The Best Rates For Washington Auto Transport In The US

Autotransporterrates.com is proud to serve drivers in The Evergreen State by connecting them with the top rated Washington auto transport carriers at outstanding rates. Our network of contractors compete for your commitment on every task we take on, so you're always guaranteed the best rate at any time of year. Our regional project coordinators have years of active experience with the highways and surface streets of Washington State, allowing them to plan the best possible routes and guarantee reliable delivery time frames. When the delivery day arrives, you can either accept your vehicle in person, authorize a representative to take receipt, or let us arrange for secure storage near the destination so you can pick it up at your leisure. Call 866-446-9143 or enter your information into our online form to receive ten free rate quotes from the top service providers in Washington automotive transport.

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 compact car, roadster car, kingcab pickup, lower rider and sports car 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.

• Running lights
• Extended side mirrors
• 4 wheel drive
• Rear bumper guards
• Running boards
• Nerf bars
• Side steps
• Roof rack
• Front bumper guards

Washington auto transport rates are calculated per mile and these rates change depending on the cost of fuel. Often you can find a lower rate by driving your vehicle to a shipping terminal and picking the vehicle up at another shipping terminal near your delivery address. Terminal to terminal service can save you a lot of money but if you need or prefer the convenience of door to door service make sure that your pick-up and drop-off locations are both accessible by a full-sized semi-tractor trailer. If the car or truck you are transporting is not operational this will significantly increase your rate. You must inform the shipping company if your auto is inoperable. 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 and 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.

• Shipping Schedule - Moderate Impact
• Dropoff Location - Minor Impact
• Terminal to Terminal - Major Impact
• Vehicle Accessories - Moderate Impact
• Fuel Cost - Moderate Impact
• Vehicle Size - Moderate Impact
• Multiple Vehicles - Moderate Impact
• Inoperable - Major Impact
• Door to Door - Major Impact

Despite any of the circumstances stated above, our affiliated carriers still work diligently to get you the lowest price for your Washington vehicle shipping. You will get 10 car transport quotes from our partner auto shipping companies that will best match your needs and price range. You will get all 10 quotes for free and with no obligation whatsoever. Our trusted partner's quotes are always among the lowest rates you will find in the auto shipping business. Allow us to exceed your expectations by getting your quotes right now. Simply fill in the form and click submit or call at 1-800-590-6492 today.

The best way to avoid any problems with your Washington car shipping is by careful preparation. You can ship an inoperable vehicle, but it will be more expensive. Vehicles that are not steerable and/or do not have operable 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.

When your car or truck is picked up you will be required to complete a bill of lading. It is very important to accurately complete this document. The driver and you will inspect your vehicle and document any damage to the vehicle, such as dents, broken windows, paint scratches, etc. Many drivers will take photos of any damage to protect themselves from false claims. When you or your authorized representative receives your auto at the drop-off location be sure that you, or they, 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 receive compensation for any unfortunate damage. 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.

Keeping an open line of communication with your carrier or driver is the best thing you can do to assure a problem free auto shipping experience. Our Washington auto transport partners will attempt to keep you informed throughout the entire transport process. Our partners typically deliver on-time, however occasionally situations created by road conditions, weather, or other traffic related delays are possible. Staying in contact with your driver will help reduce 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 accomplished by semi-trucks. These big rigs are difficult to maneuver on narrow roads and streets. Washington has 171,031miles 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 Washington. Below are some of the road conditions to consider when selecting a pickup or drop-off location.

• Narrow Cul-de-sacs
• Railroad tracks
• Narrow bridges
• Low overpasses
• Dead end streets
• Low hanging phone cables
• Narrow streets
• Limited Access Avenues
• Road construction

Washington has an average of 140 sunny days per year. Weather is not often an issue to the car shipping industry here. The State's weather varies greatly from west to east, as the west is mild and rainy, while east of the Cascades, a cooler and drier climate prevails. Average high temperatures in summer reach into the 70's. In winter, high temperatures average in the 30's. Annual rainfall is 41 inches per year. Annual snowfall averages 2 inches in the lower elevations and up to 200 inches on the western slopes of the Cascade Mountains. The Cascade Mountains do impact auto transport schedules in Washington occasionally. To check the current weather conditions for any possible auto shipping delays, please see below.