How carriers move through Michigan.
I-75 runs from Detroit through Flint and Saginaw, across the Mackinac Bridge to Sault Ste. Marie. I-94 links Detroit, Ann Arbor, Kalamazoo and Chicago, and I-96 connects Detroit, Lansing and Grand Rapids. I-69 crosses from Port Huron through Lansing toward Indiana, and I-196 serves the Lake Michigan shore.
Seasons and weather
Lake-effect snow is common on the west side of the Lower Peninsula and in the Upper Peninsula, and heavy road salt makes enclosed transport popular for collector cars in winter. Snowbird traffic to Florida and Arizona peaks in fall.
Why people ship cars in Michigan
GM, Ford and Stellantis have their headquarters and many of their plants in the Detroit area, with assembly plants in Flint, Lansing, Warren and Sterling Heights. The University of Michigan, Michigan State and Western Michigan bring students, and many retirees head south for the winter.
Michigan city and town guides.
Each page covers that place's roads, routes, local pickup details and FAQs. Grouped by Census metro area.
Detroit–Warren–Dearborn metro
Grand Rapids–Wyoming–Kentwood metro
Lansing–East Lansing metro
Flint metro
Kalamazoo–Portage metro
Smaller cities & towns outside metro areas
College towns
Shipping across the Michigan line.
Interstate moves to neighboring states are some of the most common shipments. See corridor and seasonal details for each.
Michigan car shipping questions.
Do you ship collector and show cars out of the Detroit area?
Yes. Enclosed transport is common for classics, prototypes and show cars, especially in winter.
Can carriers reach the Upper Peninsula?
Yes. I-75 crosses the Mackinac Bridge, but UP distances and snow can mean a wider pickup window.
When do Michigan snowbirds ship to Florida?
Most book for October through December and come back in April or May.
Which Michigan cities do you have shipping guides for?
We have 27 city and town pages for Michigan, including Detroit, Grand Rapids, Warren, Sterling Heights, Ann Arbor, and Lansing. We also ship to and from addresses anywhere else in the state.
How do I register a car after shipping it to Michigan?
Registration is handled by the Michigan Secretary of State. Requirements and deadlines change, so check the official site before you arrive. Keep your title, proof of insurance and the carrier's bill of lading handy.
Shipping a car in Michigan?
Share the route and we’ll come back with a quote and a recommended transport type.