Welcome to CitizenShipper’s blog, where we provide helpful content for customers using our shipping marketplace. Whether you’re new to CitizenShipper or a returning customer, our articles explain how our platform works and highlight the benefits of using our service for your shipping needs.
CitizenShipper is a shipping marketplace connecting drivers with customers who need to transport hard-to-ship items such as pets, motorcycles, cars, boats, and freight. Our platform enables drivers to compete against each other, resulting in cost savings for our customers.
Our platform is ideal for customers who need to ship items locally or long-distance. All of our drivers undergo pre-screening and verification, giving you peace of mind that your items are in safe hands. We also provide feedback from previous customers to help you choose the right driver for your needs.
To get started, simply post your shipping request for free and receive bids from our verified drivers within minutes. You’ll be able to compare prices and find the best deal. With CitizenShipper, you can enjoy safe and stress-free shipping.
For Customers » Vehicle Shipping · Updated March 02, 2026
Car transportation is big business, and demand is fierce. That means most modes of transportation can be converted to carry cars: train carriages, freight containers, trucks, trailers, boats and even planes. Each type is specialised to achieve a certain sort of overseas car shipping: long distance, weather resistant, for delicate vehicles, multiple vehicles or for
For Customers » Vehicle Shipping · Updated March 02, 2026
Most vehicle haulers using the CitizenShipper platform offer door-to-door delivery as the default option. However, you might occasionally run into one offering terminal-to-terminal shipping instead. If you’re unsure of what the word terminal means in this context, we’ve got you covered. Here’s a brief rundown of how this type of transport usually works. What do
For Customers » Vehicle Shipping · Updated March 02, 2026
There are lots of reasons why you might need to ship your car. Relocating for work, selling to a dealership, vacationing, or moving to a military base are just a few. The carriers on CitizenShipper transport cars for all these reasons and more, and a common question they hear from customers is how to prepare
For Customers » Vehicle Shipping · Updated March 02, 2026
Learn if insurance is necessary to ship a car and what coverage you should consider for worry-free vehicle transport. Get expert advice.
For Customers » Vehicle Shipping · Updated March 02, 2026
Take two Ford Explorers. Drive one 10,000 miles with a family in the backseat and leave the other unused in a garage. The result? Two entirely different cars with entirely different needs when you need to transport them from A to B. Then there’s distance. How far does your car need to go? Between towns,
For Customers » Vehicle Shipping · Updated March 02, 2026
When you’re deciding between car shipping options, price is one of the most important factors to consider. The cost of transporting your vehicle can be significant, which is why many consumers look for the cheapest way to ship a car.
For Drivers » Vehicle Shipping · Updated March 02, 2026
Car transporters come in all shapes and sizes. From big auto haulers carrying six 4x4s to individuals with trailers carefully shipping a vintage Jag, the role includes a spectrum of skills and specialties. Some car transporters work within a single state, others will take a car from New York to Chicago twice a week. Nothing
For Drivers » Vehicle Shipping · Updated March 02, 2026
Most people you know have a car. Most bought their cars from dealerships or second-hand sellers. Ask yourself, how did those cars get there? As long as people need cars, transporting them is a rock-solid industry. Need proof? 17 million new cars were transported in 2019 in the US – and that’s only new cars.
For Customers » Vehicle Shipping · Updated March 02, 2026
If you need a car shipped, you’re not alone. Per year, 17 million cars are transported across the US. Second-hand or owned cars account for millions more. With so much demand, there is plenty of untrustworthy advice and services floating around, vying for a market share. It’s important to get the right advice before entrusting
For Customers » Vehicle Shipping · Updated March 02, 2026
If planning to ship a car across state lines, securing the necessary documentation is usually a good first step. Your transporter needs to be able to prove that they’re legally moving the vehicle. But what documents will you need to provide, exactly? And how long does it take to procure this paperwork? Most car haulers