Just starting in car hauling

Dispatch for new car haulers

You bring the drive, we bring the loads. A dedicated dispatcher guides you from your very first pickup, you get paid twice a week, and 24/7 support in English, Portuguese and Spanish is one call away. No experience? No equipment? We'll help you start.

Apply now Estimate my earnings
2x
payments per week
1:1
dedicated dispatcher
24/7
trilingual support
+100
drivers connected
Starting from zero

No truck yet? You can still start hauling cars

Owning a rig is not the entry ticket. Through our partners you can rent the equipment, get connected to loads and start earning, without a six-figure purchase up front.

RENT A TRUCK
~$800 / week

Get on the road with a truck from our rental partners, no need to buy or finance one to begin.

RENT A TRAILER
~$200 / week

Add a car hauling trailer to your setup, pricing varies with size and configuration.

Why beginners start with us

You're not thrown into the deep end. Someone who knows the boards is in your corner from day one.

A dedicated dispatcher walks you through your first loads
Rent your equipment instead of buying, and start sooner
Get paid twice a week to keep your cash flow healthy from the start
What you need to start

The checklist to haul your first car

Three essentials get you legally on the road. Missing something? We'll point you in the right direction.

01 · AUTHORITY

Active MC/DOT number

Your operating authority. Just filed for yours? We'll help you understand the waiting period before you can run loads.

02 · INSURANCE

$1M liability + cargo

$1M auto liability plus cargo coverage sized for the vehicles you haul. Our team reviews your policy before your first load.

03 · LICENSE

The right driver's license

A 3-car hotshot setup can often run without a CDL; larger rigs require one. We'll help you confirm what your setup needs.

How a dispatcher helps

When you're new, a good dispatcher makes the difference

You focus on driving safely and delivering clean. Your dispatcher handles the parts that overwhelm most beginners: finding loads, negotiating pay, planning routes and chasing paperwork.

Negotiates your rates

New haulers often accept the first number offered. Your dispatcher negotiates every rate with brokers so you don't leave money on the table.

Cuts your deadhead

Empty miles quietly kill beginner profits. We chain your pickups and deliveries so your truck spends less time running empty.

Handles the paperwork

Rate confirmations, BOLs, invoicing and broker follow-up, handled by our team so nothing delays your payment.

Works the load boards

We work the major car hauling boards for you: Central Dispatch, Super Dispatch, CarsArrive, RPM Freight and Acertus, so you don't have to learn them all at once.

Solves problems on the road

Damaged unit at pickup? Broker not answering? We step in and resolve it while you keep moving, so a rough moment doesn't derail your day.

Answers 24/7 in 3 languages

English, Portuguese and Spanish, around the clock. When you're new, having someone who speaks your language pick up matters.

How it works

From application to your first load in 3 steps

A simple onboarding built for people who are new to car hauling.

1

Apply

Fill out the short application. Tell us where you're based, your equipment (or that you need to rent), and how often you want to be home.

2

Profile analysis

Our team reviews your authority, insurance and setup, then calls you to explain the next steps and match you with a dedicated dispatcher.

3

First load

Your dispatcher books and walks you through your first load. From there you get paid twice a week, every week.

You get paid twice a week, so your cash flow never waits a full week between paydays.
FAQ

New to car hauling? Start here

Can I start car hauling with no experience?+

Yes. Many of our drivers started with zero car hauling experience. Your dedicated dispatcher walks you through your first loads, and rented equipment lowers the barrier to entry.

Do I need to own a truck and trailer?+

No. Through our partners you can rent a truck for around US$800/week and a car hauling trailer for around US$200/week (varies by size), and start hauling without buying equipment.

Do I need a CDL to haul cars?+

Not necessarily. A 3-car hotshot setup (pickup + gooseneck trailer) can operate under 26,000 lbs GVWR without a CDL in most configurations. Larger rigs (6 to 9-car) do require one. We'll help you confirm what applies to your setup.

What do I need to get started?+

Three essentials: an active MC/DOT number, $1M auto liability plus cargo insurance, and the right driver's license for your equipment. If you're still setting these up, we'll point you in the right direction.

How does a dispatcher help a beginner?+

Your dispatcher finds loads, negotiates rates with brokers, plans routes to reduce deadhead, and handles paperwork like rate confirmations, BOLs and invoicing, the parts that overwhelm most new car haulers.

How fast do I get paid?+

Twice a week, while most of the market pays once. Faster, steadier cash flow matters most when you're just getting started.

What load boards will my loads come from?+

Central Dispatch, Super Dispatch, CarsArrive, RPM Freight and Acertus, plus direct broker relationships. You don't need to learn or subscribe to them all, your dispatcher works them for you.

How do I apply and how long does it take?+

Fill out the application form, our team reviews your profile and calls you to explain the next steps. Most drivers get their first load within days of onboarding.

Start your car hauling career this week

Apply now and talk to a dispatcher who will build your plan: equipment, lanes and pay, step by step.

Apply now WhatsApp
978-401-4999 978-440-3993 support@trucksmile.com