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What the ACERTUS–Fisher Shipping Deal Tells Us About Auto Transport Consolidation

ACERTUS has made seven-plus acquisitions since 2016 without adding trucks. What auto transport consolidation actually changes for shippers and carriers.
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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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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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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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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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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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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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What OEM Leaders Prioritize in Finished Vehicle Logistics and How Asset-Based Carriers Deliver
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.
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A GB Cargo car hauling truck loaded with cars driving through the mountains with windmills in the background.
How Do Telecom and Wind Projects Move Their Fleets Fast—Without Burning Out Their Teams?
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.
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A GB Cargo car hauling truck parked at an car auction.
From Auction to Lot—Done Right for B2B Buyers
B2B auction logistics hinge on release readiness, pickup speed, and predictable lanes. Prepare gate passes at purchase, disclose condition, and plan for non-runners.
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