For most people, relocating to New York City means a new apartment, a new commute, and a steep learning curve on the subway system. For sports broadcaster Bridget Condon, it meant all of that plus a new job, a toddler in tow, and 2,500 miles between her old life and her new one.

Bridget recently made the move from Los Angeles to New York to join Front Office Sports Tonight as the show’s New York Correspondent, covering the cultural, entertainment, and business stories shaping the sports world. It’s a big career move — and a significant logistical undertaking.

“This move is a major new chapter for our family. I’m looking forward to being closer to family on the East Coast, exploring the area with our daughter and taking advantage of new professional opportunities in New York. After five years in Los Angeles, it’s exciting, and a little surreal, to experience a completely different pace of life.”

A new city, a new job, and a 17-month-old along for the ride. The only question was how to make it all work.

Every move comes with a long checklist of tasks and responsibilities. It's hard to keep track of everything, let alone figuring out what to do with the car. That’s exactly what cross-country car shipping is for—taking one significant item off the list so you can focus on everything else. For Bridget, it meant she and her family could fly to New York and start settling in while Montway handled the driving.

“A cross-country move is already overwhelming, and doing it with a toddler adds another layer. We were coordinating movers, travel, work, childcare and the timing of all our belongings arriving. Figuring out how to get our car from Los Angeles to the New York area was one more major logistical piece, so being able to hand that responsibility over was extremely helpful.”

Handing over the keys to something as valuable as a car isn’t always easy, especially when you’re in the middle of one of the biggest moves of your life. Bridget recalled how she felt before Montway picked up her car: "I was a little nervous. You’re handing over something valuable and trusting that it will make it safely from one coast to the other.”

A little pre-shipment nerves are normal, and the good news is that they don’t last long. “Once the car was picked up, though, it was a relief knowing that part of the move was officially underway and we didn’t have to make the cross-country drive ourselves.”

That shift from nervousness to relief is something a lot of first-time shippers experience. After seeing her car safely loaded for transport and receiving updates during its shipment, Bridget felt at ease. 

New York’s public transit is world-class, but for a family with a toddler, going car-free wasn’t a realistic option. The flexibility that comes with having your own vehicle takes on a different weight when you’re navigating a new city with a young child and family scattered across the region.

It’s a reminder that shipping a car isn’t just about convenience during the move itself, it’s about being set up for daily life when you arrive at your destination.

Bridget didn’t make the decision quickly. She compared options, asked questions, and looked for a company that could give her a clear picture of what to expect.

“I researched several options before deciding. I ultimately chose Montway because it is an established company, the process was straightforward and the pricing was competitive. With so many moving pieces, I wanted to work with a company that regularly handles cross-country shipments and could clearly explain what to expect.”

Transparency and reliability matter most when the stakes are high. For a cross-country move with a tight timeline, those qualities aren’t optional.

Bridget’s experience shipping with Montway gave her a practical perspective she’s happy to pass along. Whether you’re a first-time shipper or just haven’t done it in a while, a little preparation goes a long way.

“I would tell them to research the company, ask questions upfront and make sure they understand the pickup and delivery windows. I would also recommend removing all personal belongings, taking thorough photos and videos of both the exterior and interior before pickup, and doing another careful inspection immediately at delivery. Shipping a car can make a cross-country move significantly easier, but documenting its condition is an important step.”

It’s straightforward advice and it applies whether you’re moving across two states or two time zones.

Whether you’re relocating for a new job or just need to get your vehicle from one coast to the other, Montway makes the process simple and stress-free. Learn more about how auto transport works or get started with a free instant quote.