Preparing your car for shipping from Arizona to Ohio is simple but important. Start by removing all personal items from inside your vehicle, including toll passes, GPS devices, and any loose items that could shift during transport.

Next, clean your car inside and out. This helps you spot any existing damage and makes the inspection process smoother. Take photos of your vehicle from all angles before pickup.

Important steps to follow:

• Remove or secure exterior accessories like bike racks, spoilers, or antenna toppers
• Keep your gas tank between 1/4 and 1/2 full
• Disable your car alarm to prevent battery drain
• Have a spare key ready for the driver
• Check tire pressure and fluid levels

For complete preparation guidelines, visit our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. Following these steps ensures your car arrives safely in Ohio and helps avoid any delays during pickup.

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured during transport from Arizona to Ohio. Every carrier in our network must carry at least $1,000,000 in liability insurance and $100,000 in cargo insurance.

Before your car leaves Arizona, we verify that your carrier’s insurance is active and valid. We also require all carriers to add Sherpa as a Certificate Holder on their policy for extra protection.

This insurance covers your vehicle throughout the entire journey from pickup in Arizona to delivery in Ohio. You can ship with confidence knowing your car is protected every mile of the way.

We recommend scheduling your car pickup from Arizona at least 2-3 weeks in advance. This gives you the best chance to secure competitive rates and preferred pickup dates.

Here’s why early booking matters:

• Better pricing: Carriers can plan efficient routes and bundle shipments
• More availability: Popular routes like Arizona to Ohio fill up quickly
• Flexible scheduling: You’ll have more pickup date options

If you need faster service, we offer expedited shipping with as little as 2-3 days notice, though this comes at a higher cost. For the best experience and value, book early and give yourself plenty of time for your Arizona to Ohio car shipment.

No payment is due at the time of booking. We do require a payment method on file so that it is available to charge once a carrier is secured. We accept all major debit and credit cards, including Mastercard, Visa, Discover and American Express. The most convenient option is to pay for your shipment in full by credit card at the time a carrier is secured.

We also allow you to pay for your Initial Payment via credit or debit card and then pay the outstanding balance on delivery day via cash or a certified check made out to the carrier.

Your Sherpa shipment includes up to 100 lbs of personal items or household goods stored in the trunk area or secured below the window line. If you are shipping to or from a port or your shipment includes ocean transit, your vehicle must be emptied of all items. Sherpa and your assigned carrier cannot be responsible for personal items left inside the vehicle. See our Vehicle Shipping Tips for more details.

Yes. It is important that you, or another adult that you trust, is there for pickup and delivery of your vehicle. This designated person plays an important role in the shipping process including documenting the state of the vehicle and signing the Bill of Lading, which acts as a receipt of the vehicle’s condition.

Open transport is the most common and cost-effective option. Your car rides on an open trailer with other vehicles, exposed to weather and road debris. This method is safe and reliable for most cars.

Enclosed transport protects your vehicle inside a covered trailer. It costs 40-60% more than open transport but shields your car from weather, dust, and road debris during the Arizona to Ohio journey.

Choose enclosed transport if you have:

• A luxury or classic car
• A vehicle with custom paint or modifications
• A car worth over $50,000

Choose open transport for everyday vehicles to save money while still getting reliable service. Most cars ship this way without any issues.

For detailed comparisons and pricing, check our complete open vs enclosed transport guide.

Yes, Sherpa Auto Transport offers door-to-door auto transport service from Arizona to Ohio. This means we’ll pick up your vehicle from your home, office, or preferred location in Arizona and deliver it directly to your specified address in Ohio.

When you book your Arizona to Ohio car shipping service, simply provide us with your pickup and delivery addresses. Our carrier will coordinate with you to schedule convenient times for both pickup and delivery.

In some cases, large trucks may not be able to access certain residential areas due to low-hanging branches, narrow streets, or local restrictions. If this happens, don’t worry – our driver will work with you to find a safe, nearby location like a shopping center or gas station that’s easy for you to reach.

This door-to-door service saves you time and hassle compared to terminal-to-terminal shipping, where you’d need to drop off and pick up your vehicle at specific facilities. With our service, your car comes to you.

Many Auto Transport companies try to tease customers with lower rates, only to surprise you with “hidden costs” later. At Sherpa Auto Transport, we do things differently. We provide one locked-in price upfront and stick to it. If unexpected costs arise, we pay them out of our own pocket.

While we may not always be the cheapest option at first glance, our commitment to transparency and reliability offers exceptional value. As a premium service, we ensure an stress-free experience from start to finish.

We transport sedans, SUVs, pickup trucks, vans and motorcycles across the nation, including service to Alaska and Hawaii. At this time, we do not service boats, golf carts, ATVs, or RVs. We can ship both operable and inoperable vehicles so long as the vehicle can roll, brake, and steer, and that you can provide the carrier with a key to the vehicle. We can also ship electric vehicles.

Visit Sherpa’s FAQ page to learn more about car shipping!