Preparing your vehicle for shipping from Texas to Ohio is simple but important. Here’s what you need to do:

Remove personal items: Take out all belongings, including toll passes, GPS devices, and any loose items that could shift during transport.

Clean your car: Wash both inside and outside so you can easily spot any damage during inspection.

Check fluids and battery: Make sure your car has enough gas (about 1/4 tank) and that the battery works well.

Remove accessories: Take off bike racks, spoilers, or any parts that stick out and could get damaged.

Document condition: Take photos of your car from all angles before pickup.

Have keys ready: Make sure you have a working key for the driver.

For a complete checklist, visit our Vehicle Shipping Tips page. Following these steps will help ensure your car arrives safely in Ohio.

Yes, your vehicle is fully insured during transport from Texas to Ohio. 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 Texas, we verify that your carrier’s insurance is active and valid. This coverage protects your vehicle throughout the entire journey to Ohio.

For extra peace of mind, all our carriers add Sherpa as a Certificate Holder on their insurance policy. This means we can directly confirm coverage details if needed.

What this means for you: If any damage occurs during transport, the carrier’s insurance will cover repairs or replacement costs up to your vehicle’s value.

For car shipping from Texas to Ohio, we recommend scheduling your pickup at least 2-3 weeks in advance. This gives you the best chance to secure competitive rates and preferred dates.

Here’s why early booking matters:

• Better pricing: Carriers can plan efficient routes and bundle shipments
• More availability: Peak seasons and holidays fill up quickly
• Flexible scheduling: More options for pickup and delivery windows

If you need last-minute service, we can often accommodate rush orders within 3-7 days, though rates may be higher. The key is flexibility – the more notice you give us, the smoother your Texas to Ohio car transport will be.

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 way to ship your car from Texas to Ohio. Your vehicle travels on an open trailer alongside other cars, exposed to weather and road conditions. This method costs significantly less and offers faster pickup times.

Enclosed transport protects your vehicle inside a covered trailer, shielding it from weather, road debris, and dust. This premium service costs 40-60% more than open transport but provides maximum protection for luxury cars, classics, or vehicles with custom modifications.

For most standard vehicles traveling from Texas to Ohio, open transport works perfectly fine. Choose enclosed transport if you’re shipping a high-value car, classic vehicle, or exotic car that needs extra protection. See our complete open vs enclosed transport guide for detailed comparisons and pricing.

Yes, we offer door-to-door auto transport service for all shipments from Texas to Ohio. This means we pick up your car right from your home or office and deliver it directly to your new address.

Here’s how it works: When you book your Texas to Ohio car shipping, simply provide your pickup address in Texas and delivery address in Ohio. Our carrier will come to both locations to handle your vehicle.

Important note: Sometimes large car carriers can’t access narrow streets or areas with low bridges. If this happens, don’t worry! We’ll arrange to meet you at a nearby safe location like a shopping center or gas station. This keeps your car safe and the process smooth.

Door-to-door service saves you time and hassle during your Texas to Ohio move. You won’t need to drive to a terminal or arrange extra transportation.

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!