Do you need a car transport service to move your vehicle over a long distance in Australia? Truckit.net can help! We are an online freight marketplace that connects transport providers with customers looking to move anything, anywhere. So if you’re looking for intrastate or interstate car transport look no further. We have created the following guide to help you better understand the ins and outs of vehicle transport.
Car transport services are a good alternative for people who cannot drive their car long distances for any number of reasons. Transport companies take the hassle out of moving your vehicle as they are able to pick up and deliver straight to your door. However, they also offer the ability to choose depot-to-depot services for a lower cost. Once your car is picked up it is then loaded onto either a car carrier, sea, air or rail freight carrier and taken to your required destination. Transit times differ depending on the distance to the delivery location and therefore it can take anywhere from a few days to a few weeks to be delivered.
Long-distance and interstate car transport costs vary depending on a number of factors. These include the size of the vehicle, as smaller cars take up less space on the carrier and therefore have cheaper rates than large SUVs and Utes. Another variable that affects cost is distance, as generally, the further the car has to travel, the more expensive the transport. However, it should be noted that this is not always the case, if the collection or delivery locations are rural they can often be more expensive than a trip between major cities. This can be the case even if the distance between the cities is more than between the remote areas. Finally, the type of truck you would like your vehicle to be shipped in will also affect the price. The most common method for transport is an open car carrier, however, if you are shipping a classic or luxury car you may want to consider an enclosed car service to ensure your vehicle is protected from the elements and road debris. Your car may also be transported via a rail or sea service. Air freight can also be used however, this is usually reserved for luxury vehicles that need to be shipped overseas and is often a costly method of transport. The method of transport should be stated when you receive a quote and it is always good practice to confirm this with the company you book with.
Consideration should also be made towards transit insurance prior to booking your transport. As the unexpected can occur at any point in the shipping process, it is important to ensure your vehicle is covered. While most major car carriers offer insurance with their service, not all transport operators offer this. If booking on our platform Truckit.net, we recommend that all customers read the terms and conditions of their quote carefully and liaise with providers to confirm if this is an option. We have also partnered with National Transport Insurance to give our customers the chance of adding an insurance premium to their transit quote and this option will be available at checkout.
The process of arranging car transport is easier than you might think! The first step is finding a transport company - which is where we come in. The days of calling a dozen different transport businesses to get a quote are over. With Truckit.net all you need to do is to create a listing and activate it. Your listing will then be visible to our network of transport providers, many of which are specialised car movers interstate, who will supply you with quotes if they can do the job. From there you just need to choose a provider. As we have over 6000 transport providers accredited with us this can be a bit of a daunting task. However, the main things you should look for when making this decision are Price, Reviews and Communication.
Once you book there is not much else you need to do, depending on the service level you choose. If you select a depot-to-depot service you will need to drop your vehicle off at the depot location and from there the transport company will load your vehicle and it will be shipped to its destination. However, if you choose a door-to-door service the provider will pick up directly from your residence and the car will then be on its way, ready to be delivered straight to your door. The final steps after your car has been successfully shipped are to confirm delivery, give your transport provider a review and then you’re done!
Interested in finding car movers interstate with Truckit.net? Get a quote to transport your vehicle today!
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