We Ship Personal Cars from San Jose to Chicago starting from $1,190

We pickup cars from counties around San Jose

Santa Clara, San Francisco, San Benito, Alameda, Merced, Monterey, Santa Cruz, Stanislaus, San Mateo, Contra Costa, San Joaquin.

Shipping my Car from California

• Notify the California DMV

  • Complete a Notice of Transfer and Release of Liability (NRL) online or via mail. This ensures you are no longer held liable for the vehicle's registration fees or any incidents involving the car after you leave California.
  • The NRL form can be completed on the California DMV website.

• Register Your Vehicle in the New State

  Once you move, you’ll need to register your vehicle in your new state and obtain new license plates. The exact process and timeline vary by state, but most require you to complete registration within 30-90 days of establishing residency.

• Keep or Dispose of Your California Plates

  • If the new state requires you to surrender your old plates when registering your vehicle, you can hand them over at the new state's DMV.
  • If not, you can keep your California plates as a souvenir.

About San Jose

• Unicorn Traffic Problems: The tech boom brought unicorn startups-and enough traffic to make your morning commute feel like you're starring in your own personal slow-motion disaster movie.
• High-Tech Traffic Lights: San Jose experimented with "smart" traffic lights that are supposed to reduce traffic jams. Let's just say the lights are smart, but the drivers? That's debatable!
• Tech Capital, Not Great Wi-Fi: Despite being the heart of Silicon Valley, San Jose's public Wi-Fi isn't exactly what you'd expect from the tech capital of the world.
• First High-Rise Debate: Residents have argued over building tall skyscrapers for years, fearing they might block the view of planes landing at the airport - or the mountains in the distance. Priorities!
• It's Always "Chill": San Jose has an average of 300 sunny days a year, but locals still complain when it drops below 60℉-it's their version of "freezing."
• World's Largest Monopoly Board: San Jose has a massive, playable Monopoly board in Guadalupe River Park. You can actually rent oversized dice and hats to play the game. No pressure if you land on Boardwalk!
• It's the Biggest Small City: San Jose is the 10th-largest city in the U.S., but somehow still feels like a collection of neighborhoods with small-town vibes.
• Garlic Rules Nearby: Just down the road in Gilroy, the "Garlic Capital of the World", San Jose residents can smell the Garlic Festival from miles away. It's their version of aromatherapy!

San Jose is a quirky, sunny, tech-filled city that embraces its unique charm and eccentricities. If you're in town, there's always something to laugh about!

Cars delivered to counties around Chicago

DuPage, Kankakee, Cook, Lake, Kane, Newton, LaPorte, McHenry, Kendall, Porter, Will, Grundy, Kenosha, Berrien.

Car Registration and Driver's License When Moving to Illinois

For more detailed information and specific requirements, visit the official Illinois Secretary of State website.

1. Car Registration

When you move to Illinois, you must register your vehicle within 30 days of establishing residency.

• Required Documents:
  • Proof of Illinois residency (e.g., utility bill, lease agreement).
  • Your vehicle title or proof of ownership.
  • Proof of insurance in Illinois.
  • Identification (e.g., Illinois driver's license).
• Where to Register:

  You can register your vehicle at any Illinois Secretary of State (SOS) facility or online if you are eligible.

• Registration Fees:
  • Passenger vehicles: $151 for a standard registration (as of 2025).
  • Additional fees may apply based on vehicle type, weight, and other factors.

Fun Facts About Chicago

• Birthplace of the Skyscraper: Chicago is home to the world’s first skyscraper, built in 1885. Today, the city boasts some of the tallest buildings in the U.S., including Willis Tower.
• The Windy City Myth: Chicago’s nickname, “The Windy City,” isn’t just about the weather - it originally referred to the city’s boastful politicians in the 19th century.
• Deep-Dish Pizza Origin: Chicago is famous for inventing deep-dish pizza, a deliciously thick and cheesy pie first created in 1943.
• The River That Runs Backward: In a remarkable engineering feat, the Chicago River’s flow was reversed in 1900 to improve sanitation and prevent pollution from entering Lake Michigan.
• World’s Only Free Zoo: The Lincoln Park Zoo, founded in 1868, is one of the oldest zoos in the U.S. and is completely free to visit.
• Route 66 Begins Here: The historic U.S. Route 66, also known as the “Mother Road,” starts in downtown Chicago and stretches all the way to California.
• Home of the First Ferris Wheel: The world’s first Ferris wheel was built for the 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition in Chicago. It was designed to rival the Eiffel Tower.
• Chicago River Dyed Green: Every year on St. Patrick’s Day, the Chicago River is dyed bright green, a tradition dating back to 1962.
• More Bridges Than Any City: Chicago has over 200 bridges, more than any other city in the world, allowing boats to pass beneath the busy streets.
• First Televised U.S. Presidential Debate: The first-ever televised presidential debate took place in Chicago in 1960 between John F. Kennedy and Richard Nixon.

From towering skyscrapers to deep-dish pizza, Chicago is a city full of history, innovation, and vibrant culture. Whether you’re exploring Millennium Park or cruising down Route 66, there’s always something fascinating about the Windy City!