Newark, CA Car Shipping

Preparing your vehicle for transport from Newark, CA is simple. Follow these key steps:

Clean your vehicle: Wash the exterior so you can document any existing damage with photos.

Remove personal items: Take out all belongings, toll passes, and loose items. These aren’t covered by insurance during transit.

Check for leaks: Make sure there are no fluid leaks. Your vehicle should be in good running condition.

Secure or remove accessories: Remove or secure antennas, spoilers, bike racks, and other exterior accessories that could be damaged.

Maintain fuel level: Keep your gas tank at about 1/4 full. This reduces weight while ensuring the carrier can load and unload your vehicle.

Provide a key: Have a working key ready for the driver.

Disable alarms: Turn off your car alarm to avoid issues during transport.

For more detailed guidance, visit our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. Taking these steps ensures a smooth pickup from Newark and safe delivery to your destination.

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured during transport from Newark, CA. All carriers in our network must carry a minimum of $1,000,000 in liability insurance and $100,000 in cargo insurance.

Before your shipment begins, we verify that the carrier’s insurance is current and valid. We also require all carriers to add Sherpa Auto Transport as a Certificate Holder on their policy. This gives you an extra layer of protection throughout your vehicle’s journey.

You’ll receive a copy of the carrier’s insurance certificate before pickup. If you have any questions about coverage, our team is happy to help explain the details.

We recommend scheduling your car pickup from Newark, CA at least 1-2 weeks in advance. However, booking earlier gives you better options and pricing.

Here’s why advance booking helps:

• Better carrier availability: Carriers can plan routes more efficiently and bundle your vehicle with others heading the same direction
• More competitive rates: Last-minute bookings often cost more due to limited availability
• Flexible scheduling: You’ll have more pickup date options to choose from

If you need faster service, we offer expedited shipping with pickups possible in 1-5 days. This costs more but works well for urgent moves.

The best approach? Contact us as soon as you know your moving dates. We’ll help you find the right balance between timing and cost for your Newark 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 auto transport uses open-air trailers that carry multiple vehicles at once. Your car is exposed to weather and road debris during transit. This is the most common and affordable option, used for about 90% of vehicle shipments.

Enclosed auto transport ships your vehicle in a fully covered trailer, protecting it from weather, dust, and road debris. This method costs 50-60% more than open transport but offers maximum protection.

Most Newark, CA residents choose open transport for everyday vehicles. It’s safe, reliable, and budget-friendly. Consider enclosed transport if you’re shipping a luxury car, classic vehicle, exotic sports car, or any car with custom paint or modifications.

Learn more in our detailed open vs enclosed auto transport guide.

Yes, we offer door-to-door auto transport service for Newark, CA residents. This means we’ll pick up your vehicle from your home or business and deliver it directly to your destination address.

When you book with us, simply provide your pickup and delivery addresses. Our carrier will come to your location in Newark to load your vehicle and deliver it right to your door at the destination.

What if the truck can’t access my street?

Large car carriers may face challenges on narrow streets, low-hanging trees, or residential areas with parking restrictions. If your Newark location isn’t accessible, our driver will contact you to arrange a nearby meeting spot, such as a shopping center parking lot or main road. This ensures your vehicle is transported safely and efficiently.

Door-to-door service saves you time and hassle compared to terminal shipping. You won’t need to drive to a facility to drop off or pick up your car.

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!