Auto Transport Insights

Driving or hauling for a fleet move? Compare true costs (IRS/BTS), downtime, liability exposure, sustainability, and a 300-mile rule of thumb.

Learn how car auctions work with carriers through managed freight, the workflows that prevent dry runs, and the KPIs that reduce dwell time and fees.

By buying vehicles in states where supply is high and selling into markets where those units are scarce, dealers can increase margins and keep lots full.

High-performing rental fleets treat auto transport as a strategic tool for utilization, not just a cost of doing business. They plan rebalancing and repositioning around real demand patterns, branch constraints, and clear performance metrics.

OEM executives and plant logistics managers judge finished vehicle logistics partners on more than just rates. Plant evacuation efficiency, damage-free delivery ratios, and lead time achievement are the core KPIs that show whether a carrier protects production and brand.

Telecom, cable, fiber, utility, and wind companies move from project to project, and their fleets have to move with them. Instead of caravanning trucks across states, many rely on professional fleet transportation to keep vehicles where work happens while crews focus on the job.

B2B auction logistics hinge on release readiness, pickup speed, and predictable lanes. Prepare gate passes at purchase, disclose condition, and plan for non-runners.

December compresses dealership logistics as promotions and weather tighten delivery windows.

Winter flips demand across the lower 48, with Sun-belt and snow-belt markets peaking simultaneously. Rental operators that pre-position inventory by lane avoid rush premiums and empty lots.