Detailed Drivers is Mobile's premier black car and chauffeur service — flat-rate transportation for Airbus Americas (A320 Final Assembly Line), Austal USA Navy shipbuilding, Port of Mobile (Alabama State Docks), USA Health, Gulf Shores beach transport, and Mobile Regional Airport (MOB) transfers, available 24/7 with professional chauffeurs and real-time flight tracking.
Detailed Drivers is Mobile's professional black car and chauffeur service, providing flat-rate ground transportation 24/7 across Mobile County, Southwest Alabama, and the Gulf Coast. The company operates Mercedes-Benz S-Class sedans, Cadillac Escalade ESV SUVs, and Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Vans, serving Mobile Regional Airport (MOB), Airbus Americas (2 Airbus Way — only Airbus FAL in North America, 1,200+ direct employees), Austal USA (100 Austal USA Way — Navy LCS/EPF shipbuilding, 4,000 workers), the Port of Mobile (Alabama State Docks, 60M+ tons annually), and Gulf Shores/Orange Beach (50 miles south). Airport transfers from MOB to downtown Mobile start at $38 flat for a sedan; Gulf Shores/Orange Beach is $65 flat. Hourly rates begin at $65 — flat-rate pricing that never surges during Mobile Mardi Gras season. As of 2026, Detailed Drivers serves 30+ U.S. cities. Book at (888) 420-0177.
Car service in Mobile costs $65 per hour for a Mercedes-Benz S-Class sedan and $95 per hour for a Cadillac Escalade ESV, with flat-rate pricing that never surges. MOB airport transfers start at $38 flat.
| Vehicle | Hourly Rate | MOB Airport | Capacity | Min Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz S-Class Sedan | $65/hr | $38 flat | 3 passengers | 2 hr |
| Cadillac Escalade ESV SUV | $95/hr | $58 flat | 6 passengers | 2 hr |
| Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Van | $132/hr | $85 flat | 10–14 passengers | 3 hr |
Mobile has limited rideshare supply for premium vehicles — Uber Black availability at MOB airport and in the port district is unreliable. Professional advance-booking service is the only consistent option for Airbus, Austal, and port executive transport.
| Feature | Detailed Drivers | Uber Black | Lyft Lux |
|---|---|---|---|
| MOB availability | Guaranteed — 24/7 | Limited — often unavailable | Rarely available in Mobile |
| Mardi Gras season | Flat rate — no change | 3–5x surge (parade closures) | Not available during parades |
| Flight tracking | Included — real-time | None | None |
| Meet & greet at MOB | Included | No | No |
| Gulf Shores coverage | $65 flat from downtown | Variable surge + distance | Typically unavailable |
| Airbus / Austal area | Full coverage — all industrial zones | Limited | Unavailable |
| Corporate billing | Centralized invoicing | Personal card only | Personal card only |
Mobile Regional Airport (MOB) at 8400 Airport Blvd handles approximately 1.1 million passengers annually with nonstop service to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL), Charlotte Douglas (CLT), and Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW). Delta, American, and United serve MOB. Most Mobile-bound business travelers connect through Atlanta. MOB is a single-terminal airport — baggage claim is under 10 minutes from gate. Detailed Drivers monitors all MOB arrivals, so if your Delta connection from Atlanta is delayed, your driver knows before you land.
Pickup at MOB: Exit baggage claim through the main terminal doors. The Ground Transportation area is immediately outside. Your Detailed Drivers chauffeur holds a name sign at the curbside pickup zone.
| Route from MOB | Distance | Off-Peak | Rush Hour | Flat Rate (Sedan) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Mobile (Government St) | 12 mi | 15 min | 22–30 min | $38 |
| Airbus Americas FAL (Brookley) | 14 mi | 17 min | 24–32 min | $42 |
| Austal USA Shipyard (Mobile River) | 15 mi | 18 min | 26–35 min | $42 |
| Port of Mobile (State Docks) | 14 mi | 18 min | 25–35 min | $42 |
| Spring Hill / West Mobile | 8 mi | 12 min | 18–25 min | $38 |
| Daphne / Fairhope (Eastern Shore) | 22 mi | 25 min | 35–45 min | $52 |
| Gulf Shores / Orange Beach | 52 mi | 55 min | 70–80 min | $65 |
| Destination | Distance | Drive Time | Route | Flat Rate (Sedan) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pensacola FL (PNS) | 60 mi | 1 hr | I-10 E | $88 |
| New Orleans LA (MSY) | 145 mi | 2 hr 15 min | I-10 W | $175 |
| Montgomery AL (MGM) | 170 mi | 2 hr 30 min | I-65 N | $155 |
| Birmingham AL (BHM) | 250 mi | 3 hr 30 min | I-65 N | $225 |
| Gulf Shores AL | 52 mi | 55 min | I-10 E → SR-59 S | $65 |
| Hattiesburg MS | 90 mi | 1 hr 25 min | I-65 N → US-98 W | $95 |
| Gulfport MS | 130 mi | 2 hr | I-10 W | $145 |
| Tallahassee FL (TLH) | 200 mi | 3 hr | I-10 E | $195 |
3 passengers · 2 bags
$65/hr · MOB from $38
Best for: MOB airport runs, Airbus executive visits, port authority meetings
6 passengers · 6 bags
$95/hr · MOB from $58
Best for: European Airbus delegations, Navy/Austal teams, Gulf Shores family transport
10–14 passengers
$132/hr · MOB from $85
Best for: Airbus supplier groups, Austal workforce, Gulf Shores event shuttles
MOB airport from $38 · Gulf Shores from $65 · No Mardi Gras surge pricing
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