Why auto shippers need a great transport broker

When first time auto shippers learn they are working with a transport broker, often the first instinct is to drop the middle man and find a driver directly. Many auto shippers don't understand why they would need a broker to contract an auto hauler. But actually, it is in the shipper’s benefit to go through a broker. In fact, working with a good broker is the best protection for a safe, smooth transport.

For one thing, a good broker will recommend a reasonable price to contract a hauler. Many first time shippers don’t know that the auto transport market varies from week to week, from route to route. In fact, there are even seasonal changes. Auto shippers - especially bargain hunters - can undermine their own efforts to ship a vehicle by offering a price that is too low. Sometimes a low price is one that only dodgy haulers will accept. But a reputable broker can help you set the right price to contract a great hauler for your transport job.

And when it comes to getting your valuable car across the country, you want to contract a safe transporter. There are carriers our there who don’t carry good insurance, or they let their licenses lapse. Some have a careless track record. A transport broker has access to industry tools providing information on specific carriers - more information that average consumers can find on-line.

In addition to industry tools, a great broker has direct experience with hundreds of different haulers. In fact, here at Ship a Car Direct, we have a “Do Not Use” list. We keep a list of independent haulers we have worked with who have not delivered to our standards – or worse, haulers who have not resolved issues that have arisen. If a hauler is on this list, we will not contract them for any of customers. Even if there aren’t many options for a particular route, we will not use a hauler that does not take responsibility for quick and safe service.

A good broker is your best bet for a smooth and safe transport. If you have any questions about how we choose the best independent hauler for you, give us a call: 866-221-1664. We are always happy to explain our vetting process to potential auto shippers.