Understanding Direct Auto Transport

Direct auto transport, also known as door-to-door service is a convenient method of having your car picked up or delivered to your address. The opposite of this method is the terminal to terminal. Understanding this method will help you make the right choice for your shipment. The door-to-door service has various benefits. But first, let’s see how it works. There are three options available for direct hauling.

Open Air

This is an ideal option for moving several cars at an affordable cost. Usually, they are loaded on trailers and are visible from the outside while in transit. About 90% of autos in the United States are hauled through this method. Generally, it is a safe method for both old and new vehicles. You may have it delivered through;

• Bottom load: your car is moved to the lowest deck with other above it. The main concern for this hauling is that it is prone to damage due to road debris and leaks. However, it will be fairly sheltered from the sun, heavy rain, the wind, and tree branches.
• Top load: this is a preferred option for many new owners. It is placed at the topmost level of the trailer. If you are concerned about road debris and leaks, you may request the top load option. This service usually comes at an extra cost as the trucker has to rearrange the trailer to accommodate your preferences. However, it could still be affected by the snow, sun, tree branches, or falling objects.

Enclosed Method

With this option, your auto is covered with a canvas, vinyl, or a container while in transit. Cars using this service are sheltered from the rain, the sun, road debris, and public eyes. This option is premium and mostly preferred for luxurious and high-end cars. Statistics show that there is an annual theft amounting to half a million vehicles in the United States. You might want to offer your high-value extra protection.

Flatbed

Lastly, under direct delivery, you may use a flatbed truck. Here the trailer is flat without side walls or a roof. Autos are easily loaded and unloaded from the truck. This is an ideal method when you are hauling a small vehicle such as a motorbike or a car. It is also good for heavy loads.

Why Direct Hauling?

When it is picked up and delivered at your preferred location, you:

• Enjoy the convenience. You do not have to drive to a terminal. As a result, you do not have to take another vehicle to deliver or pick up.
• Meet the driver who will be hauling. You will personally talk to your driver about your concerns and get their contact. This is important for your peace of mind.
• See how it is loaded onto the carrier as well as see how our auto will be moved.
• Avoid transferring from one carrier to another. If you are concerned about it being handled by multiple carriers, you will love the door-to-door service.
• Track it from the pickup to the location
• Delivery of a wide range. These automobiles can be small, large, standard, and luxurious vehicles.

When to Use It?

As we have seen it might be the ideal service you need. But is it for everyone? Here are the conditions best for the door-to-door:

• Major cities. The door-to-door service is ideal in metropolitan towns because of their large population and wide streets. A driver moves around picking up or dropping it. This service can only make sense if many clients are moving. And large cities are just the place with a high demand. Secondly, the developed infrastructure in the metropolitan towns makes movement easy. As such, the driver does his job faster.
• Cost. As you can guess, the convenience of the method comes at an extra cost. When your mover comes to collect or drop it, they use their fuel and time. This is billed to you.

It is convenient and offers your other benefits as listed above. If you would like to go with this option, visit our site and book today.