Can EVs ship on open carriers?

Yes — most EVs ship safely on open carriers. Enclosed is available for new-delivery, high-trim, or paint-sensitive vehicles.

How do you charge level affect shipping?

Charge to 20-50% before pickup. Full charge adds battery weight; under 20% risks shutdown during multi-day transit. Carriers will refuse loads that arrive under 10% charge.

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What to know about shipping a Electric Vehicle

Electric vehicle shipping is the fastest-growing segment of our transport network. Open transport is safe and standard for the majority of EVs (Tesla, Rivian, Lucid, Ford Lightning, Hyundai Ioniq, etc.); enclosed is recommended for new-delivery and high-trim variants. The universal EV prep is charging to 20-50%, enabling transport/towing mode where supported, and confirming soft-strap-only loading with the carrier. Our EV-experienced carriers know the brand-specific quirks — Tesla Transport Mode, Rivian air suspension, Lucid drive-mode lockout — without needing instructions.

Pre-ship checklist

Five steps before pickup day

These are the prep steps every Electric Vehicle owner should complete before the carrier arrives. Skipping them is the #1 cause of pickup delays.

1
Charge to 20-50% — never full, never under 20%.
2
Enable transport/towing mode on brands that support it (Tesla, Rivian, Lucid).
3
Disable Sentry Mode, alarms, and PIN-to-Drive for the loading window.
4
Confirm soft-strap-only loading with the carrier — no chassis hooks.
5
Provide temporary digital key access if you won't be present at pickup.

Handling

How carriers handle a Electric Vehicle

Soft-strap loading only — no chassis chains or frame hooks on any EV.

Air suspension models: lower ride height for loading clearance.

Battery is safe in transit at 20-50% charge for multi-day shipments.

Questions

Questions about shipping a Electric Vehicle

Direct answers from our dispatch team.

Yes — EV shipping is safe and routine. Battery, drivetrain, and structural systems are designed for transport. Following the 20-50% charge guideline and using a carrier with soft-strap loading is all that's required.