Rhode Island to North Carolina

Preparing your vehicle for shipping from Rhode Island to North Carolina is simple but important. Here’s what you need to do:

Remove Personal Items: Take out all personal belongings, including toll passes, GPS devices, and fragile items. Carriers are not responsible for items left inside your car.

Clean Your Vehicle: Wash your car inside and out. This helps you spot any existing damage and makes the inspection process easier.

Document Current Condition: Take photos of your vehicle from all angles. Note any scratches, dents, or other damage before shipping.

Check Fluids and Battery: Ensure your car has enough gas (about 1/4 tank), oil, and other fluids. Make sure your battery is charged and working.

Remove Accessories: Take off any loose parts like spoilers, bike racks, or custom accessories that could get damaged during transport.

Provide Working Keys: Have at least one working key ready for the driver. Your car needs to start and move for loading and unloading.

For complete details, check our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. Following these steps ensures your car arrives safely in North Carolina.

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured during transport from Rhode Island to North Carolina. All Sherpa Auto Transport carriers must carry at least $1,000,000 in liability insurance and $100,000 in cargo insurance.

Before your car leaves Rhode Island, we verify that your carrier’s insurance is active and valid. This coverage protects your vehicle throughout the entire journey to North Carolina.

For added protection, all our carriers list Sherpa as a Certificate Holder on their insurance policy. This means we monitor coverage directly and ensure your vehicle stays protected from pickup in Rhode Island to delivery in North Carolina.

Important: While our carriers provide comprehensive coverage, we recommend checking with your personal auto insurance about any gaps during transport.

For car shipping from Rhode Island to North Carolina, we recommend booking your pickup service at least 1-2 weeks in advance. However, scheduling earlier gives you better options and pricing.

Here’s why early booking helps:

• Better carrier availability – More drivers can fit your route into their schedule
• Lower costs – Carriers can group your car with other shipments heading south
• Flexible pickup dates – You’ll have more time slots to choose from

If you need shipping during busy seasons (summer months or winter holidays), book 3-4 weeks ahead. Last-minute bookings are possible but may cost more and have limited pickup windows.

Pro tip: Contact Sherpa Auto Transport as soon as you know your moving date. We’ll help you find the best pickup time that works with your schedule.

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 budget-friendly option. Your car travels on an open trailer alongside other vehicles, exposed to weather and road debris. This method costs less and offers faster pickup times since most carriers use open trailers.

Enclosed transport protects your vehicle inside a covered trailer, shielding it from weather, dust, and road debris during the Rhode Island to North Carolina journey. This premium service costs 40-60% more than open transport but provides maximum protection.

Choose open transport if you want to save money shipping a standard daily-driver vehicle. Choose enclosed transport for luxury cars, classic vehicles, or cars with custom paint jobs that need extra protection on the 700+ mile trip south.

Most customers shipping from Rhode Island to North Carolina select open transport due to the cost savings and reliable service. See our complete open vs enclosed transport guide for detailed comparisons and pricing.

Yes, Sherpa Auto Transport offers door-to-door service for car shipping from Rhode Island to North Carolina. This means we pick up your vehicle at your home or office and deliver it directly to your new address.

When you book with us, simply provide your pickup address in Rhode Island and delivery address in North Carolina. Our carrier will come to both locations to handle your vehicle. This saves you time and hassle compared to dropping off at terminals.

In some cases, large trucks cannot access certain streets due to low bridges, narrow roads, or local restrictions. If this happens, our driver will work with you to find a safe, nearby meeting spot like a shopping center or gas station. We always prioritize the safety of your vehicle and follow all local traffic laws.

Door-to-door service is included in most of our Rhode Island to North Carolina shipping quotes at no extra cost. It’s the most popular option for customers who want maximum convenience for their cross-country move.

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!