would add significant mileage or interfere with other moving plans.
First, the pickup location and destination are identified. Next, the vehicle information and desired transportation dates are reviewed. From there, available carrier options can be coordinated for the route.
Vehicle Shipping During A PCS Move
A Permanent Change of Station can involve housing, travel arrangements, household goods and multiple vehicles. Therefore, arranging vehicle transportation separately can simplify one part of a larger move.
Some customers ship one vehicle while driving another. Others coordinate transportation because the duty location is simply too far away for a practical road trip.
Can A Vehicle Be Shipped Near A Military Base?
Transportation can often be coordinated to or from communities near military installations. However, commercial carrier access onto an installation can be restricted.
When direct access is not practical or authorized, a nearby public location may be used for pickup or delivery. The exact arrangement depends on the location, carrier and installation access requirements.
Interstate Auto Transport Information
Customers can also review consumer guidance from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration before selecting an interstate auto transporter or broker.
Read The FMCSA Automobile Transporter Advisory →Vehicle Shipping For Military Relocations.
Military moves do not all look the same. Transportation can be coordinated for a variety of relocation situations involving privately owned vehicles.
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Military Family Move
Multiple Vehicle Households
A family may choose to drive one vehicle while coordinating transportation for another.
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Long Distance
Cross-Country Relocation
Transportation can reduce the need for a separate long-distance drive when moving between distant states.
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Schedule Change
Time-Sensitive Moves
When relocation timing changes, available expedited transport options can also be reviewed.
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Vehicle Purchase
Cars Purchased Out Of State
A vehicle purchased away from the current duty location can be transported instead of requiring a separate trip.
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Return Transportation
Moving A Vehicle Back Home
Transportation can also be coordinated when a vehicle needs to return to family, a residence or another destination.
Military Installation Pickup & Delivery
Base Access Can Affect Pickup.
Military installations may have access requirements that prevent a commercial carrier from simply entering the property for vehicle pickup or delivery.
Therefore, military car shipping may sometimes be coordinated at a nearby public location that is accessible to both the customer and carrier.
The final meeting location should be determined before pickup whenever installation access could be an issue.
Installation access requirements vary by location
Carrier access should not be assumed
Nearby public meeting points may be used
Pickup details should be coordinated before arrival
How Military Car Shipping Works.
The process is straightforward. Provide your vehicle, route and schedule information, then transportation can be coordinated around available carrier capacity.
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Start Here
Request A Quote
First, provide the year, make and model along with the pickup location and destination.
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Relocation Planning
Coordinate Timing
Next, share your available pickup date and important PCS or relocation scheduling information.
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Vehicle Pickup
Meet The Carrier
The pickup location is coordinated based on carrier access, road conditions and the agreed transportation plan.
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Destination
Receive Your Vehicle
Finally, meet the carrier at the coordinated destination and review the vehicle at delivery.
Military Auto Transport For Many Vehicle Types.
A PCS move may involve anything from an everyday sedan to a pickup truck, SUV or specialty vehicle. Accurate vehicle details help determine suitable transportation options.
Cars & Sedans
Transportation can be coordinated for compact cars, sedans and other standard passenger vehicles.
Pickup Trucks
Provide accurate truck details, including modifications that may affect vehicle dimensions.
SUVs & Crossovers
SUVs and crossovers can be transported as part of a military or family relocation.
Collector Vehicles
Classic, exotic or specialty vehicles may benefit from additional planning or enclosed transport.
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Military Car Shipping Cost
What Determines Your Transport Price?
There is no single fixed military car shipping price for every move. Transportation cost depends on the vehicle, route, timing and carrier availability.
For example, a standard sedan traveling between major metro areas may be priced differently than a large pickup truck moving to a less-traveled destination.
Providing flexible dates when possible can also help identify available transportation options.
Learn About Car Shipping Costs →
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Transportation Distance
Longer PCS routes generally require more carrier mileage and transportation time.
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Vehicle Size
Large trucks and SUVs may require more trailer space than compact vehicles.
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Pickup & Destination
Carrier availability can differ between metropolitan areas and more remote locations.
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Transport Method
Open and enclosed transportation have different pricing and availability.
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Requested Timing
Available transportation capacity can change based on season, route and requested pickup dates.
Choose Your Transport Method.
Open transportation is commonly used for everyday vehicles, while enclosed transport may be considered for classic, exotic, luxury or specialty automobiles.
Standard Transportation
Open Auto Transport
Open transportation is a practical option for many cars, trucks and SUVs moving during a military relocation.
Broad carrier availability
Practical for everyday vehicles
Typically lower cost than enclosed transport
Nationwide route availability
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Premium Transportation
Enclosed Auto Transport
Enclosed transportation provides a covered trailer environment and can reduce exposure to normal roadway and weather conditions.
Covered transportation environment
Reduced exterior exposure
Useful for specialty automobiles
Premium transportation option
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Before Vehicle Pickup
Prepare Your Vehicle Before The Move.
Preparing the vehicle before pickup can help make the transport process smoother and create a clear record of its condition.
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Clean The Vehicle
A reasonably clean exterior makes existing condition easier to inspect and document.
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Take Photographs
Photograph the vehicle from several angles before pickup.
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Remove Personal Items
Remove unnecessary personal belongings and loose items before transportation.
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Disclose Modifications
Tell us about lifts, lowered suspension, oversized tires or other changes that affect dimensions.
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Coordinate Your Meeting Point
If installation access is restricted, confirm the public pickup or delivery location before carrier arrival.
Military Auto Transport Questions
Military Car Shipping FAQ.
Yes. Privately owned vehicle transportation can be
coordinated for customers relocating between locations
during a PCS move. Route and carrier availability
depend on the pickup area, destination and schedule.
Not always. Military installations can have access
restrictions for commercial carriers. When direct
access is unavailable, pickup or delivery may be
coordinated at a nearby public location.
Pricing depends on transportation distance, vehicle
size, pickup and destination locations, transport
method, requested timing and current carrier
availability.
Yes. Transportation can be coordinated for many pickup
trucks and SUVs. Accurate vehicle dimensions and
modifications should be provided because larger
vehicles may require additional trailer space.
Multiple privately owned vehicles can potentially be
coordinated for the same relocation. Availability
depends on the vehicles, route, timing and available
carrier capacity.
Planning ahead can provide more flexibility, especially
when a PCS move has important travel dates. However,
actual transportation availability depends on the
specific route and current carrier capacity.
Yes. Enclosed transportation may be considered for
classic, luxury, exotic or specialty vehicles when
appropriate carrier capacity is available.
PCS & Military Vehicle Transportation
One Less Thing To Move Yourself.
Tell us what vehicle you're shipping, where it is located and where your move is taking you. American Auto Express can help coordinate nationwide vehicle transportation for your next military relocation.