Car Shipping for Fleet Managers

Any business that has a large fleet of vehicles that they use regularly will eventually have to upgrade their fleet at some point. It can be an expensive business expense, but it's necessary, especially if the company wants to stay relevant and competitive. Some companies will also want to expand their fleet or purchase an entirely new fleet significantly. Whatever the reasons are, you will have to make sure that you can make arrangements with an auto transport company that will minimize your expenses while also providing you with outstanding service. In a business, these cost savings matter significantly.

Here's some advice:

Search for Multiple Companies Online

When you add to your vehicle fleet, you don't just rush into a purchase. You should do a similar amount of research into your chosen motorcar transport company. Go on the internet and do a search for auto hauling companies. Get a list of at least 5. Go on the Better Business Bureau's website at www.bbb.org to check out their consumer reviews.

Remember, the cheapest price is not always the best option. Contact each company directly and let them know of your exact needs, including the number of vehicles that need to be shipped, your required time frame, and your budget constraints and demands. You will also need to let them know the type of vehicles that need to be transported since a large vehicle like a van can cost much more than a regular family sedan.

Get a price quote from each company and see which meets your needs best.

Stick With One Company Only

You should always try to stick with one auto moving company if you can. The reasons include:

• Multi-vehicle Discounts;
• Repeat Customer Discounts;
• Loyalty Programs.

Many companies will offer you a discount if you ship more than one vehicle at a time with them. The discount for each additional vehicle may not be too large, but these savings will add up if you need any vehicles transported.

In addition, many companies also offer repeat customer discounts and loyalty programs. So if for example, you only need to add one vehicle to your fleet, you may not save any money this time, but the next time you do business with that company, you will receive a discount.

Be sure to ask the company about their reward programs and bulk discounts that they can offer you. It would be best if you had a guarantee of such a discount ahead of time, so make sure to get it in writing from them. Most auto transport companies would be happy to have regular customers, as client accounts are something that they cherish since it gives them semi-consistent revenue.

A-1 AT frequently works with fleet managers of all sizes and will work to offer you a competitive rate on your fleet transport needs. Contact us today and speak to one of our customer service representatives for assistance!