Key Takeaways
- In 2023, the U.S. car shipping industry transported over 5.2 million vehicles domestically, marking a 7.8% increase from 2022 due to rising new car sales and inventory redistribution.
- The global vehicle shipping market was valued at $28.4 billion in 2022 and is projected to reach $42.7 billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 5.2% driven by e-commerce and EV exports.
- North American auto transport revenue hit $12.9 billion in 2023, with truck-based shipping accounting for 68% of total volume amid supply chain recoveries post-COVID.
- In 2023, the average U.S. car hauler fleet size was 12.4 trucks per carrier, up from 11.2 in 2022 due to capacity shortages.
- Top 10 U.S. auto transport companies operated 28,500 trucks in 2023, hauling 42% of national vehicle volume.
- Global RoRo car carrier fleet numbered 740 vessels in 2023, with average age of 11.7 years and 7,800 CEU capacity each.
- In 2023, 62% of U.S. car shipping consumers booked online, up from 45% in 2021, preferring door-to-door services.
- Average U.S. car transport booking lead time was 7-10 days in 2023, with 71% opting for instant quotes.
- 54% of car owners shipping for relocation chose enclosed transport in 2023 for vehicles over $50K value.
- Average U.S. open car shipping cost was $0.60-$0.80 per mile in 2023, totaling $950 for 1,300 miles.
- Fuel surcharges added 15-22% to car hauler quotes in 2023 amid diesel averaging $4.85/gallon.
- Enclosed transport premiums averaged 50-70% higher than open in 2023, at $1.40/mile base.
- In 2023, U.S. car shipping accident rate was 1.2 per 100,000 miles, below general trucking at 2.4.
- FMCSA reported 1,450 car hauler violations in 2023 audits, 34% for hours-of-service breaches.
- Vehicle damage claims in U.S. car shipping totaled 0.8% of shipments in 2023, down 15% YoY.
The global car shipping industry grew significantly in 2023 due to rising sales and electric vehicle exports.
Consumer Behavior
Consumer Behavior Interpretation
Costs and Pricing
Costs and Pricing Interpretation
Fleet and Operations
Fleet and Operations Interpretation
Market Size and Growth
Market Size and Growth Interpretation
Safety and Regulations
Safety and Regulations Interpretation
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