Spring Season: Let your dreams blossom like flowers

March 19, 2024

With winter season coming to a close as we enter Spring time, many of the snowbirds who went south for the winter are now ready to return home. There is no place like home, so getting yourself back there with your vehicle is top priority.

Auto Transport Spring Season

After resting and staying warm in the south, you are most likely not looking forward to driving all the way back north. Your most convenient choice would be to catch an airplane while a car shipper transports your vehicle to your destination.

Why People Use Auto Transport During Spring

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There are several reasons why someone might need car transport during the spring:

• Seasonal Relocation:
  Spring is a popular time for people to relocate to a new city or state. If someone is moving to a different location for work, school, or personal reasons, they might choose to use car transport to move their vehicle instead of driving it themselves.
• Snowbird Migration:
  Snowbirds, who migrate to warmer regions during the winter months, often return to their primary residence in the spring. Using car transport allows them to bring their vehicles back home without having to drive long distances.
• Purchasing a Car:
  Spring is a common time for car purchases. If someone buys a car from a dealership located far away, car transport offers a convenient way to have the vehicle delivered to their doorstep.
• Vehicle Shipping for Students:
  College students who study away from home may need to transport their cars back to their families during spring break or at the end of the semester.
• Avoiding Spring Weather Hazards:
  Spring weather can be unpredictable, with rain, storms, and road hazards. Car transport provides a safe option to avoid driving in potentially adverse conditions.
• Protecting Classic or Luxury Cars:
  Car collectors or owners of high-value vehicles may choose car transport to ensure their prized possessions are protected during transportation, especially if they are attending car shows or events in the spring. Enclosed auto transport is a great pick for high value vehicles. Daily drivers can take the open auto transport route to save some money as its the cheapest way to ship a car.
• Time and Energy Savings:
  Car transport can save time and energy, especially for individuals with busy schedules who prefer to have their vehicle delivered to the destination rather than driving it themselves.
• Convenience for Travelers:
  Spring is a popular time for vacations and travel. For people flying to a destination and wanting to have their car available upon arrival, car transport can be a convenient solution.
• Interstate Moves:
  If someone is moving across state lines in the spring, car transport can be a practical option for relocating their vehicle from state to state.

Types of Services Available During Spring

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Car transport during spring can be advantageous for seasonal relocations, returning from winter vacations, vehicle purchases, and ensuring the safety and convenience of transporting a car during a busy time of the year. If you are a snowbird going back home and need your vehicle transported, here is something to know about shipping a car north at the end of the cold winter season.

Auto Carrier Types

Both open car carriers and enclosed car trailers are available for all north bound routes from most southern states.

• Open Auto Transport:
  Open transport option is the more commonly used so expect prices to ship a car to be more affordable.
• Enclosed Auto Transport:
  Enclosed transport is recommended for the high end vehicles, classic cars, antique automobiles.
  

Spring Season Auto Transport Pricing

Keep in mind, just like you, there are many other snowbirds heading back home north with winter ending. This means the volume for traffic on orders is usually high industry wide. This causes the supply and demand factor to kick in. The more the service is demanded, the less available space on carriers which may drive the price up in most scenarios.

• What to Expect:
  Expect to pay about $200-500 more than average car shipping rates due to availability on Northbound routes. This usually begins in April or May and ends by June of the same year.