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WHAT ARE THE DIFFERENT TYPES
OF CAR SHIPPING EQUIPMENT
FLAT BED CAR HAULER
The flatbed is the top choice for local transportation with distances less than 100 miles and provides unmatched flexibility when handling inoperable cars and maneuvering in tight places. Also called roll-backs, these units are most likely to be seen on the freeways responding to accidents and can be used to load cars into containers or onto bigger trailers. Most are equipped with
chains but few utilize straps to protect the vehicles from damage.
FLAT BED CAR HAULER
The flatbed is the top choice for local transportation with distances less than 100 miles and provides unmatched flexibility when handling inoperable cars and maneuvering in tight places. Also called roll-backs, these units are most likely to be seen on the freeways responding to accidents and can be used to load cars into containers or onto bigger trailers. Most are equipped with
chains but few utilize straps to protect the vehicles from damage.
OPEN CAR HAULERS
Open auto transport a common method of transporting vehicles where cars are loaded onto an open trailer and transported to their destination. Typically, this is a more cost-effective option as it allows for more vehicles to be transported at once, but it does expose the vehicle to the elements and potential road debris.
OPEN CAR HAULERS
Open auto transport a common method of transporting vehicles where cars are loaded onto an open trailer and transported to their destination. Typically, this is a more cost-effective option as it allows for more vehicles to be transported at once, but it does expose the vehicle to the elements and potential road debris.
There are different types of open car haulers:
2-3 Car Haulers
Trailers are pulled by 1-ton dually trucks and commercial driver license is not required.
4-6 Car Haulers
One of the most versatile type of trailers and come in many configurations. This configuration is usually used by regional haulers.
7-8 Car Haulers
One of the most flexible type of trailer because it doesn’t require any modifications to the truck but is as simple as attaching a trailer. This is ofter the preferred method for owner-operators as it gives them the flexibility of quickly attaching a different trailer.
9-10 Car Haulers
One the most common car haulers requires special modification to the truck. Normally 3 cars are placed on the truck while the remainder are loaded onto the trailer.
ENCLOSED CAR HAULERS
Enclosed auto transport involves loading the vehicle onto a closed trailer that protects it from the outside elements and road debris. This method provides the highest level of protection for your vehicle. Because some enclosed trailers offer an option for a lift-gate, shipping cars that are low to the ground is much easier with less likelihood of damage. Enclosed trailers also carry much higher cargo coverage to protect the cars that are transported. See our enclosed trailer page for additional information.
ENCLOSED CAR HAULERS
Enclosed auto transport involves loading the vehicle onto a closed trailer that protects it from the outside elements and road debris. This method provides the highest level of protection for your vehicle. Because some enclosed trailers offer an option for a lift-gate, shipping cars that are low to the ground is much easier with less likelihood of damage. Enclosed trailers also carry much higher cargo coverage to protect the cars that are transported. See our enclosed trailer page for additional information.
