In the automotive industry, timing, coordination, and consistency are everything. Dealerships, OEMs, and auctions depend on predictable vehicle movement to keep their operations functioning — from sales cycles to production timelines. Yet many businesses continue to rely on inconsistent carriers, unverified local drivers, or last-minute transport options without understanding the real costs behind those decisions. […]

In today’s dealership and OEM logistics landscape, visibility is no longer a luxury — it’s a baseline requirement. Delays, miscommunication, and unclear ETAs cost teams both time and money, impacting sales, production timelines, and customer expectations. Real-time tracking has emerged as one of the most transformative tools in the auto transport industry, giving businesses complete […]

Why Auction-to-Dealership Transport Is One of the Most Critical Steps in Inventory Acquisition For many dealerships, auctions are the lifeblood of their inventory pipeline. Whether sourcing late-model units, filling gaps in specific trims, or stocking used-car departments, auctions provide essential volume. But while bidding may take minutes, getting vehicles from auction yards to dealership lots […]

Why Transport Delays Are a Bigger Problem Than Most Dealers Realize For many auto dealerships, delayed vehicle deliveries are seen as an occasional inconvenience – an issue that disrupts the day but not the bottom line. In reality, even minor transport delays trigger significant financial, operational, and reputational consequences. When vehicles arrive days later than […]

The Shifting Landscape of OEM Distribution in 2025 In 2025, OEMs face a more complex and dynamic distribution environment than ever before. Production fluctuations, evolving consumer demand, EV rollout schedules, and multi-state dealer networks place intense pressure on manufacturers to move vehicles efficiently. While factories and logistics centers are optimized for output, the final step […]

The Financial Pressure of Aging Inventory for Dealerships For auto dealerships, inventory aging is more than a logistics issue – it’s a direct financial liability. Every day a vehicle sits unsold, it loses value, ties up capital, increases flooring costs, and reduces the dealership’s ability to rotate stock efficiently. In a competitive market where margins […]

Our leadership team just got back from our insurance partner’s Annual Board Meeting. What we tackled: • Insurance costs aren’t going down. How do we stay competitive without cutting corners on coverage? • Safety tech is evolving fast. Which investments actually protect our drivers and reduce claims? • Legal and compliance landscape keeps shifting. What’s […]

Used Car Week kicks off today 🔥 Find us at Booth 101 to discuss logistics solutions that keep your fleet moving and your operations efficient — from capacity planning to cross-border coordination. Play our game, grab some CRC Transport merch, and let’s talk about what’s actually slowing down your inventory turns. Week’s just getting started. […]

Before conferences turn into a blur of badges and agendas, we took a moment to reset as a team – one evening off the grid to talk about where CRC Transport is heading next in the used-vehicle space and what we actually want to get out of the week ahead. Next stop: Used Car Week […]

The CRC Transport team was privileged to be hosted by Mitsubishi Motors North America for our Q3 KPI review. It was a productive session that reinforced our partnership and aligned our focus for the road ahead. We discussed current performance, upcoming projections, and the challenges and opportunities that come with closing out a strong year. […]

In today’s fast-paced automotive market, dealerships must balance cost-efficiency with reliability when transporting vehicles. While it may be tempting to choose the cheapest option, prioritizing low rates over service quality can result in delays, damaged vehicles, and lost customer trust. Ensuring a steady, dependable flow of inventory depends on working with car transporting company partners […]

As dealerships expand their reach, one of the biggest challenges they face is efficiently scaling vehicle logistics. Whether managing inventory across multiple states or optimizing regional deliveries, a reliable transport system is essential. Transitioning from local moves to nationwide logistics requires more than just additional carriers — it demands strategy, consistency, and trusted car shipper […]

In today’s competitive automotive logistics industry, success is no longer determined solely by fleet size or experience. Instead, it’s driven by data. From route optimization to delivery accuracy, data-powered insights are transforming how dealerships, manufacturers, and carriers operate. The shift toward data-driven decision making helps eliminate inefficiencies, cut costs, and enhance reliability — three factors […]

Dealer-to-dealer vehicle transfers are an essential part of the automotive retail ecosystem. Whether it’s balancing inventory across locations, fulfilling specific model requests, or optimizing regional availability, these movements keep dealership networks efficient. Yet, many dealers underestimate the hidden costs involved in these transfers — from inefficient routing to unnecessary downtime. Understanding and addressing these hidden […]

For multi-location dealerships, fleet management is a balancing act of timing, coordination, and cost control. With vehicles constantly rotating between locations, auctions, and customers, efficient logistics become essential to maintaining profitability. Partnering with a reliable vehicle shipper and optimizing delivery routes are key to ensuring that every unit moves quickly and efficiently across your entire […]

For dealerships, rental agencies, and corporate fleets, transportation efficiency is more than logistics – it’s a competitive advantage. As vehicle demand shifts rapidly across regions, having access to nationwide auto transport networks ensures every car reaches the right market at the right time. Partnering with large-scale transport companies for vehicles provides flexibility, reliability, and scalability […]