It often happens that a customer avails himself of a service without realizing they had any choice about it. There may be so many issues to consider, the most vital of which is the estimated price and reliability, that you might never think of the existence of multiple carrier types. The trucks offered by any sensibly sized company are not merely great big trucks or trailers hauling a bunch of cars. The owner who would rather not drive endless miles by himself and who will have his car shipped safely had better have some notion of the technical differences between the various methods offered by standard companies.
We are not concentrating here on air and water shipping as that is a different subject entirely. The focus is on domestic shipping most commonly over land, in either an open or closed vehicle carrier. The most common and least expensive type of carrier is the open one. These vehicles carry about a dozen vehicles, are reliable and can be operated without any specialized training, keeping in mind that the exact reason and particulars of the transport are known to both carrier company and customer. A better option for long-distance hauling is the closed-type carrier. Cars on open carriers are subjected to dirt, weather conditions, not to mention vandalism and/or theft, which brings up the point that closed carriers may be the best choice for short distance hauling as well, else that gorgeous platinum Corvette may end its journey resembling pond scum. Of course you are absolutely sure that your vehicle is covered by insurance, preferably the policy of the auto carrier, but even so, settlement is such a nuisance.
Naturally, owners of rare, expensive or vintage cars are more aware of the closed carrier option than those of us with normal, everyday cars. But the folks with Fords and Chevys should also consider this as an option, even though a more expensive one. The extra expense is partially due to the smaller capacity of the open carrier.
So, it boils down to cost, open transport being the more economical means of transportation. Driving your car yourself can actually be more expensive than an open carrier, especially if you are driving a gas guzzler. But also consider wear on the car, possible repairs, weather damage, not to mention differing state traffic laws.
An open auto transport truck is hardly an uncommon sight which is testimony not only to its popularity but its reliability. Such trucks are around 80 feet long by-- feet high and are restricted to only those roads capable of handling them, those without low bridges, sharp turns, or overhanging tree branches. Factories trust these vehicles routinely to transport their finished products to show rooms and lots.
Open transport is likely to be more flexible in its options, offer convenient time-frames and perks. Open-carrier customers have the option of shipping their car on the top rack (further away from thieves and vandals) or even in tow behind the truck (perhaps further away from hostile natural elements).
We are not concentrating here on air and water shipping as that is a different subject entirely. The focus is on domestic shipping most commonly over land, in either an open or closed vehicle carrier. The most common and least expensive type of carrier is the open one. These vehicles carry about a dozen vehicles, are reliable and can be operated without any specialized training, keeping in mind that the exact reason and particulars of the transport are known to both carrier company and customer. A better option for long-distance hauling is the closed-type carrier. Cars on open carriers are subjected to dirt, weather conditions, not to mention vandalism and/or theft, which brings up the point that closed carriers may be the best choice for short distance hauling as well, else that gorgeous platinum Corvette may end its journey resembling pond scum. Of course you are absolutely sure that your vehicle is covered by insurance, preferably the policy of the auto carrier, but even so, settlement is such a nuisance.
Naturally, owners of rare, expensive or vintage cars are more aware of the closed carrier option than those of us with normal, everyday cars. But the folks with Fords and Chevys should also consider this as an option, even though a more expensive one. The extra expense is partially due to the smaller capacity of the open carrier.
So, it boils down to cost, open transport being the more economical means of transportation. Driving your car yourself can actually be more expensive than an open carrier, especially if you are driving a gas guzzler. But also consider wear on the car, possible repairs, weather damage, not to mention differing state traffic laws.
An open auto transport truck is hardly an uncommon sight which is testimony not only to its popularity but its reliability. Such trucks are around 80 feet long by-- feet high and are restricted to only those roads capable of handling them, those without low bridges, sharp turns, or overhanging tree branches. Factories trust these vehicles routinely to transport their finished products to show rooms and lots.
Open transport is likely to be more flexible in its options, offer convenient time-frames and perks. Open-carrier customers have the option of shipping their car on the top rack (further away from thieves and vandals) or even in tow behind the truck (perhaps further away from hostile natural elements).
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