Nationwide United Auto Transport

What Nationwide United Auto Transport does

Nationwide United Auto Transport is a US vehicle shipping brokerage and motor carrier founded in 2005 and headquartered in Los Angeles, California. The company coordinates vehicle transport across all 50 states, including Hawaii and Alaska, by combining its own carrier operations with a vetted network of 20,000+ licensed, insured, and background-checked motor carriers. It operates as a licensed property broker and auto motor carrier under MC# 833646 and USDOT 2423753, and reports 50,000+ vehicles shipped with a claimed 98% on-time delivery rate. Service offerings span open and enclosed car transport, door-to-door delivery, expedited and guaranteed shipping, classic car transport, inoperable vehicle transport, Hawaii/Alaska ocean freight, and a broad specialized catalog covering RVs, oversized vehicles, heavy haul trucking, boats, buses, food trucks, cranes, bulldozers, tractors, tiny houses, driveaway, and power-only trucking.

The underlying technology is a traditional auto transport brokerage and logistics coordination platform that manages carrier network fulfillment; no proprietary software products, APIs, or AI/ML systems are disclosed. The business model is direct-to-consumer and inside-sales based: customers obtain quotes via the company website or a dedicated phone line (800-311-8305), then the company assigns the shipment to a vetted carrier while serving as the customer's single point of contact. Pricing is unit-based and distance-driven (~$0.50/mi for open transport, with disclosed tier ranges of $500-$900 under 500 miles and $1,200-$1,900 cross-country for standard sedans), supplemented by $100 military and multi-vehicle discounts and a 5% credit card processing fee. Customer segments include individual vehicle owners as the primary base, with secondary segments in auto dealers, specialty and oversized vehicle owners (classic cars, RVs, heavy equipment), and business/fleet customers.

Name

Nationwide United Auto Transport

Legal name

Nationwide United Auto Transport Corp.

Website

https://nationwideunitedautotransport.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2005

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Nationwide United Auto Transport is a US vehicle shipping brokerage and motor carrier that ships cars, trucks, RVs, and specialty/oversized vehicles across all 50 states, coordinating fulfillment through a 20,000+ vetted carrier network primarily serving individual vehicle owners and auto dealers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Vehicle Transport Services

NAICS

Freight Transportation Arrangement (488510), Freight Transportation Arrangement (48851)

SIC

Arrangement Of Transportation Of Freight & Cargo (4731), Trucking (No Local) (4213)

akta.pro primary industry

Automotive / Vehicle Transport Brokerage (TLADAMAM)

akta.pro secondary industries

Open Auto Transport (Door-to-Door) (HSAKAFAA), Enclosed Auto Transport (Door-to-Door) (HSAKAFAB), Inoperable / Non-Running Vehicle Transport (HSAKAFAI), Vehicle Relocation & Fleet Repositioning (Rental/Corporate Fleets) (TLADAJAK), Multi-Vehicle / Fleet Auto Transport (HSAKAFAE)

Keywords

• Vehicle shipping services
• Auto transport
• Car shipping
• Heavy haul trucking
• Specialty vehicle transport

Headquarters

HQ city

Los Angeles

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Personnel, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Vehicle Shipping Services: One-time transaction fees for vehicle transport services. Pricing is distance-based and varies by vehicle type, transport method (open vs enclosed), and additional services. Customers pay a deposit at booking and the remaining balance upon delivery.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Nationwide United Auto Transport is a licensed property broker and auto motor carrier (MC# 833646, DOT# 2423753) that ships vehicles across all 50 US states including Hawaii and Alaska. The company coordinates vehicle transport logistics using open carriers, enclosed trailers, and specialty equipment through a network of 20,000+ vetted carriers, offering door-to-door pickup and delivery with insurance coverage included on every shipment.

Product overview

Nationwide United Auto Transport is a vehicle shipping company offering a comprehensive suite of transport services across all 50 U.S. states including Hawaii and Alaska. The core product is vehicle shipping, which operates through two primary transport methods: Open Car Transport (standard, economical) and Enclosed Auto Transport (premium protection). These core services are supplemented by value-added options including Door-to-Door Transport, Expedited Transport, and Guaranteed Car Shipping Services. The company specializes in transporting non-standard vehicles including RVs, oversized vehicles, heavy equipment, boats, and specialty vehicles that many standard auto transport companies cannot handle. As a licensed property broker and auto motor carrier (MC# 833646, USDOT 2423753), the company coordinates transport logistics through a network of vetted carriers rather than operating as a direct carrier. Customer communication and updates are provided via phone, text, and email throughout the transport process.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Open Car Transport Standard vehicle shipping method using open carriers, the most common and economical option where vehicles are transported uncovered and exposed to weather and road conditions.
• Enclosed Auto Transport Premium shipping service using enclosed trailers that protect vehicles from weather, road debris, and environmental conditions during transport.
• Door-to-Door Transport Convenience service that picks up and delivers vehicles directly to customer addresses rather than requiring terminal drop-off or pickup.
• Classic Car Transport Specialized shipping service for vintage, collector, and classic vehicles using enclosed transport and extra care handling.
• Inoperable Vehicle Transport Transport service for non-running, inoperable, or project vehicles using specialized equipment such as winches for loading and unloading.
• Hawaii Car Shipping Vehicle shipping service to and from Hawaii, including ocean freight transport via vessel.
• Alaska Car Transport Vehicle shipping service to and from Alaska, including ocean freight transport via vessel.
• Snowbird Auto Shipping Seasonal vehicle shipping service for customers who relocate between northern and southern states during winter months.
• Ship a Car Across Country Long-distance vehicle shipping service covering cross-country routes throughout all 50 states.
• RV Transport Shipping service for motorhomes, travel trailers, and fifth wheels using specialized RV carriers.
• Oversized Vehicle Transport Transport service for buses, commercial vehicles, and oversized equipment requiring proper permits and escort vehicles.
• Heavy Haul Trucking Transport service for construction equipment, machinery, and industrial freight using expert logistics and heavy-duty equipment.
• Flatbed Trucking Transport service using flatbed trailers for vehicles and cargo that cannot be transported on standard enclosed or open carriers.
• Boat Transport & Shipping Shipping service for boats using tow away and hauling methods.
• Auto Dealer Transport Vehicle shipping services tailored for automobile dealerships including multi-vehicle transport.
• Driveaway Service where drivers personally drive vehicles to their destination rather than transporting them on carriers.
• Power Only Trucking Service providing only the truck/tractor unit without a trailer for customers who have their own trailer equipment.
• Expedited Transport Priority shipping service that prioritizes pickup and delivery with faster transit times compared to standard scheduling.
• Guaranteed Car Shipping Services Shipping service with guaranteed pickup and/or delivery dates for customers requiring specific scheduling commitments.

Quantifiable outcome

• 50,000+ vehicles successfully shipped
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Vetted Carrier NetworkcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorThe company maintains relationships with over 20,000 vetted, licensed, insured, and background-checked carriers across the United States. These carriers physically transport vehicles and are coordinated by Nationwide United Auto Transport as part of their broker operations.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves4 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• uShip: Online marketplace where carriers and brokers bid on vehicle, heavy equipment, and freight shipments. Broader incumbent with a marketplace model overlapping with Nationwide United's brokerage activities across multiple verticals.
• United Van Lines / Allied Van Lines (parent: UniGroup): Large incumbent household goods and vehicle transportation carriers with nationwide agent networks. Adjacent overlap on long-distance vehicle shipping bundled with household moves.

Direct peers

• Sherpa Auto Transport: Vehicle shipping broker with a vetted carrier network and lock-in pricing model, marketing aggressively on SEO and review platforms. Same core value proposition of transparent nationwide vehicle shipping.
• AmeriFreight Auto Transport: National auto transport brokerage offering open, enclosed, and specialty vehicle shipping with strong digital marketing and review presence. Competes head-to-head for the same individual and dealer customers.
• Montway Auto Transport: One of the largest U.S. vehicle transport brokers, offering open and enclosed auto shipping with a vetted carrier network across all 50 states. Directly comparable as a nationwide auto transport brokerage with similar product set and customer base.
• A1 Auto Transport: Established nationwide auto shipping broker with broad service menu including international shipping, classic cars, and heavy equipment. Competes in the same SEO-driven, review-driven acquisition channel.
• Ship Cars (now part of RunBuggy): Auto transport broker specializing in dealer, rental fleet, and auction vehicle logistics across North America. Overlaps on dealer transport and fleet repositioning use cases.
• All State To State Auto Transport: Mid-sized vehicle transport broker offering open and enclosed shipping across all 50 states with phone-based sales and online quotes. Closely comparable product offering and customer acquisition model.

Emerging players

• Easy Auto Ship: Auto transport brokerage focused on digital-first customer experience with online quote flows and carrier matching. Smaller and more digitally native than Nationwide United, competing for the same online lead pool.
• Transport Reviews / Car Shipping Brokerage Brands: Aggregator and lead-generation platform that lists and ranks vehicle shipping brokers. Adjacent rather than a direct competitor, but routes customer demand to peer brokers in the same category.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/nuautotransport
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCVJSOi0JSHqV4h-I4B1m5MQ
• Facebookfacebook.com/nationwideunitedautotransport
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/nationwide-united-auto-transport
• Instagraminstagram.com/nationwideunitedautotransport

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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