It’s not “just” about transporting million-dollar vehicles, but also handling all the bureaucracy and logistics that come with it. This is the core business of RPM Logistic System, a company based in Chiasso, in the canton of Ticino. Founded in March 1982 as RPM (standing for Rapidity, Precision, Goods), the company adopted its current name in 1993, expanding its range of logistics services. However, since 2011, RPM has developed a specialized branch focused on transporting prestigious vintage cars and supercars, quickly earning the trust and appreciation of top international collectors.
The Ticino-based company benefits from a highly trained team accustomed to working with the necessary discretion. These professionals expertly manage, ship—by truck, boat, or plane depending on the needs—and deliver high-value vehicles, including unique models, with the utmost care.
One example is the Ferrari 308 Rainbow from the Asi Bertone collection, shipped by RPM to the recent Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance in California. For vehicles over 75 years old in Italy, which are protected and subject to export regulations, RPM handles the issuance of the necessary permits from the Ministry of Cultural Heritage. RPM’s clientele isn’t limited to collectors; they also include major auction houses, museums, and organizers of special events and concours d’elegance.
Needless to say, these are complex operations—where the transportation itself is perhaps the easiest phase—requiring extensive management, operational planning, and bureaucratic coordination. RPM is accustomed to meticulously studying each vehicle (bodywork, paint, and more) and ensuring it has adequate insurance coverage for the substantial values involved. In both Italy and Switzerland, RPM Logistic System also offers car inspection and registration services.