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Swift and Convenient Vehicle Transportation

Running an auction business involves orchestrating hundreds of moves with precision that would impress even top-rated surgeons. A single misstep, miscommunication, or delay could result in financial losses for your business, as well as for your buyers and sellers. This underscores the critical importance of having the right transportation and logistics partner by your side.

Smn Logistics Auto Transport offers the technology and carrier resources necessary to efficiently manage the transportation of both inbound and outbound vehicles for your auto auction operation.

The Perfect Location, Timing, and Pricing

Smn logistics  is capable of managing vehicle moves for any auction operation, including large physical auctions, online marketplaces, and independent or specialty auto auctions.

Our auction team at Smn logistics  knows that moving vehicles in accordance with your methods is essential. We tailor our services to align with your specific processes, adhering to your hours of operation, regulations, gate pass procedures, and vehicle location strategies.

We offer dependable pricing through our market-driven pricing engine, which assesses historical trends, seasonality, and supply versus demand to determine competitive rates. Additionally, we can customize set pricing to suit your specific requirements or provide contract pricing options.

 

 

Expertise in Single-Unit Moves

As the leader in single-unit moves, we have the capacity to pick up or deliver vehicles just around the corner or over 140 miles away. Whether you need to transport a single vehicle or a hundred, Smn logistics  scalable capacity ensures a quick response, skilled vehicle handling, and average pickup and transit times that outperform the competition.

Comprehensive Nationwide Pickup and Delivery Services

Our carefully vetted network of over 15,000 carriers includes small, independent owner-operators across the country. Each carrier is screened, monitored, and regularly evaluated to ensure compliance with insurance and safety standards. They are trained to understand and uphold the stringent security protocols essential in the auction industry.

Technologies That Enhance Speed and Efficiency

Through the use of advanced auction software, we can seamlessly integrate with your system, facilitating swift order bookings and providing comprehensive visibility into all operational movements from a unified platform. To streamline the unloading process, improve accuracy, and accelerate the billing cycle, Smn Logistics employs digital bills of lading (BOL).

Smn Logistics is the ideal transportation partner for dealerships.

Experience

Since 2007,Smn Logistics  Auto Transport has been moving cars one at a time. We handle an average of 400 shipments each day, including weekends, and can safely manage both local and long-distance moves.

Technology

We utilize cutting-edge technology to simplify and enhance the car shipping experience for our customers. Our commitment to innovation and service fosters progress in our customers’ operations.

Innovation

Our focus on product and service innovations drives our customers’ success. We were the pioneers in launching an online rate calculator for instant quotes and an enterprise auto transport portal.

 
Responsiveness

With a network of over 15,000 carriers and teams of experienced logistics and customer service professionals, Smn Logistics  Auto Transport has the capacity and expertise to meet your needs effectively.

Ways Smn Logistics Can Support Your Auction Business

End-to-end solutions:

By adopting a consultative approach, we collaborate with your inside sales representatives, operations team, and business leaders to provide recommendations that enhance service levels and transparency. We can benchmark our costs and service capabilities against your current providers to demonstrate our value.

Preferred transporter:

Whether you need service for one location or all of your sites, Smn logistics  is committed to delivering first-class service, alleviating your stress, and allowing you to focus on growing your business. We can serve as your comprehensive solution for cars, trucks, motorcycles, and powersports, equipped with the trailers and equipment necessary to handle recreational vehicles, luxury or collector cars, and inoperable vehicles.

Augment established carriers:

Smn logistics  regularly manages long-distance moves and can enhance the capabilities of your local carriers through our nationwide network of vetted providers. The right logistics partner will seamlessly integrate with your auction operations and existing carriers to broaden your reach and boost the efficiency of your operations.

FAQ

  • 0-500 Miles: 0-1 Day
  • 501-1,000 Miles: 2-3 Days
  • 1,001-1,500 Miles: 3-5 Days
  • 1,501-2,000 Miles: 4-7 Days
  • 2,001-2,500 Miles: 5-7 Days
  • 2,501-3,000 Miles: 7-10 Days
  • 3,001-3,500 Miles: 10-14 Days
  • Once your designated carrier is assigned you will receive a precise ETA for your shipment

Drivers respond quickest to bids that are both on their route and priced fairly. We help you price your bid to give you the best chances of getting your vehicle shipped in the timeframe that meets your needs.

SMN Logistics LLC is licensed, Bonded and Insured. Our FMSCA Motor Carrier Number is MC1624383.
While we do our best match your auto shipping needs with the most responsible carriers with the best track records, from time-to-time there may be accidental damage while in transit, it is good to know that the insurance of the carrier we locate for you will protect your auto shipment in that event.

Yes, however, If you plan to have personal items in your vehicle, you must let your SMN Agent know so we can get that approved by your assigned carrier.
Generally, we recommend that you do not ship any personal belongings inside your vehicle during your transport.

Understanding auto transport insurance is important and we think it’s valuable to explain how it works. As part of providing a great car transport service, it is our job to guarantee that the carrier we assign to pickup your vehicle is licensed and insured. When you go with SMN to ship your vehicle, you can rest assured that the carrier assigned to move your car is fully insured and licensed with the FMCSA (Federal Motor Carrier and Safety Administration).Your vehicle is covered by the carrier’s insurance policy that is doing the shipping. Depending on the type and size of the truck/trailer that is shipping your car, the insurance policy can cover from $100,000 to $1,000,000 of damage. We have also provided a checklist to explain what you need to do at both pickup and delivery in case there are any issues so, you can file a claim and know that everything will be taken care of. It is rare but, time-to-time there may be accidental damage while in transit and it is good to know that your carrier’s insurance will protect your auto shipment in that event.

Our rates are based on several different factors – size of vehicle, distance of transport, the working condition of the vehicle, time of year transport is required and the general market price for the particular route requested. By filling out a quote form on our home page, we can better estimate the exact costs.

We recommend that you schedule your move as soon as possible to insure that your vehicle is moved within the time frame which best meets you schedule. Usually, we are able to have a truck assigned and on its way to pick-up your vehicle 1 to 5 days from the date the vehicle is first available for pick-up. If your vehicle is available for immediate pick-up, we will work with you on getting your vehicle scheduled as close to the preferred date as possible. It is helpful when transportation orders are submitted approximately 5 days in advance of the available date. Scheduling your vehicle transportation in advance is helpful but it isn’t always necessary.

For reservation you would need to share exact pick up and delivery address and names and phone numbers of people who is going to be on pick up and delivery and first available pick up date. A small amount of deposit is required which is 10-20% of your total tariff at the time of booking. Remaining Balance is due on pick up or delivery and you can pay it with cash, cashier’s check or money order to a driver directly.

No, the quote is all inclusive. It covers door to door service, full bumper to bumper insurance, all tax and tolls paid, and personal belongings up to 150 lbs free of charge.