If you're shipping a car for the first time, the industry terminology can be confusing. Do you hire a broker or a carrier? Understanding who does what is key to a successful and stress-free transport experience.
The Broker: Your Logistics Architect
A broker is a licensed company that acts as a middleman between you and thousands of individual carriers. They don't own trucks; instead, they manage the logistics, vetting, and communication.
Vetting Expertise
The Carrier: The Muscle on the Road
A carrier is the company that actually owns the truck and trailer. They are responsible for the physical transport of your vehicle from point A to point B.
| Feature | Broker | Carrier |
|---|---|---|
| Service Area | Nationwide | Fixed Routes |
| Responsibility | Logistics & Vetting | Physical Transport |
| Availability | Flexible | Schedule-Dependent |
Why Most People Use Brokers
Expert Tip
How Seals Shipping Works
At Seals Shipping, we combine the best of both worlds. While we function as your logistics partner, we apply bank-grade security standardsto every carrier we hire.
Conclusion
Choosing the right partner means finding someone who understands accountability. Ready to ship? Let us handle the carrier vetting and logistics for you.
FAQs About Auto Transport
A broker is a licensed logistics intermediary who matches your shipment to vetted carriers — they don't own trucks. A carrier is the company that physically owns and operates the transport vehicle.
Brokers have access to a massive network of carriers and handle logistics, vetting, insurance verification, and problem-solving — things a single carrier can't offer across all routes.
