GLOBAL AUTO TRANSPORTATION

What GLOBAL AUTO TRANSPORTATION does

Global Auto Transportation, Inc. is a privately held auto transport broker headquartered at 1906 W Burbank Blvd, Burbank, California, founded in 2006. The company operates under USDOT broker license #2243114 and arranges nationwide vehicle shipping across all 50 U.S. states plus Hawaii, Alaska, and Puerto Rico by connecting customers with a network of contracted, licensed, and insured motor carriers. It does not own transport assets; instead it acts as the intermediary matching shipment demand with carrier capacity and offers real-time GPS tracking, full insurance coverage, and door-to-door pickup and delivery.

The service catalog spans core individual offerings (open, enclosed, expedited, door-to-door, specialty/exotic, motorcycle, boat, bus, van, truck, trailer, and flatbed transport) and commercial offerings for dealerships, auctions, corporate relocations, oversized vehicles, and military equipment. Pricing is transaction-based on distance, vehicle type, transport method, and seasonality, with optional expedited tiers and multi-vehicle or student discounts. GTM is sales-led and direct-to-consumer, driven by phone-based inside sales, an online quote request funnel, SEO-optimized state landing pages, and organic social presence on Facebook, Instagram, X, YouTube, and LinkedIn.

The business model is asset-light brokerage, monetizing each shipment via a take-rate on transaction fees paid by individual consumers, dealerships, auction buyers, and commercial fleets. Customer segments include individual vehicle owners (relocations, snowbirds, college students, military personnel), dealerships and OEM distribution channels, and corporate/fleet customers. The firm holds a BBB A+ accreditation and a 4.8/5 Google rating, with cumulative customer count described as 'hundreds of thousands' across 19+ years.

Name

GLOBAL AUTO TRANSPORTATION

Legal name

Global Auto Transportation, Inc.

Website

https://globalautotransportation.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2006

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Global Auto Transportation is a privately held, Burbank-based auto transport broker that arranges nationwide vehicle shipping across all 50 U.S. states plus Hawaii, Alaska, and Puerto Rico via a network of licensed motor carriers, serving individual consumers, dealerships, and commercial fleets.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Vehicle Transportation Services

NAICS

Freight Transportation Arrangement (488510)

SIC

Transportation Services (4700)

akta.pro primary industry

Automotive / Vehicle Transport Brokerage (TLADAMAM)

akta.pro secondary industries

Open Auto Transport (Door-to-Door) (HSAKAFAA), Classic, Exotic & High-Value Vehicle Transport (HSAKAFAG), Expedited / Guaranteed Pickup Auto Shipping (HSAKAFAD), Multi-Vehicle / Fleet Auto Transport (HSAKAFAE), Vehicle Pickup/Delivery & Concierge (Key Handling, Inspections, Condition Reports) (HSAKAFAL)

Keywords

• Vehicle shipping services
• Auto transport brokerage
• Car shipping logistics
• Door-to-door vehicle transport
• Exotic car transport

Headquarters

HQ city

Burbank

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Marketing or Sales, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Others

Revenue model

1. Vehicle Transport Services: One-time transaction-based fees for vehicle transport services. Pricing varies based on distance, vehicle type, transport method (open vs enclosed), and seasonal factors. Customers pay a deposit via credit card to secure reservation, with remaining balance due upon delivery.
2. Expedited Shipping: Premium service for urgent vehicle transport with additional fees on top of standard pricing.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

Global Auto Transportation is a nationwide auto transport broker that arranges vehicle shipping for individual consumers and commercial customers across all 50 U.S. states, Hawaii, Alaska, and Puerto Rico. The company matches customers with licensed motor carriers through its USDOT broker license (#2243114), offering open and enclosed transport, door-to-door pickup and delivery, expedited shipping, and specialized handling for motorcycles, boats, buses, trucks, trailers, oversized vehicles, and exotic/classic cars. Pricing is transaction-based, varying by distance, vehicle type, transport method, and seasonal factors, with deposits collected at booking and balance due at delivery.

Product overview

Global Auto Transportation is a nationwide car shipping and auto transportation services company operating since 2006. The company offers a comprehensive suite of vehicle transport services organized into core individual services (Door-to-Door Auto Transport, Open Car Transport, Enclosed Car Transport, Expedited Car Shipping, Specialty & Exotic Car Transport, Military Vehicle Shipping, Snowbird Auto Transport, College Car Transport), commercial services for businesses (Auction Vehicle Transport, Commercial Auto Transport, Oversized Vehicle Shipping, Dealer Car Transport, Military Equipment Shipping, Corporate Relocation), and specialty vehicle transport (Motorcycle Shipping, Bus Shipping, Boat Shipping, Van Shipping, Truck Shipping, Trailer Shipping, Flatbed Auto Transport). The company primarily operates as a transportation broker, arranging vehicle shipping through a network of licensed and insured motor carriers across all U.S. states.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Door-to-Door Auto Transport Pickup and delivery of vehicles directly to customer-specified locations for maximum convenience, included with standard booking at no additional charge.
• Open Car Transport Cost-effective vehicle shipping on open trailers, the most common and budget-friendly transport option for standard vehicles exposed to weather and road dust.
• Enclosed Car Transport Vehicle shipping in fully covered trailers providing protection from weather, debris, and road hazards, recommended for luxury, exotic, and classic cars at an additional fee over standard pricing.
• Expedited Car Shipping Priority vehicle transport with faster pickup and delivery timeframes for urgent shipping needs, offered at an additional cost on top of standard pricing.
• Specialty & Exotic Car Transport Premium transport services for high-value, classic, and exotic vehicles requiring extra care and protection, typically using enclosed carriers.
• Military Vehicle Shipping Auto transport services tailored for active-duty service members and veterans needing vehicle relocation during military moves and deployments.
• Snowbird Auto Transport Seasonal vehicle transport for snowbirds moving between their primary and vacation residences without driving long distances.
• College Car Transport Vehicle shipping services for college students relocating to or from campus, offered at discounted student-friendly rates at named universities.
• Auction Vehicle Transport Transport services for vehicles purchased at auctions, delivering purchased vehicles to buyers nationwide.
• Commercial Auto Transport Vehicle transport services for businesses, dealerships, and commercial entities managing multiple vehicles.
• Oversized Vehicle Shipping Transport services for oversized or heavy vehicles that require specialized equipment such as flatbed carriers.
• Dealer Car Transport Vehicle delivery services for car dealerships transporting new or sold vehicles to customers nationwide.
• Military Equipment Shipping Specialized transport for military equipment and vehicles requiring secure handling.
• Corporate Relocation Vehicle fleet transport services for corporate relocation programs and employee transfer needs.
• Flatbed Auto Transport Transport for oversized or heavy vehicles using flatbed trailers that don't fit standard open or enclosed carriers.
• Motorcycle Shipping Specialized transport services for motorcycles with secure loading and handling procedures.
• Boat Shipping Transport services for boats, including trailers and watercraft.
• Truck Shipping Transport services for trucks and commercial vehicles.

Quantifiable outcome

• Customer satisfaction reflected in 4.8/5 Google rating
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• USDOT Licensed Motor CarrierscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNetwork of licensed and insured motor carriers contracted through the company's broker license (USDOT #2243114) to physically transport vehicles. Company acts as transportation broker connecting customers with carriers for vehicle shipment.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Montway Auto Transport: One of the largest U.S. auto transport brokers, offering nationwide door-to-door car shipping via a carrier network with online quoting. Direct competitor in the same brokerage model, customer segments, and service lines as Global Auto Transportation.
• Easy Auto Ship: Nationwide auto transport broker with similar door-to-door, open/enclosed, and expedited offerings for individuals and dealers. Direct head-to-head competitor in the online car shipping brokerage category.
• AmeriFreight: Auto transport broker offering nationwide vehicle shipping with open/enclosed and expedited options, marketed via SEO and online quoting. Operates with the same brokerage-led, carrier-network model.
• ShipCars Inc: Auto transport broker serving both individual consumers and enterprise/commercial customers (auctions, dealers, fleet). Closely comparable in model, target segments, and nationwide coverage.
• A-1 Auto Transport: Long-running auto transport broker and shipping company offering domestic and international vehicle transport, including specialty, exotic, and motorcycle shipping — overlapping service breadth with GAT.
• Sherpa Auto Transport: Technology-forward auto transport broker with nationwide coverage, online quoting, and a 'clean car guarantee'. Comparable digital-first brokerage approach serving the same consumer segments.

Emerging players

• uShip: Online shipping marketplace that includes auto transport among its categories, connecting shippers with carriers. Represents the platform-based model that competes with traditional brokers for the same auto-shipping demand.

Broad incumbents

• Reliable Carriers: Established carrier serving automotive OEMs, dealers, and auctions with enclosed and open vehicle transport. Comparable in customer overlap (OEMs, dealers) but operates its own fleet rather than acting purely as a broker.
• CarsArrive Network: Auto transport and logistics network serving dealers, auctions, and OEMs with vehicle delivery services. Comparable in commercial/dealer customer base, though operates with a larger carrier network and enterprise focus.
• Auto Driveaway: Long-standing vehicle transport company providing nationwide car and truck driveaway and shipping services for individuals and corporate relocation programs. Adjacent incumbent with overlapping corporate relocation use cases.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xtwitter.com/GlobalTransAuto
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCtbSHA95NoYQ0ULDqkSjbWw
• Facebookfacebook.com/globalautotransportation
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/global-auto-transportation
• Instagraminstagram.com/GlobalAutoTransportation

Compliance2 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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