Entries by Jim Belletete

Basic Auto Transport Industry Rules

1. NEVER choose a company based only on having the lowest quote (a quote is not always the price) 2. IGNORE companies who tell you that they “Have a driver or truck in your area” or “One spot left on the truck due to a last-minute cancellation” when you have no official order with them […]

What Is A National Board

Most transport companies use a National Board to connect with carriers and brokers. This board provides key information on the market  conditions like current rates, the supply and demand of trucks and vehicles moving in a particular area and much more info required to give customers a great service. At American Transport we are proud of our […]

Where to Find Home Relocation and Auto Transport

Where to Find Home Relocation and Auto Transport American Transport doesn’t support any particular relocation service, but there are several places on the net where you can evaluate companies for yourself. If your employer does not endorse a particular firm, we recommend that you use a site like Mover Reviews. But when it comes to […]

5 Easy Tips to Improve your Auto Transport Experience

You asked for it, and we delivered. Here it is…a simple list of 5 tips that can improve your auto transport experience exponentially. Without further ado, here they are!: 5 Easy tips to improve your auto transport experience Don’t Go For the Cheapest Quote! This is something that far too many people go for. If you go […]

Overwhelming Amount Of Quotes.

I  received an overwhelming amount of quotes, How should I choose who to  use? A: The  time it takes for us to schedule the pickup of your vehicle depends on the price   you pay. We can match any price you find, but in doing so, you will be waiting  quite a while for a pickup. We understand the […]

What Is Auto Transport Bill Of Lading

What is  auto transport Bill of Lading. (BOL) is often a term you find within auto transport and other freight style industries. The term talks about the means for which employees in the industry are able to track their daily movements. To explain in a more simplified manner:   A Bill of Lading can be […]

Is hiring an auto transport company cost effective?

Hiring an auto transport company going to be cost effective. It can take several days to drive across the country. That means staying in a hotel and paying for meals and of course gas and oil. There’s also the wear and tear on each car driven including the brakes and engine. Tolls on interstate highways […]