Car Shipping Scams: How Scammers Use Fake Quotes to Win Your Business

Important Pricing Terms Aren't in Writing

If a salesperson promises that your price won't change, check the written agreement.

Verbal assurances can be difficult to rely on later.

The Company Avoids Explaining Additional Charges

Ask what could cause the final transportation cost to increase.

If you can't get a clear answer, consider another provider.

Don't Confuse Brokers With Carriers

Understanding who provided your quote is also important.

An auto transport broker typically arranges transportation by connecting customers with motor carriers. A carrier physically transports the vehicle.

Both can legitimately participate in auto transportation.

The problem occurs when a company misrepresents its role.

A customer may believe the company providing the quote owns the truck and has already committed to the transportation price, when the business is actually a broker that still needs to find a carrier willing to perform the job.