In this day and age, customers are not limited to their local options when buying a new car. You can purchase one online or through someone you know in another state or country. Whether you are looking for a used, new, or an exotic car; purchasing di...
Do Movers Give Senior Discounts? If you’re a senior on a fixed income and you need to move – perhaps from a larger home to a smaller home where you can age in place safely – you may be wondering how you can save some money on the process. Can you g...
The car rental industry is a big business – and it had a market value of more than $36.5 billion in 2020 alone. But behind the scenes, vehicle rental companies often must work closely with car transport services to meet customer expectations, ship ca...
Exotic cars feature plenty of perks like high speed and head-turning designs. If you're looking to ship your exotic vehicle to another location, it's in your best interest to select a premium service that protects your vehicle while in transit. Whet...
When you decide to buy a boat, it is a choice that you should not take lightly. The terminology and the parts are different from those of an automobile. Since you will most likely need to get a boating license in your state, you may want to learn the...
If you need to haul heavy machinery like a tractor, a bulldozer, a crane, or any other type of heavy farm, construction, or industrial equipment, you may be wondering how much you’ll have to pay to have your equipment shipped to its destination. Is t...
If you’re moving to a new state or city, or even moving internationally, you may be wondering what your options are for transporting your vehicle to your new location. There are a lot of different options, so let’s discuss them all in this guide from...
What Is A Car Transport Vessel? The Basics Of RoRo (Roll On, Roll Off) Ships Whether you’re looking to ship a vehicle overseas or you’re just curious about the ways that cars are typically shipped to different countries and continents, you may be...
Are you planning on moving to another state? If the answer is yes, you’re probably wondering how much the move will cost. While there’s no set answer as to how much a move to another state will cost, we’re here to list and break down the various fac...
Thinking of relocating to Germany? If you own a car that’s brand new or in good shape, you may not want to leave it behind. Fortunately, you don’t have to. With the prevalence of international shipping services, there are plenty of options when it co...
Can you get a refund if you don’t want to ship your car, but have already paid a car shipping company? What about after your car is shipped? These are great questions, and you can find all the answers you need from A-1 Auto Transport below. Are Ref...
How Do You Ship Heavy Equipment? What You Should Expect If you’re shipping heavy construction equipment, farm, or industrial machinery for the first time, you may not be sure what you can expect from the process. How do you even ship heavy machiner...
With the over 3.5 million truck drivers employed all across the nation, the second week in September serves as a way to honor and celebrate their service. These dedicated individuals not only transport our goods securely and efficiently, they also wo...
Commercial moves involve a different process than residential moves. How? Residential moves focus on helping people move into a new home, whereas commercial moves help businesses relocate to a new setting. The rationale behind hiring a commerc...
U-Haul Auto Transport Trailers have become a go-to option for short, medium, and long-distance moves. Upon first glance at a U-Haul Auto Transport Trailer, one might assume that the device can’t handle much weight. While minimal in its design, U-Hau...
Car Shipping UK To Malta – Your Guide To The Basics If you live in the United Kingdom and you’re moving to Malta either permanently or temporarily, you may be interested in bringing your vehicle with you. Car transport from the UK to Malta is quite...
What You Need To Know About Expensive Car Transportation Services For Luxury Cars If you have an exotic vehicle, luxury car, high-performance car, or an antique or vintage car that you need to ship elsewhere in the country, you may be wondering abo...
How Much Does It Cost To Ship A Tractor? Everything You Should Know If you need to ship a tractor from one farm to another, you may be wondering what your best option is. If you’re sending your tractor more than a few miles, chances are that you’l...
The Different Types Of Boat Trailers Just like a boat comes in different shapes and sizes, the trailers made for them do too. In most cases, you will know before you leave the boat showroom which trailer is the best fit for your boat. So what happens...
Are you looking at moving overseas? We're going to answer all of the essential questions regarding what goes into shipping moving containers overseas so you can have a solid overview of the process. The most common way to ship moving containers ove...
Lowboys are unpowered trailers used to transport goods that might exceed the legal height of flatbed trailers' products. Hauling capabilities of lowboys are impressive as a double-axle lowboy can haul goods in the 40,000-pound range. If three axles a...
Whether you want to ship a residential generator to your property, or you’re looking to ship a generator as part of an industrial or commercial project, you may be wondering what to expect from the process. In this blog from A-1 Auto Transport, we’ll...
The population residing in metropolitan regions is projected to grow from 54% (value of 2014) to roughly 66% of the world's population by 2050, followed by a gross growth from 7.1 bil. to 9.5 bil. Throughout 2007, the world's 300 big cities accounted...
As an exotic vehicle owner, you might be presented with a situation that involves the need to transport your exotic auto to another location. That location could be across a couple of states, or it could be across the country. Whether you're relocati...
So close yet so far away. You know how it is. The car you want is always just out of reach. But this time…this time you have the cash, and the only thing keeping you from that car is distance and time. It's tricky, though, buying a car you've never...
When you need to relocate from state to state, your exercise equipment can be a source of a lot of stress. You may feel like it's too expensive to bring with you, and yet, still too expensive to leave behind. Some pieces cost thousands, and they can...
If you've never shipped a car before, shipping one overseas from Seattle to Hawaii may feel quite daunting. The truth is, shipping a car overseas to Hawaii is really no different from sending one from Idaho to Tennessee. Let's talk about how shipper...
What You Need To Know About Shipping A Semi Truck If you need to ship a semi truck to another destination to sell it, prepare for a freight shipping job, or for any other reason, you may wonder what to expect when shipping a semi truck. In this gu...
With its warm Mediterranean climate and mild winters, Portugal has many advantages for Canadians looking to relocate overseas. Whether it’s for work, study or even to retire, Portugal can be the ideal place to live. One of the most commonly posed qu...
There are unique considerations needed for heavy equipment shipping which may only become apparent when there’s an urgent need. It’s important to be prepared, especially considering the last minute supply chains operating today. Mistakes and delays c...
Retirement in a new country is a delightful and exciting new chapter in life. First, though, you need to arrange your move. If you’re not sure where to start, don’t worry. Yes, the process can be complicated, long, and, at times, stressful. However,...
High levels of automobile travel per capita, patterns of using land in ways that specifically support cars, and few alternatives for transport are defined as automobile dependency. There are some costs that are increased by automobile dependency: mor...
Though shipping an electric car may look complicated, in reality, it is a straightforward process not much different from shipping a regular car. Ensuring eco-friendly transportation and relatively affordable costs can require extra time and work in...
Buying an RV brand new from a dealer can be an expensive investment. Many people who are looking to buy a camper or an RV will often search for used ones that are listed by private sellers. There are certain things that you need to do before you comm...
20-foot containers, along with larger 40-foot containers, are one of the most commonly used types of intermodal containers used by ocean-going freight vessels. If you are moving overseas or need to transport two vehicles on an ocean-going vessel for...
What Is Enclosed Auto Transport? Choosing to enclose your car during transport helps you establish peace of mind. Instead of exposing your vehicle to dirt, bad weather, or other debris forms, your vehicle will be loaded onto a fully covered trans...
If you drive a tractor trailer or you work for a larger shipping company, you may find that you have to move one or more of your vehicles either a short distance or across the country. How much will you pay for this service? Find out now in this guid...
If you have cargo that you need to ship overseas, you may be wondering if air freight vs. ocean freight shipping is right for your freight. What’s the difference between the two, and what should you consider when making the choice between air freight...
If you are looking to buy a boat, the first thing you have to do is decide what boat you want. Sounds simple right? It isn’t that simple, and there are several different types of boats out there available for purchase. Some boats have different prima...
If you’re moving overseas for an extended period of time, you may find that bringing your vehicle with you to your destination country is a good way to get access to transport without purchasing a new vehicle. But you may also be wondering how the p...
International Military Moving Checklist U.S. Military members can be subject to PCS orders (Permanent Change of Station) involving relocation. OCONUS orders (Outside of Continental United States) specifically designate moving to an overseas station. ...
Enclosed car transport offers you and your car many benefits. All of the perks you'll receive with enclosed car transport tie into the idea that your vehicle will be safer than it would be compared to other transport styles, such as an open carrier. ...
An overseas move can prompt feelings of excitement and anxiety. Moving to another country to live your life is a unique and special experience but transporting your belongings overseas can create stress. Before you get too overwhelmed, it's essentia...
Relocating overseas requires careful and timely planning. International movers have to contact companies to help with loading and transporting household items, cars—and what we'll be covering in this post— pets. To help make your new location overse...
If you’re a former Canadian resident living in the US – or a US resident who may soon move to Canada – you may be wondering if you can buy a motorcycle in the US, and ship it to Canada. What’s involved in the process? Which bikes qualify? How much wi...
When a motorcycle goes down the road, you know if it is a Harley-Davidson. These motorcycles have a distinct sound to their engines. The pistons are timed, so one fires with the turn of the crankshaft and then the next fires on the next revolution. E...
If you are an owner or a manager of a construction or an agricultural supplies business, you probably have had to handle the transportation of your equipment and know-how complicated the process can be. Hence, transporting heavy equipment requires ca...
Whether you’re moving your car collection, selling or buying multiple vehicles, or you have to ship more than one car for any other reason, you might be wondering if you can ship multiple cars in a single enclosed trailer. Find out in this article fr...
If you have an RV that you need to ship to a new destination, you may be wondering what’s involved with fifth wheel RV transport. How does this work, and is it a good idea to have your fifth wheel RV shipping using a transport service? Find out all o...
If you need to ship your car in the US, you may be wondering if you should ship your car using a standard, open-air car carrier, or if you should use enclosed car transport. If you’re worried about the safety of your car, enclosed car transport is d...
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