National Express Blog

April 5, 2023
How to Pack a Car for Moving

Properly packing your vehicle for moving can be stressful and overwhelming , but it doesn't have to be. With some organization and preparation, you can make packing your car for your move go much smoother and be less of a hassle. One crucial part of how to pack a car for moving is doing so […]

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April 4, 2023
Does Car Value Determine the Cost to Ship a Car?

When it comes to car shipping costs, there are many factors influence the overall pricing. One common question that arises is whether the value of the car plays a significant role in in car shipping costs. While the value of a vehicle can have an impact on certain aspects of shipping, it is not the […]

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April 1, 2023
What Do Snowbirds Do With Their Cars?

When winter approaches and snowbirds head down south, they must consider the many possibilities of what to do with their vehicle. Depending on how long they stay in a certain area and where exactly it is, there are several options. Snowbirds will often opt to ship their cars instead of driving them to their winter […]

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April 1, 2023
Ship My Car or Rent One? - Long Term Stay

Deciding whether to ship a car or rent one if you are a snowbird, seasonal traveler, in a long-term stay is a decision that depends on your situation. In most cases daily rental costs can pile up vs. just paying to ship your car to your location. However, it's not always that cut and dry […]

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March 28, 2023
Open vs. Enclosed Car Shipping

There are two common kinds of car shipping in the auto transport industry. One is open transport, (also known as open carrier or open-air transport) and the other is enclosed car shipping (also known as covered car shipping or enclosed car transport) for your vehicle. What is Open Car Shipping? Open car transport is the […]

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March 27, 2023
Enclosed Car Trailer Rental

Renting an enclosed trailer for auto transport consists of finding a provider which will for a fee allow customers to reserve enclosed car hauler to deliver cars in a sealed environment. The advantage is extra protection over standard vehicle or cargo trailers. Enclosed trailer rentals will have features such as exterior walls, electric brakes, tandem […]

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April 22, 2022
Flatbed or Car Hauler? What's Better?

When it comes to auto shipping, you may wonder which is better. Is it using a flatbed truck (also known as a hotshot or single car transport) or a car hauler? Each type has a purpose they lean towards although they both do the same kind of job. But for most who work with an […]

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April 20, 2022
Cheapest State to Buy a Car

If it's time to buy a new or used vehicle, saving money is the name of the game. So if you have begun your search for the best deal in the country, you'll notice some of the best deals may not be where you live. And thanks to how easy it is to ship a […]

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April 17, 2022
Towing An Electric Car - A Complete Guide

When you own an electric vehicle, you will learn there is a lot that is different in comparison to gas powered vehicles. One of them being how towing an electric car works. Can You Tow an Electric Vehicle? Yes you can. The safest way will be on a flatbed or car carrier. Otherwise, you could […]

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April 14, 2022
Towing With an Electric Car

If you're considering towing with an electric car, there are a few things you need to know. If you are moving and towing your belongings in a moving trailer or planning a roadtrip, towing with battery electric vehicles needs some planning. As of 2022, most electric cars have much lower tow capacities than gas-powered vehicles […]

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March 18, 2022
Should I buy a Car Before or After I Move?

Buying a new car, or even a "new to you" car is a great feeling. However, when planning to move to a different state or across the country, it may be hard to decide if you should buy your car before you move or after you move. The choice will depend on a few key […]

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March 18, 2022
Should I Ship My Car or Sell It?

When planning to move out of the state or across the country, you'll decide on what stays and what goes. For most it can depend on all the costs involved in keeping your old car or shipping your car to your new location. Unfortunately, you can't put it inside the moving truck. For others however, […]

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