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10 things You May Not know About Exotic Cars
May 04, 2016
Aston Martin - Will have decades of waiting time before coming out with a new car model. After creating the V8 range, they had to wait 20 years to make the DB7. Porsche - Actually lost money on each 918 they build do to going way over the research and development budget. Ferrari - The historic racing horse emblem on the car is not a symbol of ...read more
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Understand the Terminology When Buying Car Tires Online
July 06, 2015
The level of thought you put into a tire purchase depends on what you plan to do with the tires. If you only commute to work and back, tire buying will be easy—but if you want to have traction on rocky, rough or slick terrain, you'll need to give your off-road tire purchase some thought. When someone buys an off-road vehicle, 4WD wheels and tires ...read more
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Interesting Study Focused on Car Buying Habits
May 07, 2013
There are a lot of ways to grow and improve your business. One proven method is by collecting data and examining it to find patterns and specific areas where your business is lacking. That's why Car Research XRM preformed a study which ran from January to December 2012. The study focused on the reasons why customers leave car dealerships without buying. Car Research XRM polled 167,503 ...read more
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Direct Connect Featured on FossilCars.com
October 16, 2012
Don't look at the name - Fossil Cars is hoppin'. This vintage, classic and muscle car seller can get anyone's heart racing, right from the front page. Connoisseurs will melt in their chairs at the sight of perfectly restored beauties from the golden age of the American automobile, and even dilettantes will be impressed by the silver 1961 Chevy Corvette with scorching red leather seats. These ...read more
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Anti-Theft Car Seat
January 10, 2012
Researchers in Tokyo, from the Advanced Institute of Industrial Technology, have created an anti-theft car seat detector. Over 360 sensors can be used to identify pressure that the individual driver places on a seat when in use. The sensors that were tested with smart technology had a 98% accuracy rate of identifying the intended driver. Though the sensors were not created with solely the intent ...read more
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Porsche in Argentina
November 22, 2011
Hugo Pulenta, the importer for Porsche, made a deal to ship wine and olives to Argentina from his family’s vineyard in exchange for the selling of Porsche. There is a spike in auto sales in Argentina and the market will be saturated. It has been done before; the exchange of selling luxury cars for goods, however overhead is difficult to match. Argentina is an important ...read more
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Volkswagen Up!
November 15, 2011
Volkswagen has created a model under the name of Volkswagen Up! to feature several options under one model in order to market to a diverse customer base. The Four-Seater-Up! is featured in a two door with three and five door options to market to families who tend to purchase SUV vehicles. The engine will be available with either a 59 or 74-horsepower and will also ...read more
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GM Recall on Airbags
November 10, 2011
General Motors has recalled their Pontiac G8 model due to malfunctioning airbags in the front seat on the passenger’s side. This applies to vehicles that were built in 2007-2008. The problem became made aware to GM due to possibilities that the airbag for this vehicle model did not meet standards in regards to fully preventing head injury protection. GM has stated that no one has ...read more
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GM Partners with Costco
November 08, 2011
General Motors has paired up with Costco to provide its members with an exclusive deal. Certain Chevy and GM trucks will be able to be purchased at a special price through select dealers for Costco members. The trucks will be priced at employee-discounted prices. This offer is an important and innovative way to encourage American made automakers the opportunity to sell vehicles during this economic ...read more
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Toyota
November 03, 2011
Toyota is still feeling the effects from the Japan earthquake from earlier this year. They have experienced automobile shortages and have as a result, been dropping in sales. However, plans to boost sales up to where the company wants them include upping marketing strategies. Toyota’s inventory is continuing to grow and catch up to where it wants to be. New vehicle plans have been introduced as ...read more
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Automobile Transportation
Direct Connect Auto is a trustworthy and affordable auto shipping service, and we pride ourselves on being the best transporters in the business. This is backed up by our A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau. There is no need to worry about whether your vehicle is going to be transported safely, because we have been doing this for twenty years. We offer multiple types of shipping, such as enclosed, open and flatbed shipping. We have an on-time service guarantee available to all customers for their Automobile Transport. So when it comes time for you to ship your vehicle, come to Direct Connect Auto for an affordable, quick, and stress free move.
Truck and SUV Shipping
If you're moving a moderate or long distance away from your current residence, you should consider shipping your vehicle. By shipping your vehicle, you can avoid having to drive it across the country on your own. Instead, you can have it shipped and delivered to your new home. Trucks and SUVs shipping is more affordable than ever and it's a secure way to transport your vehicle without you having to drive. If you'd like to have your vehicle shipped, you can give us a call today for an estimate. Don't worry about having to drive for a few days to get to your new home. Relax, fly there, and we'll have your truck or SUV delivered to your doorstep.
Classic Cars
Direct Connect Auto is a shipping company with twenty years of experience under our belts. We understand that shipping a classic vehicle can be a hassle. We are certified for classic car shipping and are proud to guarantee that your classic vehicle will arrive on time, safely, and in perfect condition. If you're worried about any inclement weather damaging your vehicle, we even offer methods of protected transport to keep your pride and joy safe from the elements. We understand the special care and consideration it takes to transport a classic car. Our experienced staff will make sure that you have an affordable and reliable means to ship your classic vehicle safely.
Affordable Dealer Transportation
Transporting a car can and should be an easy thing to do. You should never have to second guess whether or not your vehicle is going to arrive safely to its destination. Affordable Dealer Transport Services from Direct Connect Auto are efficient and cost effective. We are trusted and have been in the business for many years. We strive to meet and exceed your expectations with each order.
Auto Auction Shipping
Trying to sell or buy a car at an auction can be tricky and expensive, especially when it comes to shipping your purchase afterwards. It is sometimes hard to find the right company to ship your car to or from its destination. After buying a car, the last thing you want to worry about it whether or not it is going to arrive to you safely. Auto Auction Shipping from Direct Connect Auto is a reliable and safe way to ship your car where it needs to be. With Direct Connect, you can be sure that the company you choose is dedicated and committed to making certain that all of your shipping needs are met.
Military Relocation
Relocation can be a hassle at times, but with the right service you can save money and time. There are a lot of people in the military who have to be relocated without much notice. There are so many things you will have to worry about, and shipping your car does not have to be one of them. Military Relocation comes with a lot of stress factors, but with a good reliable company, shipping your car doesn't have to contribute to your stress. With Direct Connect Auto, you'll have a helpful service that is reliable and trusted and one less thing to have to worry about.
College Moves
Enrolling at a college is the beginning of a lot of new experiences. You must balance being away from home, often for the first time, with the excitement of experiencing a whole new place and a whole new lifestyle. With all this change, you should never have to worry about College Moves and whether your vehicle will get to your new location safely. Direct Connect Auto has over twenty years' experience in the auto shipment trade. With our experience, we guarantee fast, reliable and safe transport for your precious automobile. Why worry about how you're going to get your car to your new home, when we are just one call or click away?
Seasonal
Automobile transportation, like many other businesses, is affected by seasonal market fluctuations. Certain parts of the year, particularly from March to May in the Spring and November and December in the late Autumn, are the busiest times of year to ship a car.
A lot of seasonal traffic is cars and trucks being moved up or down the East or West Coast, or from the Northern Midwest South to the Gulf Coast. These are often "snowbirds" of folks escaping the cold northern winters, or families that move to the warmer southern climate during the winter and return north in Spring. It is our great pleasure that individuals and families with seasonal car shipping needs consistently choose Direct Connect Auto Transport!
International Shipping
International vehicle shipping requires experience both with the various coastal shipping terminals and ports, but also with the international locations where cars are often destined. While overseas shipping is a small portion of our work, our commercial and agency clients often turn to us for these unusual but difficult shipments.
To get started, we recommend that you consider the port where your vehicle or vehicles will enter or exit the United States and get a quote for the portion of your transport that takes place in the US. This gets the process started, but you will need to speak to an international transportation specialist at our office to review the complete details.
Household Moves
Direct Connect Automobile Transport provides full service auto transportation and shipping needs. Your car is loaded at point A and deliver it safely to point B. No fuss and no worries. Single and multiple car transports are available. There are enclosed shipping options for delicate or vintage cars, open air carriers and flatbed trucks for oversized or extra large vehicles. Domestic and international shipping is available.
With over 20 years of combined experience, services are provided to individuals, auto dealers, corporations and organizations. Regardless of the need: Household Moves, international moves, seasonal and college moves, dealer transport, auto auction and online car sales, corporate relocation service is timely, safe and professional. Transport services for motorcycles and boats is also available.
Buying a Car Online
When considering the price of a new or "new to you" car from an online or out-of-state car dealership, you certainly must include shipping in the total price! We are partnered with companies that specialize in listings for classic cars, like FossilCars.com, so when you find a great classic car listing there, you can easily get a shipping quote right from their website.
Regardless of where you intend to purchase your car online, once you know the zip code where it is coming from, request a free auto transport quote right here and you'll know that once you finish negotiating the purchase of your vehicle, shipping is the easy part!
Buying a Car Online
When considering the price of a new or "new to you" car from an online or out-of-state car dealership, you certainly must include shipping in the total price! We are partnered with companies that specialize in listings for classic cars, like FossilCars.com, so when you find a great classic car listing there, you can easily get a shipping quote right from their website.
Regardless of where you intend to purchase your car online, once you know the zip code where it is coming from, request a free auto transport quote right here and you'll know that once you finish negotiating the purchase of your vehicle, shipping is the easy part!
Sports Transportation
Sports Organizations Auto Shipping needs can be a logistical nightmare for the people involved. From finding the right truck to getting the proper insurance, a person who is not well versed in shipping automobiles across the country can run into major problems. Most of these problems are from minute things that people without experience never realize they need to do. That is why it is imperative to hire someone that knows what they are doing. Your sports organization can put its worries to rest by entrusting Direct Connect Auto with the know how and the experience to get the job done right.