Do you have a large pickup truck you need to relocate? Have you bought a truck online and need to get it delivered?
Maybe you need to send a heavy-duty truck to a construction site but aren’t sure how to do it. USTrans can accommodate your needs with its pickup truck transport service.
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What is Pickup Truck Shipping?
Pickup truck shipping is known by many different names. You might hear it called hauling truck transport, pickup truck loading, or simply truck shipping, but they are all one and the same service. It is the process of moving a large vehicle, such as a pickup truck, from one location to another.
Many pickup truck hauling services will transport trucks, pickups, and other oversize vehicles. Here at USTrans, we work with a network of professional pickup truck transport companies and transport carriers. They are carefully vetted and have the experience and specialist skills to guarantee a safe truck transport experience.
How Does Pickup Truck Shipping Work?
Truck transport services work in much the same way as standard car shipping services. The main difference is that you may need to provide more information so that we can find the perfect hauling truck for your vehicle.
We will take you through each step of the process, from the moment you get in touch to request a quote and make your booking through to the final delivery of your vehicle. Several steps play a part in the pickup truck shipping process.
Why Choose USTrans For Your Pickup Truck Shipping?
There are several reasons why you should choose USTrans for your truck transportation:
- All our services are safe and secure.
- We work with a network of professional pickup truck transport companies and transport carriers. They are all carefully vetted to ensure they can provide such a specialized service.
- No payment is required before we secure a carrier for your shipping service.
- Your vehicle will be fully insured throughout the pickup truck shipping service.
- We can tailor our shipping services to meet your needs.
- Customer support is always available.
How much does shipping a car cost?
Car shipping prices vary widely depending on factors such as vehicle size, distance, route, and seasonality.
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- Choose the carrier that suits your budget: Pick the carrier that matches your budget and your shipping needs and make your booking.
- Provide the necessary details: We will need to know the exact specifications of your pickup truck. You also need to inform us if your pickup truck has a lift kit or oversize tires. We need all the information to ensure the carrier has all the necessary equipment and their trailer is the right size. However, most pickup trucks will fit on a standard trailer.
- Get your truck ready for shipping: To ensure a smooth pickup truck loading and transporting experience, there are some things you should do to get your truck ready for shipping. For example, secure any loose items and remove all personal items.
- Check your truck for any existing damage: When the carrier arrives, you and the driver must inspect the exterior of your truck and note any existing damage, such as dents, dings, scratches, and chips.
- Track your shipment: You will be kept informed of the progress of your shipment throughout its journey.
- Accept delivery of your truck and settle the bill with the carrier: When the carrier delivers your pickup truck, you must inspect it again for any damage. If all is in order, you sign a bill of lading to accept delivery of your truck. You also pay the carrier any outstanding balance.
What Sort of Trucks Can We Transport?
The carriers we work with have the experience, equipment, and trailers to transport a wide variety of pickup trucks, from the largest to more modified ones, as well as equipment-based models and pickup trucks on a smaller scale. Some of the models we can ship include:
- Ford F-Series
- Chevy Silverado
- Ram Heavy Duty
- GMC Sierra
- Toyota Tundra
- Chevrolet Colorado
- Toyota Tacoma
- Ram 1500
- Ford F-150
Preparing Your Pickup Truck for Shipping
Shipping your truck across the country is a smart thing to do if you need to move it long distances. If you want to enjoy a smooth and hassle-free service, there are some things you need to do to prepare your truck for shipping.
- Clean and wash your truck and while you’re doing it, take the time to inspect it carefully for any damage, dents, discoloration, or scratches.
- Ensure your gas tank is no more than one-quarter full.
- Check for any leaks and repair them if possible.
- Examine the interior and exterior and record your pickup truck’s condition.
- Remove all personal items.
- Secure any loose fixtures and remove any that you can.
- Perform any necessary maintenance.
- Remove outside accessories such as custom spoilers, retractable antennas, luggage racks, and removable ski and bike racks.
How the Truck Transportation Process Works
All it takes to ship your pickup truck is three simple steps:
Get your quote and book your order
You can request a quote online or speak directly with our shipping advisors by phone or Live Chat. Alternatively, send us a quick email with the details of what you want.
If you like the price, feel free to finalize your booking.
Your truck is collected
We arrange for a carrier to collect your truck from a prearranged location or as close as is safe and legal to do so.
Your pickup is delivered
The carrier will deliver your truck to your chosen location as long as it is safe and legal to do so.
How Much Does It Cost to Ship a Truck?
There are many factors that can affect semi-truck shipping costs. They include:
- Shipping distance
- Size of your pickup
- Whether your pickup is operable
- Pick-up and drop-off locations
- Type of transport
- Your timeframe
- Time of the year
- Price of fuel
Why You Should Ship Your Truck Instead of Drive It
You are likely very proud of your pickup and consider it to be one of your most prized possessions. It’s perfectly natural to feel a little anxious about shipping it across the country. This is one of the main reasons people sometimes choose to drive instead.
While you might like the idea of taking a road trip in your pickup, there are some valid reasons why you should ship it instead. For example:
- It’ll save you time
- It’s much safer
- It’ll save you money
- It’s way more convenient and more reliable
We offer auto shipping services throughout the US:
- Car Shipping
- Motorcycle Shipping
- Electric Car Movers
- Military Transport
- Open Transport
- Door to Door Transport
- Enclosed Transport
- Expedited Transport
Call us to get the best quote and professional service execution.
How much does shipping a car cost?
Car shipping prices vary widely depending on factors such as vehicle size, distance, route, and seasonality.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What sort of trucks do you transport?
The carriers we work with are able to transport a large variation of pickup trucks, from large sized, modified ones, to smaller scale, equipment-based models.
How can I prepare my vehicle for transit?
You should make sure that the vehicle has enough gas to get onto the trailer, that its tires have enough air and that the battery works. It’s also helpful if you know that it can steer, accelerate and break – the easier it is to get the pickup truck onto the trailer, the faster it will be delivered.
Why is pickup transportation more expensive than that of smaller cars?
This is not always the case, however, most carriers will charge you more solely based on the fact that they can cannot transfer as many vehicles when they transport large autos. This means that for the same distance traveled, they will not have made the same amount of money, as they would have transporting a smaller car.
How can I save money on pickup truck transport?
There are several ways in which you could save money, however, they could be more inconvenient to you. One of the ways to save money is by having the truck picked up from a more central location. If your current location is more than 100 miles away from any major highway, the transportation costs will be higher, getting the vehicle closer to a major highway would reduce the costs drastically.
Can I have direct contact with the carrier?
While some companies do allow that, most transport carriers do not have a dedicated customer service desk, which makes communication more difficult. This is where our services come in – we are fluent in both the customer’s and technical languages, conveying and translating between the two parties so everything goes as smooth as possible.
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