Maryland Car Shipping

As of 2026, Maryland’s vehicle excise tax is 6.5%. If you recently moved and already paid at least 6.5% sales tax in another state, you only pay a $100 titling fee. If your previous state’s tax was lower (e.g., Virginia’s 4.15%), you will only pay the difference to Maryland, provided you register within the 60-day window.

Maryland law is strict: you must title and register your vehicle within 60 days of establishing residency. If you wait longer than 60 days, you may lose the tax credit for sales tax paid in your previous state and be forced to pay the full 6.5% Maryland excise tax.

Unlike many states that require annual inspections, Maryland requires a one-time, highly rigorous Safety Inspection before a used vehicle can be titled and registered. This inspection must be performed by a licensed Maryland inspection station. It is valid for 90 days, so we recommend scheduling your car’s arrival to align with your inspection appointment.

Direct delivery to neighborhoods like Fells Point, Canton, or Federal Hill is often impossible due to extremely narrow streets and tight corners. For the safety of your vehicle, we typically arrange a meeting point at a nearby accessible location, such as the White Marsh Mall or a retail center in Towson, where the carrier has room to safely unload.

Shipping to cities like Ocean City, Easton, or Salisbury involves crossing the Chesapeake Bay Bridge (US-50). Because this bridge frequently has wind restrictions for high-profile vehicles (like car haulers), transit times can be slightly delayed. While we don't charge a "bridge fee," carriers may factor the extra time into the initial quote.

No. While many Maryland counties require VEIP (Vehicle Emissions Inspection Program) testing every two years, you do not need this to receive your car or your initial registration. You will receive a notice in the mail after you’ve settled in, telling you when and where to take your vehicle for its first test.

While the 2024 bridge collapse caused significant detours, the 2026 shipping market has stabilized. However, carriers moving through the I-95 or I-895 tunnels have strict height and hazardous material restrictions. Our dispatchers handle these routing complexities behind the scenes to ensure your car arrives on time without tunnel-related delays.

Yes! We frequently deliver cars for students at UMD, Johns Hopkins, and the Naval Academy. Because campus traffic is heavy, we usually coordinate with the student to meet at a large peripheral lot, such as Xfinity Center parking, for a quick and easy hand-off.