The Best Rates For Ohio Auto Transport In The US

The Buckeye State once boasted America's very first traffic light, and autotransporterrates.com takes pride in offering Ohio auto shipping services to the most dedicated drivers in the nation. Whether you need to ship a single vehicle, transport a collection, or take that new online vehicle purchase from dream to driveway, we can work with you to devise the ideal shipping solution for your needs. Every delivery driver in our nationwide network is fully licensed, and their transport trucks are equipped with real time GPS tracking so you can track the progress of your shipment along the way. When you need the best service at the right price, let our partner carriers compete for your business with the lowest rate. Call our customer service department at 866-446-9143 to learn more about Ohio automotive shipping through autotransporterrates.com, or enter your information into the form to compare ten free quotes from our top contractors.

Your auto transport needs can greatly increase or decrease the cost of having your car or truck shipped. You can save significantly by choosing an open rather than an enclosed transport. Every day auto dealerships safely receive vehicles from open car carrier trailers. To save money we highly recommend this option unless of course you are shipping an irreplaceable luxury, high end sports car, or antique vehicle. Other important cost factors include the size, weight and type of car or truck. The body type such as convertible, pickup truck, kingcab pickup, full size pickup and crew cab truck you are shipping can also impact your rate. Usually the larger the vehicle the more it will cost to ship. If your vehicle has any non-standard accessories that have altered its size, this can also increase the cost of shipping. Listed below are some of the accessories that may increase cost of your shipment.

• Trailer hitch
• Nerf bars
• Lift kits
• Oversized antennas
• Side steps
• Grill guards
• Camper trailers
• Extended side mirrors
• 4 wheel drive

Ohio auto transport rates are computed per mile and regularly fluctuate in direct relation to fuel prices. You can typically reduce your rate by dropping off your vehicle at a freight terminal and then picking it up from another freight terminal near your delivery address. If you require or prefer door to door pickup/delivery keep in mind that both the pickup and delivery addresses must be accessible to full sized trucks. If your vehicle is inoperable it can still be shipped open transport but as this increases time and labor for the carrier it will cost a lot more. You must inform the carrier company in advance if your vehicle has any operational defects. How you choose to pay your bill may also affect your final rate. Some carriers prefer COD but most will accept credit card payments as well. If you intend to settle your invoice by check it is important to arrange this with the shipper beforehand.

• Shipping Schedule - Moderate Impact
• Fuel Cost - Moderate Impact
• Door to Door - Major Impact
• Vehicle Accessories - Moderate Impact
• Inoperable - Major Impact
• Pick-up Location - Minor Impact
• Open or Enclosed - Major Impact
• Terminal to Terminal - Major Impact
• Dropoff Location - Minor Impact

Regardless of the above factors our associate partners will work to get you the lowest rate for your Ohio car or truck transport. You will receive 10 free auto shipping quotes from our partner carriers that will best coordinate to both your price range and delivery schedule. Our trusted partner's quotes are always among the best rates you will find in the auto transport business. Let us exceed your expectations and get your quotes right now. Simply fill in the form or call us at 1-800-590-6492 to get started today.

Careful preparation is the most effective way to prevent any issues with your Ohio vehicle delivery. If your vehicle is inoperable or partially inoperable it can still be shipped although the extra logistics, time, and labor will be reflected in your rate. You MUST inform the carrier of any such defects BEFORE you arrange your shipping schedule. Typically a pick-up driver that arrives without prior knowledge that a vehicle is inoperative will refuse to take possession of that vehicle. Always verify that both your pickup and delivery addresses are accurate. Do not utilize your vehicle as a secondary shipping container. Weight is an important calculation in determining your rate and personal belongings are usually not insured. Also leave no more than a quarter tank of fuel in your vehicle.

When your vehicle is picked up you will complete a bill of lading. It is extremely important to complete this document accurately. You and the driver will inspect your vehicle and document any damage to the vehicle, such as paint scratches, dents, broken windshields, etc. When your vehicle is delivered be sure that you or your authorized representative, carefully check the entire vehicle prior to signing the bill of lading. Failing to do this can make it very difficult if not impossible to process a claim against the driver or shipping company. We carefully choose the best auto shipping carriers in the business but should any unexpected issue or problems come up you should definitely report them to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.

Communication is critical to an easy auto transport. Our Ohio auto transport partners will attempt to keep you informed every step of the way. Our partners typically deliver on-time, however occasionally situations created by weather, road conditions, or other traffic problems are possible. Keeping an open line of communication to your carrier or driver can help eliminate a lot of stress.

When selecting door to door transport services, local road conditions can impact pickup and delivery times and locations. Most auto transports are completed by big rigs. These semi-trucks are difficult to maneuver on narrow roads and streets. Ohio has 262,851 miles of highways with many rural roads and other road conditions that may hinder or limit access for large trucks. If the pickup and/or delivery locations have any obstructions that could prevent the truck from accessing either location we recommend you select a better location. This can easily be accomplished by coordinating with the driver. Selecting a plaza or supermarket parking lot is often a better choice. Traffic can also impact pickup and/or drop-off schedules. We recommend you check road and traffic conditions for delays. Check here to find current traffic conditions in Ohio. Below are some of the road conditions to consider when selecting a pickup or drop-off location.

• Low hanging tree branches
• Narrow bridges
• One way streets
• Low hanging phone cables
• Low overpasses
• Weight restricted bridges
• Railroad tracks
• County road
• Narrow Cul-de-sacs

Ohio has an average of 166 sunny days per year. Weather is not often an issue to the car shipping industry here. On average, there are 166 sunny days a year in Ohio. Springs are usually cool and somewhat rainy in Ohio, while summers are warm and humid. Fall days are fresh and comfortable while winters are cold and snowy. Average high temperatures in summer are in the 80's. In winter, high temperatures hover in the 20's. Rainfall averages 38 inches. Snowfall averages from 22 inches statewide and up to 50 inches along Lake Erie, where winter weather does occasional delay auto transport pick-ups and deliveries. To check the current weather conditions for any possible auto shipping delays, please check below.