Car shipping is the process of transporting a vehicle from one location to another, often over long distances. This service is commonly used when people move to a new city, buy a car online, or need to send a vehicle to a different state. Car shipping can be done using open or enclosed transport methods, with open transport being more common and cost-effective. Shipping companies typically provide quotes based on factors like distance, vehicle size, and transport type. Customers can choose between door-to-door service, where the vehicle is picked up and delivered directly, or terminal-to-terminal service, where the vehicle is dropped off and picked up at designated locations.