Car Transporter Collection

Car transporter, side view

Ro-Ro PCC Car Transporting Vessel in Southampton Water. Since 1970 the market for exporting and importing cars has increased dramatically and the number and type of RO/ROs has increased also

Cars for export at Cardiff docks 1958. Creator: Unknown
Cars for export at Cardiff docks 1958

Sorting apparatus
Antique illustration of a sorting apparatus

Railway gun
A railway gun, also called a railroad gun, is a large artillery piece, often surplus naval artillery, mounted on, transported by, and fired from a specially designed railway wagon

Illustration of man driving car off car transporter

Vizcaya Bridge, Portugalete
Portugalete is famously known for its transporter bridge. The car ferry is suspended from a frame by wires attached to wheels on tracks above the cabin

Vizcaya Bridge, Portugalete
Portugalete.The city is famously known for the Vizcaya Bridge, a transporter bridge that links Portugalete to the other side of the River NerviAon (Getxo)

Vizcaya Bridge in Black and White, Portugalete, Spain
A Black and White view on the Vizcaya Bridge located in Portugalete, a town near by Bilbao, Vizcaya, Spain. The Vizcaya Bridge was completed in 1893 and designed by Alberto Palacio

Distant view on the Vizcaya Bridge, Portugalete, Spain
A distant view on the Vizcaya Bridge located in Portugalete, a town near by Bilbao, Vizcaya, Spain. The Vizcaya Bridge was completed in 1893 and designed by Alberto Palacio

Vizcaya Bridge between houses in Portugalete, Spain
A view on a part of the Vizcaya Bridge seen from between the houses, located in Portugalete, a town near by Bilbao, Vizcaya, Spain

Car transporters loaded with new cars fuel Chinas ever increasing demand for vehicles
Ashley Cooper / SpecialistStock

All Professionally Made to Order for Quick Shipping

The car transporter, seen from a side view, is an impressive sight. This Ro-Ro PCC Car Transporting Vessel is designed to efficiently transport cars for export at Cardiff docks in 1958. The creator of this remarkable vessel remains unknown, but its purpose is clear - to streamline the process of moving vehicles across vast distances. As we delve deeper into the world of car transportation, we come across various intriguing elements. A sorting apparatus catches our attention, showcasing the meticulous organization required to handle such a massive volume of automobiles. It's fascinating how technology has evolved over time to make this task more efficient and precise. Intriguingly, even railway guns have been utilized as car transporters in history. These colossal machines were repurposed during times of war or crisis when traditional means couldn't meet the demand for vehicle transportation. It serves as a reminder that innovation often arises from unexpected circumstances. An illustration captures the moment when a man confidently drives his car off a towering car transporter. This image symbolizes freedom and independence that owning a vehicle brings - the ability to explore new horizons and embark on exciting adventures. Moving away from land-based transporters, we shift our focus towards architectural marvels like the Vizcaya Bridge in Portugalete, Spain. This iconic structure stands tall between houses and provides breathtaking views both in color and black-and-white photography formats. Lastly, we witness modern-day car transporters loaded with new cars fueling China's ever-increasing demand for vehicles. As one of the largest automobile markets globally, China relies on these specialized vessels to keep up with their population's desire for mobility. From historical innovations to contemporary solutions catering to global demands - it becomes evident that car transporters play an integral role in shaping our society's mobility landscape throughout time.