Estero Car Shipping Company, FL

Safe And Reliable Auto Transport Services With A-1 Auto Transport

Estero is one of the best residential areas to live in Lee County, Florida. The incorporated village, with a population of 36,939 according to the 2020 census, is part of the Cap-Fort Myers metropolitan statistical area. The area is home to Hertz Arena, which hosts home games for the Cape Cora-Fort Myers ice hockey team.

Thinking of relocating your car to Estero, and you're torn between driving or shipping it? This guide seeks to unpark both options and help you make an informed decision.

Estero Auto Transport Pricing & Time To Ship Your Car Examples

*Prices and times are estimated. They can vary depending on the season and what type of vehicle you are shipping.

Should I Ship or Drive My Car?

Choosing whether to drive or ship a car to your new home depends on your needs and how you gauge the advantages and disadvantages of each. Your choice will determine whether or not you will have a successful transport experience.

Here is a list of factors to consider when deciding whether to ship or drive your car:

Consider The Distance

The distance between your location and destination is important when deciding whether to drive or ship a car. Use third-party websites like Google Map to get the distance to your destination. You should also know the topography, traffic patterns, and roadside amenities of the route to your destination.

Apart from distance, it's also important to consider the safety of the route you intend to take. Once you have the distance, take considerations of the following details;

• The quantity and cost of fuel required to complete the journey
• Specific road tolls on the routes you will take to arrive at your destination
• Safety and travel time
• Road jams

Knowing all this information is critical to helping you make an informed decision on whether to drive or ship your car.

Time To Be Spent on The Road

Long-distance driving may take days or weeks. Remember, you will need to make frequent stops to fuel, eat and rest to ensure your trip is safe. Driving long distances without rest stops poses a huge risk to you and other road users. On average, you will take seven to ten days to drive a 1000 miles distance.

On the other hand, car shipping takes longer. For instance, shipping a car across the country could take up to 20 to 30 days. However, car shipping allows you to continue your daily activities as your car is shipped. It is an appropriate transport option, especially when you have commitments. One or two days before the car arrives at the destination, you can take a faster and safer means of transport.

Driving is the better option when you need your car relocated as soon as possible. But shipping is better if you're looking for a convenient option. Car shipping relieves you from the stresses associated with relocating to a new place.

Consider The Cost

You want a transport option that is within your budget. Take your time to compare the cost of shipping and the cost of driving. When computing the cost of driving, you must consider the cost of fuel, parking, accommodation, refreshments, and road tolls. You also must consider vehicle maintenance because of the wear and tear of long-distance driving. You cannot rule out the possibility of a flat tire or engine problems leading to additional expenses.

Regarding the shipping cost, most shipping companies consider the car's type, weight, and size when calculating it. Other factors influencing the shipping rates include auto shipping options, insurance cover, fuel prices, and pickup/delivery options. When you provide all this information to the shipping company's quote form, you will get the estimated shipping cost to your destination.

Undoubtedly, the cost of shipping is higher than the cost of driving. However, driving has too many uncertainties, and you could spend more than expected. Factors out of your control like harsh weather conditions, road jams, and engine problems could lengthen your time on the road. But the number of days spent on the road does not affect the shipping cost. A reputable car transport company should not have too many unexplained additional costs.

Prioritize Safety

Whether you opt to ship or drive your car, safety is a critical consideration. Consider factors like heavy rains, icy roads, thunderstorms, snowfall, and extremely high or low temperatures. Similarly, your decision should be influenced by events such as traffic jams, car thefts, and road accidents.

Car shipping could minimize the possibility of wear and tear on your car and avoid harsh weather conditions and accidents. Auto carrier trucks used for shipping are huge and less susceptible to accidents or theft. Plus, your car is fully insured throughout the shipping process. Drivers that facilitate these trucks have abundant experience in long-distance driving.

For additional protection in car shipping, you can choose an enclosed carrier and a door-to-door service. An enclosed carrier truck will not expose your car to the outside environment, while the door-to-door service will ensure the shipping company picks up and ships your car to your destination of choice.

Professional Estero Car Transport With A-1 Auto Transport

Now that you have adequate knowledge about car shipping choosing the right transporter should not be much of a problem. A-1 Auto Transport is one of the companies you consider to move your car to Estero. We boast over three decades of experience and expertise and have the right equipment to provide auto transport services to all types of automobiles.

We have a user-friendly website with all the required information about car shipping indicated on it. A-1 Auto Transport's quote is free and does not require you to provide any of your personal information.

Fill out our non-obligatory quote form to start the process of shipping your car to Estero.

Neighborhood Areas We Serve

Our auto transport services are proud to help with your move in any of the neighborhoods you see below. And if you don't see your neighborhood listed here, don't worry because we can most likely service it.

Includes ZIP codes:

33928, 33967