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5.0 ★
RATING
Since 2009
OPERATING
10 Provinces
SERVED
Fully Insured
PICKUP TO DELIVERY
Most Popular Questions
Most Popular Questions
Vehicle shipping costs depend on your route, vehicle type, condition and transport requirements. Light trucks have a $150 surcharge and non-running vehicles have a $350 loading surcharge. Once your quote is confirmed, the price is guaranteed with no surprise charges.
Transit time depends on the route. Popular Western Canada routes typically take about 1 week, while Vancouver to Toronto or Montreal typically takes about 2 weeks. Transit times are estimates and may vary based on weather, road conditions, seasonal demand and transport scheduling.
Yes. Your vehicle is fully insured, including rock-chip coverage, from the time Incline Transport takes possession until it is delivered.
Yes. Incline Transport can transport non-running vehicles. A $350 loading surcharge applies because special loading is required.
Yes. Incline Transport ships vehicles across all 10 Canadian provinces, with service on routes throughout Western, Prairie, Central and Atlantic Canada.
Yes. Incline Transport provides cross-border vehicle shipping between Canada and the United States on select routes. Availability depends on your origin, destination and vehicle details.
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How Vehicle Shipping Works
Incline Transport provides fully insured open-carrier vehicle shipping across Canada and on select Canada–U.S. routes. Choose terminal-to-terminal shipping or arrange pickup and delivery at an accessible location where there is sufficient safe space for the carrier to load and unload.
Confirm Booking
Review and approve your confirmed shipping quote.
Drop Off or Arrange Pickup
Drop off at a terminal or arrange pickup at an accessible location.
Vehicle Transport
Your vehicle travels on an Incline Transport open carrier and remains fully insured during transport.
Collect or Arrange Delivery
Collect your vehicle at the destination terminal or arrange delivery where safe carrier access permits.
Start by requesting a quote with your route and vehicle details. Once your quote and shipment are confirmed, you can drop your vehicle at a designated terminal or arrange pickup at an accessible location. Your vehicle is transported on an Incline Transport open carrier and remains fully insured from the time Incline Transport takes possession until it is delivered.
Terminal-to-terminal shipping means dropping your vehicle at a designated terminal and collecting it from the destination terminal. It is typically the most cost-effective option because additional pickup and delivery are not required.
Yes. Pickup and delivery can be arranged at homes, dealerships, truck stops and other accessible locations where there is sufficient safe space for the carrier to load and unload. Additional transport costs may apply.
Open-carrier transport moves vehicles on a professional multi-vehicle transport truck. Incline Transport uses open carriers for vehicle shipping across Canada and on select Canada–U.S. routes.
Incline Transport is a direct vehicle carrier, not a broker. Vehicles are transported directly by Incline Transport.
Incline Transport primarily ships cars, SUVs and light trucks. Non-running vehicles can also be transported when special loading is arranged. Incline Transport does not transport heavy commercial vehicles such as dump trucks.
Pricing and Quotes
Every shipment is different. Pricing is based on the route, vehicle type, vehicle condition, and any special transport requirements. Final pricing is confirmed after reviewing your route and vehicle details.
Route
Pickup and destination distance.
Vehicle Type
Size and transport requirements.
Light Trucks
Confirmed $150 vehicle surcharge.
Non-Running Vehicles
Confirmed $350 loading surcharge.
Vehicle shipping costs depend on your route, vehicle type, vehicle condition and transport requirements. Request a quote with your origin, destination and vehicle details for pricing specific to your shipment.
Your shipping price is based on the route, vehicle type, vehicle condition and transport requirements. Pickup or delivery requirements can also affect pricing compared with terminal-to-terminal shipping.
Terminal-to-terminal shipping is typically the most cost-effective option because additional pickup and delivery are not required. Pickup and delivery can also be arranged where safe carrier access permits.
Yes. Light trucks have a $150 surcharge in addition to the applicable vehicle shipping rate.
Non-running vehicles have a $350 loading surcharge because special loading is required. The regular shipping price still depends on the route and vehicle details.
Once your quote is confirmed, the price is guaranteed. The price you approve is the price you pay, with no surprise charges.
Coverage and Vehicle Types
Incline Transport ships passenger vehicles across all 10 Canadian provinces and selected Canada-U.S. routes using professional open carriers.
Cars
Standard open-carrier transport.
SUVs
Canada-wide vehicle shipping.
Light Trucks
$150 surcharge applies.
Electric Vehicles
Standard transport available.
Luxury Vehicles
Fully insured while moving.
Non-Running Vehicles
Specialized loading required.
Yes. Incline Transport provides vehicle shipping across all 10 Canadian provinces, including Western Canada, the Prairies, Ontario, Quebec and Atlantic Canada.
Vancouver–Toronto and Vancouver–Montreal are among Incline Transport’s most popular routes, including return shipments to Vancouver. Incline Transport also serves routes throughout all 10 Canadian provinces.
Transit time depends on the route. Popular Western Canada routes typically take about one week, while Vancouver–Toronto and Vancouver–Montreal typically take about two weeks. Transit times are estimates and may vary based on weather, road conditions, seasonal demand and transport scheduling.
Yes. Vancouver–Toronto is one of Incline Transport’s primary vehicle shipping routes. Typical transit time is about two weeks, although timing can vary based on weather, road conditions, seasonal demand and transport scheduling.
Yes. Incline Transport provides vehicle shipping between Vancouver and Montreal in both directions. Typical transit time is about two weeks, subject to weather, road conditions, seasonal demand and transport scheduling.
Preparing Your Vehicle
- Keep fuel below one-quarter tank.
- Remove personal belongings.
- Remove loose exterior accessories.
- Bring all required keys.
- Bring vehicle ownership documents.
- Bring valid photo identification.
- Photograph the vehicle before drop-off.
- Confirm that the vehicle condition matches the booking information.
Make sure your vehicle is ready to be safely loaded and transported, and securely package any personal belongings left inside. Incline Transport will provide the applicable drop-off or pickup instructions for your shipment once your booking is confirmed.
Yes. Personal belongings may be left in the vehicle, but they must be securely packaged so they cannot move around during transport. Incline Transport recommends placing personal property in enclosed boxes or other secure packaging rather than leaving loose items inside the vehicle.
Yes. Taking clear photos of your vehicle before handing it over provides a useful record of its condition before transport.
Tell Incline Transport that the vehicle is non-running when requesting your quote so the correct loading arrangements can be made. A $350 loading surcharge applies to non-running vehicles.
During Transport
Transit times are estimated, and the Incline team provides updates as the shipment progresses. Weather, road conditions, and seasonal demand may affect timing.
Yes. Your vehicle is fully insured from the time Incline Transport takes possession until it is delivered.
Yes. Incline Transport’s confirmed vehicle transport coverage includes rock-chip coverage while the vehicle is in Incline Transport’s possession.
Transit time depends on the route. Popular Western Canada routes typically take about one week, while Vancouver–Toronto and Vancouver–Montreal typically take about two weeks. Transit times are estimates and may vary based on weather, road conditions, seasonal demand and transport scheduling.
Weather, road conditions, seasonal demand and transport scheduling can affect estimated transit times. Incline Transport provides estimated timing for your route, but transport conditions can cause schedules to change.
Delivery and Inspection
At delivery, inspect the vehicle and compare its condition with the pickup documentation before signing the delivery paperwork.
- Inspect the exterior.
- Compare the vehicle with pickup photographs.
- Review the inspection documentation.
- Report concerns before leaving.
- Sign the delivery paperwork.
- Collect all keys and documents.
Depending on the service arranged, you can collect your vehicle at the destination terminal or arrange delivery to an accessible location where there is sufficient safe space for the carrier to unload.
Yes, where the location provides sufficient safe access and space for the carrier to unload. If a residential location is not suitable for a large carrier, another accessible meeting location such as a nearby truck stop can be arranged. Additional transport costs may apply.
Yes. Vehicle delivery can be arranged at dealerships, businesses and other accessible locations where there is sufficient safe space for the carrier to load, unload and exit.
Yes. Inspect your vehicle when you receive it and compare its condition with your pre-transport photos. If you have any concerns, raise them with Incline Transport at the time of delivery or collection.
Cross-Border Vehicle Shipping
Incline Transport provides vehicle shipping between Canada and the United States on selected routes. Cross-border requirements depend on the vehicle, direction of travel, and shipment details.
Yes. Incline Transport provides cross-border vehicle shipping between Canada and the United States on select routes. Availability depends on your origin, destination and vehicle details.
Yes. Cross-border vehicle transport from Canada into the United States is available on select routes. Request a quote with your Canadian origin, U.S. destination and vehicle details so Incline Transport can confirm availability.
Yes, on select routes. Provide the U.S. origin, Canadian destination and vehicle information so Incline Transport can confirm route availability.
Submit your origin, destination and vehicle details when requesting a quote. Incline Transport will confirm whether cross-border transport is available for your specific route.
Shipping for Dealerships and Businesses
Incline Transport supports dealer transfers, recurring routes, multi-vehicle shipments, and selected cross-border business transport.
Yes. Incline Transport provides open-carrier vehicle transportation for dealerships and businesses across Canada and on select Canada–U.S. routes.
Yes. Incline Transport can transport multiple vehicles on compatible routes, including dealer inventory and multi-vehicle shipments.
Yes. Incline Transport can transport vehicle inventory between dealership locations when the origin, destination and route are supported.
Yes. Incline Transport supports recurring vehicle transport requirements for dealerships and businesses, including regular routes and ongoing inventory movement.
Yes. Dealer and business vehicle transport is available for individual vehicles as well as multi-vehicle shipments.
Yes, on select Canada–U.S. routes. Provide the origin, destination, vehicle details and shipment requirements so Incline Transport can confirm availability and pricing.