Shipping Cost from Charlotte, North Carolina to Delhi

Yes, you can ship your car from the USA to India, but it involves significant costs (import duties up to 100-125%), complex customs procedures, specific documentation (like manufacturer's invoice, passport, Bill of Lading), and stringent vehicle preparation, with options like container or Roll-on/Roll-off (RoRo) shipping available. Be ready for high taxes and ensure the car meets Indian regulations, like having right-hand steering and kilometers-per-hour speedometers if it's a new vehicle, says this Quora post.

Driving costs include food, lodging, and fuel for one person. Like we said earlier, the cost to ship a car is almost always higher than the cost of driving that car the same distance. Even when you factor in additional costs like hotels, gas, and food, driving is still cheaper.

The cheapest way to ship a car is typically open transport on a multi-car hauler, exposing it to the elements but saving significantly over enclosed shipping, with further savings from booking in advance, choosing terminal-to-terminal, and being flexible with dates, or even driving it yourself for short moves. Compare quotes from several carriers and brokers to find the best deal, especially if you can wait for off-peak times or multi-car loads.