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We provide direct service to and from any location in Rhode Island - above is a list of the most popular car shipping locations that we service.

Everything You Need to Know About the State of Rhode Island (RI)

Rhode Island, measuring only about 48 miles long and 37 miles wide, is the smallest of the U.S. states. Despite its small area, Rhode Island, known as the “Ocean State,” boasts over 400 miles of coastline. Rhode Island was founded by Roger Williams in 1636, who had been banished from the Massachusetts colony for his advocacy of religious tolerance and the separation of church and state.

During the colonial period, Newport was a major hub for shipping and trade, and in the 19th century, Rhode Island was at the forefront of the Industrial Revolution and the establishment of power-driven textile mills. Rhode Island hosted the first National Lawn Tennis Championship in 1899 and is home to the Tennis Hall of Fame. Famous Rhode Islanders include novelists Cormac MacCarthy and Jhumpa Lahiri, actor James Woods, television personality Meredith Vieira and Civil War U.S. Army officer Ambrose Burnside.

Banished from the Massachusetts Bay Colony for his radical views, Roger Williams purchased land from the Narragansett Indians and founded the first permanent white settlement in Providence in 1636. His firm belief in religious freedom, tolerance, and the separation between church and state governed the colony of Rhode Island and inspired the future founders of the United States.
Although slaves were an important part of the colony’s economy, Rhode Island passed the first gradual emancipation act after Quakers waged a campaign to abolish slavery. Children who were born to slaves after March 1, 1784, were to become free after a period of “apprenticeship,” but existing slaves were not granted freedom as part of the legislation.
On May 4, 1776, Rhode Island became the first colony to renounce allegiance to King George III of England. In 1908, the General Assembly established May 4th as “Rhode Island Independence Day.”
Benedict Arnold, the first governor appointed under the Rhode Island Royal Charter in 1663, was the great-grandfather of the notorious traitor of the Revolutionary War—also named Benedict Arnold.
On September 12, 1953, John F. Kennedy and Jacqueline Bouvier were married in St. Mary’s Church of Newport—Rhode Island’s oldest Roman Catholic parish, which had been established on April 8, 1828.
Rhode Island is the only state that still celebrates the end of World War II on Victory Day (which is also known as VJ Day). The official state holiday is observed each year on the second Monday of August.
Preferring the Articles of Confederation, Rhode Island refused to participate in creating the U.S. Constitution and was the last of the original 13 states to ratify it.
Factors that Influence Cost of Shipping to Rhode Island

The following are factors that influence the cost of shipping a car to Rhode Island:

Distance and Location

Due to fuel consumption and the increased possibility of problems being encountered along the way, shipping across longer distances costs more. It is relatively cheaper to ship your vehicle across shorter distances such as within the state of Rhode Island itself.

The location of pick-up and delivery are important factors that affect your shipping quotes. Shipping to remote areas is more expensive than in popular cities. This is because major cities get more business than remote areas where the truck driver has to deliver to secluded areas

Type of Vehicle

The size and condition of the vehicle affect how much effort the company will put into handling your delivery. It would cost less to transport smaller cars than larger ones and several smaller cars can be transported at the same time. The working condition of a vehicle determines how it would be loaded and offloaded from the auto carrier. Operable vehicles are easier to handle and cheaper to transport while inoperable vehicles require special equipment to move.

Auto Transport Carriers Used

The type of auto transport carrier used to ship your vehicle greatly influences the cost of shipping. Open auto carriers are economical and can transport several vehicles at the same time. The limitation of this method is that there would be no protective covering shielding your car from the elements and road debris. The enclosed carrier transport gives your car more protection because your car would be transported in a closed compartment. This method is advisable for high-end cars.

Type of Shipping

The two major types of shipping are door-to-door shipping and terminal-to-terminal shipping. The terminal-to-terminal option is more economical; you would drop your car at the shipping terminal and pick it up when it is delivered in Rhode Island. If you want your car delivered right to your doorstep or an agreed location then you should go from the door-to-door option.

Delivery Schedule

When it comes to the delivery schedule, it always costs more to expedite shipping. Having a relaxed delivery schedule helps you get a better deal.

Tips to Help you Hire a Good Auto shipping company
  • Compare quotes from different companies. Most auto transport companies have quote calculators on their websites. It is always a good idea to get quotes from different companies to have an idea of what your budget should be.
  • Hire a company with good experience. The company you want to hire should be familiar with major routes in Rhode Island, this help in the navigation process. Make sure the company has all the licenses to operate in the area.
  • You can get reviews about a company online. Pay attention to their customer service. Look out for how the company treats complaints from customers, the company should not have outstanding negative reviews.
  • You should always get information about the insurance policy of the company you want to hire.

Rhode Island is one of the most beautiful places to live in the United States, with numerous coastlines, great culture, a low crime rate, good educational facilities, and many more. The thought of relocating to the state is attractive but transporting your vehicle is no small feat. We at SAC are here to make the process stress-free and fun even. Submit an online quote or contact us at (866) 821-4555 for more information.

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Rhode Island Transportation Information

  • Rhode Island Rail Transport
  • Rhode Island Roads
  • Rhode Island Air Transport
  • Rhode Island Marine Transport
  • Rhode Island Rail Transport

    Works Cited

    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rhode_Island

    Accessed March 22, 2020.

    History.com, Editors,Updated: June,2019|Original:November 9,2009,

    https://www.history.com/topics/us-states/rhode-island

    Accessed March 22, 2020.

    The MBTA Commuter Rail’s Providence/Stoughton Line links Providence and T. F. Green Airport with Boston. The line was later extended southward to Wickford Junction, with service beginning April 23, 2012. The state hopes to extend the MBTA line to Kingston and Westerly. Explore the possibility of extending Connecticut’s Shore Line East to T.F. Green Airport. Amtrak’s Acela Express stops at Providence Station (the only Acela stop in Rhode Island), linking Providence to other cities in the Northeast Corridor. Amtrak’s Northeast Regional service makes stops at Providence Station, Kingston, and Westerly.

  • Rhode Island Roads

    Works Cited

    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rhode_Island

    Accessed March 22, 2020.

    History.com, Editors,Updated: June,2019|Original:November 9,2009,

    https://www.history.com/topics/us-states/rhode-island

    Accessed March 22, 2020.

    Interstate 95 (I-95) runs southwest to northeast across the state, linking Rhode Island with other states along the East Coast. I-295 functions as a partial beltway encircling Providence to the west. I-195 provides a limited-access highway connection from Providence (and Connecticut and New York via I-95) to Cape Cod. Initially built as the easternmost link in the (now canceled) extension of I-84 from Hartford, Connecticut, a portion of U.S. Route 6 (US 6) through northern Rhode Island is limited-access and links I-295 with downtown Providence. 

    Several Rhode Island highways extend the state’s limited-access highway network. Route 4 is a major north-south freeway linking Providence and Warwick (via I-95) with suburban and beach communities along Narragansett Bay. Route 10 is an urban connector linking downtown Providence with Cranston and Johnston. Route 37 is an important east-west freeway through Cranston and Warwick and links I-95 with I-295. Route 99 links Woonsocket with Providence (via Route 146). Route 146 travels through the Blackstone Valley, linking Providence and I-95 with Worcester, Massachusetts, and the Massachusetts Turnpike. Route 403 links Route 4 with Quonset Point.

  • Rhode Island Air Transport

    Works Cited

    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rhode_Island

    Accessed March 22, 2020.

    History.com, Editors,Updated: June,2019|Original:November 9,2009,

    https://www.history.com/topics/us-states/rhode-island

    Accessed March 22, 2020.

    Rhode Island’s primary airport for passenger and cargo transport is T. F. Green Airport in Warwick, though most Rhode Islanders who wish to travel internationally on direct flights and those who seek a greater availability of flights and destinations often fly through Logan International Airport in Boston.

  • Rhode Island Marine Transport

    Works Cited

    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rhode_Island

    Accessed March 22, 2020.

    History.com, Editors,Updated: June,2019|Original:November 9,2009,

    https://www.history.com/topics/us-states/rhode-island

    Accessed March 22, 2020.

    From 2000 through 2008, RIPTA offered seasonal ferry service linking Providence and Newport (already connected by highway) funded by grant money from the United States Department of Transportation. Though the service was popular with residents and tourists, RIPTA was unable to continue after the federal funding ended. Service was discontinued in 2010. The service was resumed in 2016 and has been successful. The privately run Block Island Ferry links Block Island with Newport and Narragansett with traditional and fast-ferry service, while the Prudence Island Ferry connects Bristol with Prudence Island. Private ferry services also link several Rhode Island communities with ports in Connecticut, Massachusetts, and New York. The Vineyard Fast Ferry offers seasonal service to Martha’s Vineyard from Quonset Point with bus and train connections to Providence, Boston, and New York. Viking Fleet offers seasonal service from Block Island to New London, Connecticut, and Montauk, New York.

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