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Vehicle Transportation Services
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Definition
Summary
This report is intended to assist buyers of vehicle transportation services. Market providers use semi trucks outfitted with vehicle transport trailers to relocate new and used vehicles either locally or long distances. Suppliers offer enclosed, open-air, and individual trailers that transport one vehicle at a time.
This Report Includes:
- Local Vehicle Relocation
- Long Distance Vehicle Relocation
Not in this Report:
- Freight Broker Services
- Air or Water Vehicle Transportation Services
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Global Vehicle Transportation Services Procurement Trends
Discover the top international trends affecting procurement in the global Vehicle Transportation Services market.
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Crude oil prices dip, but natural gas and fuel prices remain volatile in 2025
- Oil prices have been falling with the introduction of higher tariffs and the predicted decline in global demand. The OPEC+ group of countries also announced they would be unwinding production cuts and increasing their collective output target for May by 411,000 barrels per day.
- Trade wars, ongoing conflict between Hamas and Israel, and general unrest in the Middle East are causing uncertainty surrounding oil prices, which has led to volatility in prices. In the third week of May 2025, crude oil prices hit $63.67 per barrel, but volatility remains as geopolitical concerns remain.
- Natural gas prices rallied early in 2025 with colder-than-usual temperatures in the United States and high demand, topping out at $4.68/MMBtu in March. Prices have since fallen with the onset of trade wars and weakening demand projections to $3.64/MMBtu in the third week of May 2025.
- The national average of gasoline prices has been rising slightly due to refinery maintenance/outages and blending issues, hitting a national average of $3.15 per gallon in the third week of May 2025. However, gasoline futures have been volatile, falling due to fears of oversupply and deepening concerns about weakening demand with tariffs, but rising after trade deals.
Global Vehicle Transportation Services Market - Suppliers by Region
| Country/Region | Number of Suppliers |
|---|---|
| #1 India | 43,460 |
| #2 Oceania & Southeast Asia | 30,360 |
| #3 Africa & Middle East | 20,640 |
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Geography Drilldown - US
Average Cost of Vehicle Transportation Services
United States
2026 Market Pricing$300.00 to $X,XXX.XX
per transportAverage Price
Prices in the Vehicle Transportation Services market range from $300.00 to $X,XXX.XX, depending on Advanced Notice Given, Door-to-Door or Terminal-to-Terminal, Distance Shipped and Type of Trailer. For example, lower prices are associated with Multiple weeks in advance notice, whereas higher prices are associated with Short advanced notice.
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Vehicle Transportation Services Category Price Trends
Pricing trends are indicated by the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) during a set period of time. For the Vehicle Transportation Services market, prices in the US have grown 2.2% from 2022 to 2025. Subscribers can access price trend forecasts, price driver projections and forward-looking cost structure data. Learn more
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Cost Analysis - Total Cost of Ownership for Vehicle Transportation Services
Total cost of ownership is Low in the Vehicle Transportation Services market. The average cost of ownership differs depending on the contract but generally includes costs negotiated before the contract begins, costs billed during the contract period and unforeseen costs. For example, unforeseen costs in the form of Delays may raise the total cost of ownership unexpectedly.
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Transportation
Billed During
Fuel
Unforeseen
Delays
Buyer Power in Procurement Negotiations
In 2026, buyer power amounts to -1.5 in the United States. Buyer power is most positively impacted by Price Driver Volatility. It is most negatively impacted by Market Share Concentration. Subscribers can access details on eight other factors that impact buyer power. Learn more
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Supply Chain Risk
The average level of supply chain risk is assessed as Medium, which has a negative impact on buyer power. The level of supply chain risk is affected by industry volatility, barriers to entry, competition, import penetration, regulation and industry financial risk. Buyers in this market can mitigate procurement and supply chain management risks by monitoring risk levels for individual first and second tier suppliers:
1st
Tier Suppliers
- Tire Wholesalers
- Truck & Bus Manufacturers
- Fuel Dealers
2nd
Tier Suppliers
- Tire Manufacturers
- Auto Parts Manufacturing
- Petroleum Refiners
Biggest Vehicle Transportation Services Suppliers in the US by Revenue
The largest Vehicle Transportation Services vendors by revenue in the US are Jack Cooper Holdings Corp., Horseless Carriage Carriers Inc. and AA United Auto Transports Inc. Subscribers can sort and filter by market share concentration, profit level and other factors. Learn more
| Supplier | Operational Size | Headquarters | Number of Employees | Market Share (%) | Market Share Performance (3yr trend) | Total Revenue ($ million) | Profit Level (%) | Risk Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Carlyle Group Inc. | Global | WASHINGTON, US | 1,001-10,000 | 5-10 | ||||
| Jack Cooper Holdings Corp. | International | Kansas City, MI | 1,001-10,000 | 5-10 | ||||
| Unigroup, Inc. | Global | Fenton, MO | 1,001-10,000 | 5-10 | ||||
| United Parcel Service, Inc. | International | ATLANTA, GA | >10,000 | < 5 | ||||
| AA United Auto Transports Inc. | National | San Deigo, CA | <25 | < 5 | ||||
| Countryside Auto Transport Inc. | Regional | Menasha, WI | <25 | < 5 | ||||
| J&S Transportation | National | Billings, MT | <25 | < 5 | ||||
| Reliable Carriers Inc. | National | Canton, MI | 51-100 | < 5 | ||||
| Schumacher Cargo Logistics, Inc. | National | Gardena, CA | 101-250 | < 5 | ||||
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Profit Analysis
The average profit margin across vendors in the Vehicle Transportation Services market is 8.6% and steady. Profit levels shift depending on suppliers' spend on wages, purchases and overhead. The highest cost component for vendors is Overhead. The cost trend for this component is rising, when considering movement between 2025 and 2026. To understand cost forecasts for 2027 and uncover the implications on profit, start your subscription. Learn more
Vendor & Supply Chain Analysis
There is low market share concentration in this market, which creates intense competition among suppliers and allows buyers to aggressively negotiate prices.
Vendors face a moderate level of financial risk in this market; however, profit has been rising in recent years due to increased demand for services. Nonetheless, increased demand often leads to diminished negotiation power in this market, so while the financial stability of the vendor increases buyer power, the increased demand neutralizes this impact.
Supply chain risk is moderate in this market, primarily due to fuel cost fluctuations. As a result, buyers are at risk of paying higher prices during periods in which fuel prices are high.
The United States is a net exporter of trailers and semi-trailers, indicating that domestic suppliers may have a greater ability to meet demands.
Supplier Information
Jack Cooper Holdings Corp.
Jack Cooper Holdings Corp. is a private company operating internationally. The company's offerings include vehicle transportation services. Founded in 1928, the company is currently headquartered in Kansas City, Michigan, United States of America with an estimated 3000 employees. Subscribe to learn more
The Carlyle Group Inc.
The Carlyle Group Inc. is a public company operating globally. The company's offerings include vehicle transportation services. Founded in 1987, the company is currently headquartered in Washington DC, Aarhus, United States of America with an estimated 2100 employees. Subscribe to learn more
Unigroup, Inc.
Unigroup, Inc. is a private company operating globally in the professional, scientific & technical services sector. The company's offerings include vehicle transportation services, moving services, general warehousing & storage and personnel relocation services. Founded in 1988, the company is currently headquartered... Subscribe to learn more
AA United Auto Transports Inc.
AA United Auto Transports Inc. is a private company operating nationally. The company's offerings include vehicle transportation services. Founded in 1983, the company is currently headquartered in San Deigo, California, United States of America with an estimated 25 employees. Subscribe to learn more
Countryside Auto Transport Inc.
Countryside Auto Transport Inc. is a private company operating regionally. The company's offerings include vehicle transportation services. Founded in 1989, the company is currently headquartered in Menasha, Wisconsin, United States of America with an estimated 25 employees. Subscribe to learn more
Horseless Carriage Carriers Inc.
Horseless Carriage Carriers Inc. is a private company operating nationally. The company's offerings include vehicle transportation services. Founded in 1975, the company is currently headquartered in Paterson, New Jersey, United States of America with an estimated 37 employees. Subscribe to learn more
J&S Transportation
J&S Transportation is a private company operating nationally. The company's offerings include vehicle transportation services. Founded in 2000, the company is currently headquartered in Billings, Montana, United States of America with an estimated 25 employees. Subscribe to learn more
Reliable Carriers Inc.
Reliable Carriers Inc. is a private company operating nationally. The company's offerings include vehicle transportation services. Founded in 1960, the company is currently headquartered in Canton, Michigan, United States of America with an estimated 75 employees. Subscribe to learn more
Schumacher Cargo Logistics, Inc.
Schumacher Cargo Logistics, Inc. is a private company operating nationally. The company's offerings include vehicle transportation services. Founded in 1977, the company is currently headquartered in Gardena, California, United States of America with an estimated 184 employees. Subscribe to learn more
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Procurement Management KPIs for the Vehicle Transportation Services Market
Managing vendor performance throughout the contract period is easier when tracking specific key performance indicators (KPIs). For example, buyers should monitor Average Response Time and On-Time Delivery (OTD). Buyers may experience better performance throughout their contracts if they establish service level agreements (SLAs) based on Delivery and other factors.
| KPI | Level of Importance (1-5) | Measurements | Key Considerations |
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| Average Response Time |
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Total number of inquiries or ticket submitted to supplier. Total time to response for these tickets or inquiries. |
The average response time of a supplier can indicate the strength of their logistics and tracking system. A high average response time indicates good service and that suppliers are informed about the status of the transportation at all times. |
| On-Time Delivery (OTD) |
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Number of deliveries Number of on-time deliveries |
Due to delivery being the critical aspect of this service, the on-time delivery rate of a supplier is the best indicator to assess performance. While factors outside of both parties’ control may limit the ability to make deliveries on time, suppliers that maintain a high rate of on-time deliveries can indicate high-quality performance. |
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Questions to Ask During Procurement Negotiations
How can I gain leverage during negotiations?
Quality Control
Describe your procedure for loading vehicles onto truck trailers.
Do you put any type of protective material onto my vehicle?
Supply Chain Risk
Do you use equipment with high exposure to market disruptions resulting from the coronavirus? How are you coping with these disruptions?
How diversified is your supplier base for equipment used in providing the service? Do you source from multiple suppliers in different global regions?
Reliability
How often do you experience mechanical breakdowns?
When was the last time you experienced an accident? What caused it?
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Vehicle Transportation Services RFP Guidelines
What should my RFP include?
Organizational Overview
Buyers should describe their organizational structure.
Buyers should explain why they require vehicle transportation services.
Statement Of Need
Buyers should state the types of vehicles they require transportation services for, including the make, model and year, if known.
Buyers should detail any known capacity requirements, schedules for repeated deliveries or other volume concerns.
Project Budget
Buyers should state their budget for the contract.
Buyers should request a breakdown of any additional fees that may be incurred in addition to the submitted bid amount.
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