Why are the prices I am getting all over the map?

The hardest thing for people researching car moving companies to understand is that the prices they are getting are not hard and fast gaurantees, but rather ESTIMATES of what one company thinks it will take to get a vehicle moved promptly versus another company's opinion of what it will take. Don't be fooled, there are not carriers committed to take your vehicle at these quoted prices, the company you choose will still have to get to work getting a carrier to commit to move it at the price they quote you.

What goes into the prices I am getting quoted?

Your total price breaks down into two parts, the broker's fee (or 'deposit' as everyone calls it) and the carriers fee (your COD amount) Make no mistake about this, EVERYONE YOU ARE GETTING SALES CALLS FROM IS GOING TO BROKER YOUR MOVE. In this industry, there are brokers who try to fool you into thinking that they are the actual carriers and there are an equal amount of carriers who sell themselves on the fact that they have a truck or two but are not being honest about the fact that they broker out 90% of the orders they book. Here is a quick easy way to tell, if a company takes an up front fee, whether they call it a deposit or any other name, they are a broker. Carriers do not take any payment until the vehicle is delivered.

Should I pay a deposit before being given a carriers name and contact info?

In our opinion, you are crazy to do so. Have you ever been paid up front for the work that you perform for your employer? Why would you pay a fee up front when there are reliable and trustworthy companies like ours that won't ask for it until we provide you with your carriers details?

How long does transport take?

The average transit time from pick up to delivery on any vehicle going coast to coast will be between one and two weeks. From there you can figure your transit time based on how far your vehicle is traveling, i.e. from either coast to the Midwest might average 3-7 days.

Breaking Down the Costs of Long-Haul Auto Shipping and Having Your Car Towed

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If you are planning to have your vehicle transported from one place to another, there are a few options to consider. The two most common options are car towing and car shipping. Car towing is when people choose to have their car towed behind a moving truck or moving trailer while car shipping involves hiring a professional auto shipping service to handle the transport of your vehicle. You may be wondering which of these two options is the most cost effective, and the answer might surprise you. Let’s take a closer look at the costs of long distance auto shipping versus towing your vehicle.

At first glance, it might seem like hiring a professional auto transport company would be a much more expensive option. However, when you consider all of the factors, you might find that this price comparison is not so cut and dry. Here are a few important things to consider.

If you plan to tow your vehicle yourself, you will need to rent a dolly or vehicle trailer in order to transport your vehicle. The cost of this rental will vary depending on the rental company, but it can be expensive and in some cases can cost almost as much as auto shipping.
If you are towing your vehicle a long distance yourself, you can expect to drive for several hours and even days if you are moving across the country. When renting a dolly or vehicle trailer from a moving company, customers typically have mileage allowances and a limited number of days to use the equipment. Should you exceed either one due to unforeseen circumstances while driving, you may be expected to pay additional charges.
In addition to the cost of the dolly or vehicle trailer rental, you will also need to factor in other expenses such as gas, lodging, food, and car maintenance at the end of the trip. When you consider these additional expenses, you are likely to find that shipping your car is often cheaper than towing it yourself.

When it comes to considering the cost of transporting your vehicle, you should also consider things like time, convenience, safety, and vehicle protection. When you are moving across the country, your time is very valuable and auto shipping can simplify the process for you, freeing up your time to handle other moving tasks. Furthermore, you can avoid potential damage to your vehicle as well as the risk for accidents, both of which can be extremely costly. In the end, when it comes to moving a car a long distance, shipping is almost always a better choice than towing.