Auto Transport Insights

The OEM Summer Shutdown in 2026. Diesel at $5.40 Meets a Time-Shifted Freight Trough

The OEM summer shutdown isn't a freight off-switch. The trough lags production by a week or two, colliding with diesel still elevated after the 2026 Iran shock.
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An empty car hauling truck in an empty paring lot of a OEM.
A illustration of a magazine. Half is a auction hummer and another half is a auto hauling truck.
How Vehicle Transportation Works in the B2B Auto Auction Ecosystem
Discover how auction transport really works — title timing, condition documentation, dispatch logistics, and what to verify before you book a carrier.
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A car hauling truck picks up cars for dealership on an OEM parking lot.
Is a Direct Carrier Relationship Worth It for Your Dealership?
Brokers or direct carriers — the right answer depends on your lanes. Here’s how dealership ops directors should think through the decision.
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3D US map pf main one-way renal corridors.
From Inventory Drift to Planned Repositioning: The Car Hauler's Role in One-Way Rental Logistics
One-way rentals create predictable fleet imbalances. Learn how car hauling companies help rental operators reposition vehicles efficiently — and what to look for in a hauling partner.
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3D Illustration of "Bait & Switch" problem.
Why Does Bait and Switch Still Happen in B2B Auto Transportation?
Bait-and-switch persists in B2B auto transport because it exploits urgency and limited visibility—especially 24–48 hours before pickup.
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GB Cargo car hauling trucks parked in the with a beautiful sunset in the backround.
Which Equipment Type Should OEMs Require From Finished-Vehicle Carriers?
Learn which carrier equipment specs OEMs should require—securement, air-ride, fleet age, capacity fit, tracking, and service recovery.
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A GB Cargo car hauling truck loaded with cars during fleet relocation
Driving Fleet Vehicles vs. Professional Car Hauling for Business Relocations
Driving or hauling for a fleet move? Compare true costs (IRS/BTS), downtime, liability exposure, sustainability, and a 300-mile rule of thumb.
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A GB Cargo car hauling truck loaded with cars, parked at a rest area.
Do Car Auctions Work Directly With Car Hauling Carriers or Through Managed Freight?
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.
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A GB Cargo car hauling truck loaded with cars.
How Small Dealerships Grow Faster by Buying and Selling Cars Out of State
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.
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Two GB Cargo's car hauling truck loaded with cars.
What High-Performing Rental Fleets Have in Common in Their Auto Transport Programs
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.
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