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 July 16, 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
For Customers » Vehicle Shipping · Updated May 15, 2026
Continuing our informal odd-questions-answered series, here’s a query we get every now and then. Customers want to know, can you pack a car that is being shipped? As in, load it with personal items that also need to be moved? So you kill two birds with one stone…? If you’ve ever considered this option, rest
For Customers » Vehicle Shipping · Updated May 15, 2026
If you’re looking to transport a car, odds are you have two questions on your mind right now. First and foremost — how much does it cost? Second and only slightly less important — how long does it take to ship a car? The truth is, the answers to these questions are interdependent. The more
Car Shipping » For Customers · Updated May 18, 2026
Car shipping is a big American business. The demand is huge (17 million new cars in 2019 – just new cars!) and there are dozens of companies and services vying to be the best car shipping company. So much choice can be daunting. Some are cheap, some are highly reviewed, some specialize in certain vehicles,
For Customers » Freight Shipping · Updated May 15, 2026
The transportation industry sometimes seems to have a knack for needlessly complicating things. We come up with terms that confuse the customers, then cling onto them thinking it makes us sound official and serious. One such term is residential freight delivery. You may have seen it abbreviated as RFD on shipping sites, and wondered what
For Drivers » Vehicle Shipping · Updated July 15, 2026
Yes, you can make money transporting cars. Independent car haulers in the United States typically earn between $50,000 and $120,000 per year, depending on their equipment, route distance, and whether they specialize in standard or luxury vehicles. To get started, you need a DOT number, adequate insurance, a suitable truck and trailer, and a platform
For Customers » Vehicle Shipping · Updated May 15, 2026
People hire independent transporters for all sorts of stuff, in a variety of circumstances. When moving house, you need people to haul all your stuff to your new digs. When an airline won’t let your dog board a plane, you book a driver instead. But when it comes to shipping vehicles, well, you might be
For Customers » Vehicle Shipping · Updated March 02, 2026
There are countless ways of getting a car to its destination. From the most obvious one, such as simply driving it there in person… To the more exotic ones such as air-dropping a humvee from a plane or launching a roadster into orbit. But let’s focus on the more mundane ways of moving cars, shall
Vehicle Shipping · Updated November 12, 2024
Yes. Car shipping is extremely safe. Around 17 million new cars are sold in the US each year. That means 17 million cars need to be shipped to dealerships each year, either within the US or from overseas. Car shipping is big business, with great care taken and numerous regulations imposed to ensure all of
For Customers » Vehicle Shipping · Updated May 06, 2026
Tens of millions of cars are transported across the U.S. every year, so car haulers have a pretty established costing system when they offer quotes. Car haulers are always in demand since there are plenty of reasons why people choose to ship a car. A few of those reasons are: Luxury or vintage vehicles to