Long Beach runs on freight. The Port of Long Beach is the second-busiest container port in the country, moving nearly 9.9 million containers a year and briefly leading all of North America in cargo volume in early 2026, and that kind of traffic means Sweet Logistics handles more heavy hauls here than in almost any other city we serve. Between the port, the historic Queen Mary permanently docked on the waterfront, and a population that's used to things moving in and out of town at scale, Long Beach residents want a shipping partner who can handle a family sedan with the same care as a work truck rolling off a job site. We've been doing exactly that for years, and Cyndy still answers the phone herself when you call.
Coast to Coast Car Shipping
The Port of Long Beach and the neighboring Port of Los Angeles together handle roughly 29% of all US containerized imports and exports, and the I-710 freeway running north from the port complex carries tens of thousands of freight trucks a day up toward the rail yards in Commerce and Vernon. That volume of freight traffic means the carriers we work with already run this corridor constantly, so adding a Long Beach pickup or drop-off rarely means much of a detour. Long Beach Airport, one of the busiest general aviation airports in the country and home to more than 200 aviation and business tenants, adds another layer of vehicles moving in and out on a schedule tied to flights rather than road trips. For customers up the coast, we regularly coordinate with our Huntington Beach route to keep pickups efficient along the same stretch of Southern California coastline.
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Standard vehicle transport
Heavy vehicle hauling
People often ask us this, and it's a fair question because "car shipping" gets used as a catch-all term. We're not a towing company, and we're not hauling your car around town on a flatbed for a mechanic. Sweet Logistics moves vehicles long distance, nationwide, from Long Beach to any state in the country, using three main methods depending on what you're shipping and what you need.
Heavy duty truck and equipment hauling covers everything too big or too heavy for a standard car carrier: box trucks, work trucks with equipment mounted, trailers, and other commercial vehicles. Given how much freight and equipment moves through this city, this is a service we handle here more than almost anywhere else we work.
Open trailer transport is the standard option for everyday vehicles. Your car rides on a multi-car carrier alongside other vehicles, exposed to the weather the same way it would be if you drove it yourself. It's the most affordable option and works fine for daily drivers, SUVs, and trucks.
Enclosed car carrier transport puts your vehicle inside a fully covered trailer, shielded from road debris, weather, and dust for the entire trip. We recommend this for classic cars, exotic and luxury vehicles, and anything headed to or from a car show.
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The Port of Long Beach shapes a huge share of what we move in this city. Between the port itself and the neighboring Port of Los Angeles, this stretch of coastline handles roughly 29% of all US containerized trade, and the I-710 corridor running north to the rail yards carries the kind of daily freight volume that makes heavy hauls and oversized vehicle transport a routine part of our week here, not a special request.
CSULB adds a completely different kind of demand. With enrollment at a record 42,355 students as of fall 2025, we see a predictable wave of families shipping a car to campus at the start of the year and shipping it home again after graduation or a transfer, rather than driving it across multiple states themselves.
Long Beach Airport rounds things out. As one of the busiest general aviation airports in the country, with more than 200 aviation and business tenants on-site, it brings in a steady stream of corporate travelers and aviation-industry professionals who fly in and need a vehicle to arrive on a similar timeline, whether that's a quick regional hop or a longer relocation.
"Cyndy is the best in the business. Needed my BMW M4 transported from socal up to norcal — she took care of everything and had great communication throughout."
"For such a large company, I was surprised that Cyndy went out of her way to work a last minute shipment across the country from FL to CA. She worked with us the whole way."
"Great customer service. The car was delivered before scheduled day. Will recommend to friends and family."
"Cyndi shipped my car from Menifee CA to Athens Georgia for my son going to college and they came through in every way — the driver was incredible."
"Cyndy was incredible to work with. She gave me exact pick up and drop off dates and everything went smoothly. My cars were delivered in great condition."
"Great service Cindy. First time shipping a truck out of state and I didn't have a problem. Cindy kept updating me for the delivery date."
"For such a large company, I was surprised that Cyndy went out of her way to work a last minute shipment across the country from FL to CA. She worked with us the whole way."
"Great customer service. The car was delivered before scheduled day. Will recommend to friends and family."
"Cyndi shipped my car from Menifee CA to Athens Georgia for my son going to college and they came through in every way — the driver was incredible."
"Cyndy was incredible to work with. She gave me exact pick up and drop off dates and everything went smoothly. My cars were delivered in great condition."
"Great service Cindy. First time shipping a truck out of state and I didn't have a problem. Cindy kept updating me for the delivery date."
Yes. Given how much freight and equipment moves through Long Beach, heavy duty truck and equipment hauling is one of our most requested services here. Call 949-456-2184 with your vehicle's specs and we'll confirm the right carrier.
Cost depends on distance, vehicle size, and whether you choose open or enclosed transport. Call 949-456-2184 or use the form above for a free, no-obligation quote specific to your route.
Transit time depends on distance and route, cross-country shipments typically take longer than regional West Coast moves. We'll give you a realistic pickup and delivery window when you request a quote.
Yes, door to door pickup and delivery is standard anywhere in Long Beach, including neighborhoods near the port and Long Beach Airport.
Sweet Logistics handles door-to-door pickup and delivery, no need to drop your car at a terminal. Give us your pickup zip, drop-off zip, and vehicle details and we'll walk you through scheduling.
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