AMERIFREIGHT Auto Transporters - We Move What Moves You
| Essential Guide: Choose the Best Auto Transport Company to Ship Your Car | |
| What to consider | What you need to avoid when shipping your vehicle |
| BBB rating | auto transporters that have less than an A rating with the BBB |
| AFta Gap protection | no protection if damage is detected within 48 hours after delivery |
| Don’t believe all reviews | car shipping companies that compensate for reviews |
| Informative website | websites with only a quote page and very little industry information |
| Don’t pay anything upfront | auto shippers that want deposits paid in advance when you place your order |
| Promises and Guarantees | transporters giving you unrealistic promises & guarantees just to take your order |
| Explain it all | vehicle movers that sound to good to be true. Let them explain their process in detail |
| Use a broker | shipping direct with a carrier – You have no recourse if you have issues and damages |
| Do your homework | making a quick decision. Do research and decide who you can trust |
| Its not just the price | choosing the company that does a bait and switch. The rate has to be realistic |
AmeriFreight is accredited and highly rated with the BBB. We offer REAL Discount car shipping rates and Comprehensive Auto Transport Protection with the AFta PLAN. Don't ship your car till you give us a call. We want to earn your Trust.
BBB accredited auto transport reviews. Most and best reviews on Google
Reviews and accreditation's are the most important considerations for consumers. Do some research with the Better Business Bureau (BBB) and Google and check reviews from previous customers. A reliable and dependable auto transport company should at least be accredited with the BBB and have a high rating (A or higher). The BBB is a great independent business reliability evaluation board for auto transporters. Most auto transport reviews sites receive some type of compensation for their services from companies. This means that reviewed companies sometimes pay for their rankings. Shipping your vehicle should be with a car shipping company you can trust.
How Much Does it Cost to Ship a Car?
The right quote is not always completely predictable. The cost ranges from around $495 to $1,300 on average to ship a sedan in running condition on an open carrier. Factors that may affect the cost includes, but are not limited to the distance, vehicle’s condition (operable/non-operable), size and how soon you want it shipped.
Car shipping cost - State to State Auto Transport Companies
Vehicle shipments to California (CA), Florida (FL), New York (NY) and Texas (TX) are the most busy routes. Other states like Georgia (GA), Virginia (VA), Washington (WA), Massachusetts (MA), Ohio (OH), South Carolina (SC), North Carolina (NC), and Arizona (AZ) are also popular. The remaining states are less in demand and therefore have less carriers supporting those routes. Use our Rate Calculator to get an estimate on how much it will cost to ship your car.
Auto transport Carrier or Broker?
To ship a car without a broker is a calculated risk. The Auto Transport industry is regulated by using brokers to ensure that customers are not exploited by questionable Car Shipping Carriers. Auto Transport Brokers have been given the task to help and educate consumers to ensure that their carriers are licensed with the DOT and insured. Without a broker, consumers may run the risk of using an unreliable, uninsured and illegal carrier, which more often than not may leave one with a damaged vehicle and no form of recourse.
Car Shipping Insurance - Gap coverage
It is true for all car shipping companies, including AmeriFreight, that your car will be 100% covered by a carrier’s insurance while it is loaded onto a truck. Unfortunately, what most brokers will not tell you is that often times there are exclusions with insurance. In some instances, a carrier’s insurance may fail to pay for damages to your vehicle, leaving you in a situation where you must revert to your own personal vehicle insurance. Consider auto transport companies that offer gap protection through the AFta PLAN. No car shipment should be without it and every car shipper should reconsider any company that do not offer gap protection for shipping vehicles.
Discount Auto Shipping - How can we save you money?
AmeriFreight will fight for the best rate for our customer. We will negotiate on your behalf, starting with the lowest possible acceptance rate and try our best to get your rate lower than the average current market rate. Our carriers know we still want superior service as we not only provide them shipments they need, but we treat them with the same professional dignity and respect we do for our customers.
The best company for shipping a car
Check the reputation of the auto transporters that you have received estimates form. Google reviews and the BB are the best resources.
Amerifreight Car Shipping Guide
The process of shipping your vehicle can be scary, to say the least. But, in reality, it is not as complicated as you might think. Your vehicle may be your second largest investment. Make sure you can trust your auto transport partner. Make sure your vehicle is clean. Consider gap Protection to ensure you are covered if damage is discovered. Take photographs before and after delivery. Make sure you receive an inspection sheet (Bill of Lading) at the pickup and delivery locations. Don't pay anything upfront until you have approved the carrier for pickup, Leave a review of your car shipping experience.
“Good To Knows” of Door-to-door Auto Shipping
Auto shipping companies have pricing structures that include the distance, time frame, time of year and weight of car. Auto brokers consider the following, when estimating the cost to transport your auto: 1. Current location of the vehicle and the intended destination 2. Time frame – do you need to ship your vehicle urgently or do you have a little time to get your auto broker to find the best price 3. Fuel costs – most shippers use diesel, when the price of diesel increases, so do shipping costs. Ship your vehicle quickly if there is a drop in diesel price; 4. Whether you require door-to-door or terminal-to-terminal pick up and delivery 5. If you wish to ship your car enclosed or in an open carriage.
Shipping Your Vehicle - Understanding the Process
Moving from one state to another IS ALWAYS a stressful experience. The effort to find a national shipping company is not only stressful, but it can cause frustration, anger and despair. There are so many unknown factors to consider before handing over your keys to an unknown entity, trusting that they will take care of your vehicle. Some people believe that going direct with a transport shipping company is best. Many believe that removing the “middle-man” out saves money. In reality, a reputable car shipping broker will negotiate the best possible rate for you. They know the dependable shipping companies that will get your car delivered safe and sound. And they will “hold your hand” from the beginning of the process to the very end. You are buying peace of mind.
Amerifreight Our Review Policy:
AmeriFreight is a leader in the auto transportation industry, and to get there, we listened to feedback from our customers. Although we have done so in the past, we do not offer any form of compensation for reviews. Reviews play an extremely important part in helping us to improve our customer service. To make sure customers do not feel any way obliged to leave good reviews, we do not compensate for reviews.
