Open Carrier: This is the most standard method of shipping a vehicle. Thousands of people and corporations move vehciles throughout the country daily using this method of transportation. This type of carrier works for any make and model, unless the vehicle has been significantly modified. 

Shipping a vehicle via open carrier means  your vehicle will be exposed to weather elements such as sun, rain, snow, wind and to the road elements such as dust and road debris. Though not common, this means your vehicle may be exposed to chips on the paint or anything else the weather or road might cause.

About 90% of all auto carriers in the United States are open. This means open carrier transport is faster to schedule and more efficient. Efficiency is when more vehicles are transported on a single haul. Most open carriers can fit anywhere between 7-10 vehicles.

Enclosed Carrier: Enclosed, also known as covered are typically preferred for high-end sports vehicles, luxury vehicles, antique & classic vehicles. Enclosed Carriers protect from the weather and road elements. However this will come at a price. Enclosed Carrier shipping is typically between 60-100% more expensive than a standard open carrier shipment. Reasons being there are less enclosed carriers on the road, enclosed trailers are typically more expensive, they hold less vehicles and they provide more protection.