The Best Rates For Iowa Auto Transport In The US

America's heartland powers the pulse of a nation, and that's autotransporterrates.com is dedicated to connecting drivers with the top names in Iowa auto transport. Thousands of drivers across the state turn to us for their automotive shipping needs, and we have built an outstanding reputation by ensuring each of their expectations are met. Our network of delivery partners provide statewide service, engineering short-range transport tasks as well as cross country shipping, and thanks to real time GPS on each of these transport trucks, you can track the status of any shipment on demand through our convenient online tool. Don't trust your vehicle to the uncertainty a less experienced firm can bring into your planned relocation. Call our customer service team at 866-446-9143, or enter your information into the form to get 10 free quotes on Iowa car shipping delivered to your inbox.

One of the biggest factors in the cost of your auto transport is selecting open or enclosed transport. Auto dealerships safely receive vehicles every day on open car 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 factors that impact shipping cost include the size, weight and type of car or truck. The body type such as sports car, extended cab pickup, lower rider, full size pickup and full-size car you are shipping can also affect your shipping cost. Usually the larger the vehicle the higher the shipping rate. If your vehicle has any non-standard accessories that have altered its dimensions they can also increase the cost of shipping. Below are some of the accessories that can increase cost.

• Grill guards
• Front bumper guards
• Nerf bars
• Running boards
• Extended side mirrors
• Rear bumper guards
• Trailer hitch
• Oversized antennas
• Roof rack

Iowa auto transport rates are calculated per mile and these rates change depending on the cost of fuel. Often you can save money by driving your auto to a shipping terminal and picking it up at another shipping terminal near your delivery address. This method can save you a lot of money but if you prefer or need the convenience of door to door delivery make sure that your pick-up and delivery addresses are both accessible by a commercial full-size tractor trailer. If the vehicle you are shipping is not operational this will significantly raise your rate. The time of year also affects the rates of the auto transport shipping carriers, summer is high season and the rates are increased. The method of payment you choose to use for your vehicle delivery can sometimes affect your rate, as some companies prefer COD. Most carriers accept COD and credit cards. Please check with the company first if you desire to pay with a check.

• Dropoff Location - Minor Impact
• Open or Enclosed - Major Impact
• Inoperable - Major Impact
• Pick-up Location - Minor Impact
• Vehicle Size - Moderate Impact
• Shipping Schedule - Moderate Impact
• Vehicle Accessories - Moderate Impact
• Door to Door - Major Impact
• Multiple Vehicles - Moderate Impact

Regardless of any of the above aspects that may relate to your delivery, our shipping partners will work hard to offer you the lowest price for your Iowa auto shipping. Simply fill in the form or call at 1-800-590-6492 today. You will get 10 free car transport quotes from our partner shipping companies that will best match your shipping schedule and price range. Our trusted partner's quotes are always among the lowest rates you will find in the auto shipping industry. Let us exceed your expectations and get your quotes right now.

The best way to avoid any problems with your Iowa car shipping is by careful preparation. Vehicles that cannot be steered and/or do not have functioning brakes will cost significantly more. You MUST inform the carrier of the vehicles condition and be prepared to pay a higher rate. Many drivers will not transport an inoperable vehicle if they have not been first notified. Be sure that both your delivery and pick up addresses are correct. Remember that weight is a major factor in your rate. Do not use your vehicle as a method to ship other personal items and have only a quarter tank of gas or less in your vehicle at the time of pick up. You can ship an inoperable vehicle, but it will be more expensive.

When the driver arrives at your pick-up location you will receive a bill of lading. It is crucial that you verify the accuracy of everything in this document. You and the pick-up driver will then carefully inspect your car or trucks condition, notating any defects such as dents, scratches, cracked or broken glass etc. on the bill of lading. Many customers and carrier drivers will take photos of the vehicle being shipped at this time. This documentation can be important in the unlikely event of any damage incurred throughout the vehicles transport process. Because we check out all of our affiliated carriers and drivers documentation before we partner with these associates, damages or other problems are rare. However, in the unlikely event that any unfortunate problems or issues do arise you should definitely document them and also contact the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.

Communication is the key to a successful and easy auto transport experience. Our {mainStateFullName}} auto transport partners will attempt to keep you informed every step of the way. Our partners schedules normally run on-time, however sometimes situations created by weather, road conditions, or other traffic related problems are possible. Keeping in contact with your driver will help reduce a lot of potential stress.

When selecting door to door transport services, local road conditions can impact pickup and delivery times and locations. Most auto transports are accomplished by semi-trucks. These big rigs are difficult to maneuver on narrow roads and streets. Iowa has 234,793 miles of highways and byways with many rural roads and other road conditions that will prevent or limit access for semi-trailers. If the pickup and/or delivery locations have any obstructions that could prevent the truck from accessing the location we recommend you select a different location. This can easily be accomplished by coordinating with the driver. Selecting a truck stop, shopping plaza or other open area is often the solution. 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 Iowa. Below are some of the road conditions to consider when selecting a pickup or drop-off location.

• Extreme grades
• Access hours
• Narrow Cul-de-sacs
• Road construction
• One way streets
• Limited Access Avenues
• Low hanging phone cables
• County road
• Dead end streets

There are 193 sunny days per year on average in Iowa. Auto delivery and pick-up schedules are not typically delayed by weather in Iowa at anytime of the year. Winters are cold with an average temperature of 30 degrees statewide and summers average temperatures in the high 80's. Occasional a winter storm may impact pick-up or delivery schedules. Annual rainfall is about 35 inches and snowfall averages 35 inches. To check the current weather conditions for any possible auto shipping delays see below.