Vehicle Shipping 101 From Haulingdepot.com

A sensible approach to choosing Car Shippers, Auto Transport Services and Vehicle Shipping Companies.

Tuesday, July 25, 2006

Beware of the Instant Auto Transport Quote

We get lots of calls from people who want a car shipping quote now or want a site with an instant quote. The problem is without checking with the actual auto transport carrier or trucking company its highly unlikely top be accurate.

that's why its beneficial to wait 30 -60 minutes to get an accurate quotes as well as the pick up and delivery time of your automobile. Most auto transport companies that deal with the public are auto transport brokers who do not own there own trucks. Carriers are the actual company that will be picking up te vehicle and bringing it to its destination point.

Tuesday, July 18, 2006

Auto Shipping Its That Time!

Yep. If your a student its that time again to start thinking about getting your car back to school. With the price of gas still high it usually makes more sense to have your auto shipped by a professional auto transport company. If you have to move personal household goods now is the time to prepare for that unless you are moving yourself. If you wait until there last minute your car may not arrive on time to its destination and you may pay more for express auto transport. So take a few minutes to get quotes no and prepare. You will save money and be able to focus on school work, and college life!

Thursday, July 06, 2006

Motorcycle shipping

Although the primary focus of this shipping & transport blog is auto transport we are often asked about our motorcycle shippers and the services they offer. One of the first items that comes up on the list is I want my motorcycle transport enclosed. While unlike car movers the majority of all motorcycle transport is enclosed as a given. While there are some carrier who will transport bikes open most of the professional motorcycle shippers only have enclosed transport equipment.

The other question primarily asked is do they have to drain the gas tank for transport. Unless it is being shipped via airplane (international transport or crated) the answer is no. Also crating is only if you want it again international or shipped instead of transported, as it will roll on and roll off the trailer.