Beyond Copart: How to Score Deals at HiBid, City Surplus, and Texas Impound Auctions (And Get Them Home)
1: The Secret Market Everyone knows about Copart and IAA. That’s why the bidding wars there are insane. Smart Texas buyers know the real deals are hidden on platforms like HiBid, Rene Bates, and local Wrecker Lien Sales. This is where you find: City & County...
Won an Auction? Here is How to Avoid Copart & IAA Storage Fees in Texas
1: The "Ticking Clock" Hook - Avoid Copart storage fees Congratulations on winning your bid! But don’t celebrate too long—the clock is already ticking. Most people don't realize that Copart and IAA (Insurance Auto Auctions) operate on strict timelines. If you don't...
Simple Steps to Prepare Your Car for Transport (And Avoid Delays)
You’ve booked your transport with La Chingona Trucking, and we are on our way. But is your vehicle ready to go? Shipping a car isn’t quite like parking it at the mall. To ensure your vehicle is insured properly and arrives safely, there are a few things you need to do...
Open vs. Enclosed Car Shipping: Do You Really Need to Pay Double?
When you need to ship a car—whether it’s a classic restoration, a dealership trade, or your daily driver—you are faced with a choice: Open Transport or Enclosed Transport. Enclosed shipping sounds safer, but it often costs 50% to 100% more. Is it worth it? For 95% of...
Bought a Non-Running Car at Copart or IAA? Here is How We Get It Home
You just won the bid. The adrenaline is fading, and now the reality sets in: How do I get a non-running vehicle out of a muddy auction yard and into my driveway? Most standard tow companies won't touch auction vehicles. They don't have the patience for the gate...
Why Smart Texas Dealers Are Switching to Hotshot Transport for Dealer Trades
Dealer Trade Transport Texas - Time is money, and reliable Dealer Trade Transport Texas services are the fastest way to stop losing days on inventory transfers. If you just acquired a clean F-150 or a low-mileage Camry from another dealership in Dallas to sell on your...
Bought a Car at Copart or IAA? Here’s How to Get It Home (Even If It Doesn’t Run)
Key Takeaways: Service: Auction transport for Copart and IAA locations across Texas. Specialty: Recovery of Inop (Non-running) and salvage vehicles using hotshot trailers with winches. Speed: Same-day or next-day pickup to avoid daily storage fees. Requirements: We...