When you must ship an automobile into, out of, or within the state of Alaska, you have a variety of auto shipping options. To help you choose a car carrier company that fits your needs, Wrightway Auto Carriers, the premier vehicle transporters in Anchorage, discusses some of the different types of car transport services you have available to you.

Types of Auto Shipping Services

Door-to-Door Delivery Service

Some vehicle transporters specialize in door-to-door delivery service. They pick up the vehicle at the sender's location, load it onto the carrier, and deliver it to the recipient's location. It is the most comprehensive and convenient service, and usually the most expensive.

Terminal-to-Terminal Delivery Service

Other auto shipping companies, typically high volume vehicle transporters, specialize in terminal-to-terminal delivery service. They deliver cars to and from regional storage facilities located in larger cities. This practice lets them combine shipments and offer discounted pricing. However, senders must drop off vehicles at the terminal, and recipients must pick them up at the receiving terminal. It is cheaper, but less convenient.  

Open or Closed Trailer Service

Some auto shipping companies specialize in either open or closed trailer service. Closed trailers are more expensive, but they offer considerably more protection against the elements and road hazards, so this option is ideal for high-value vehicles. Open trailers are less expensive but offer less protection.

Single- or Multiple-Vehicle Service

Single vehicle service is convenient; it often has shorter delivery times and may be able to reach locations a tractor trailer cannot. It is usually more expensive, however. Multiple vehicle service combines multiple shipments to offer cost savings, but it takes longer to ship and usually requires terminal-to-terminal service because of the size of the truck.

Wrightway Auto Carriers offers swift, secure transport by a team of professionals who make sure your vehicle arrives safely and on time. Visit their website to view their rate chart, or call (907) 277-4549 to discuss your auto shipping needs with a friendly expert.