Car Carrier

Car carriers are the trucks which are used to transport passenger cars and construction machinery to site. Forklift, bulldozer, and excavators for on-site work have a disadvantage that they cannot run on public roads or even if they can, it is too slow to run by themselves.

A car carrier transports these construction machines to work site safely and efficiently. Car carrier carry not only construction machinery but also trucks and passenger vehicles.

Also, the feature of car carrier is that the loading platform floor is low for loading vehicles and construction machinery, and that the front of the vehicle is lifted and the rear of the loading platform is installed on the grand, or the loading platform slides.

Interesting Facts for Drivers

If you think you have what it takes to become a car hauler, there are some special requirements needed.

1. Applicants have to be at least 21 years of age to cross state lines.

2. A truck driver-training course is required. This course has to be taken by a Professional Truck Driver Institute (PTDI). It entails in class, and out of class l earning.

3. Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). Applicants must pass a written exam along with a driver’s test.

4. Drivers are required to pass a physical examination every two years. Good hearing and vision are required. Typically, one’s vision has to be at least 20/40 Normal blood pressure and arm and leg movement is essential.

5. Drivers need to have a perfectly clean Driving Record. No excessive speeding or DUI infractions, and a revoked license will result in a rejected application.

A driving test is also required. It examines your driving skills by looking at your ability in hauling large vehicles. A DMV representative will supervise and grade your ability accordingly.