Hauling cars can be a pretty fun and rewarding line of work, not to mention earn you and your auto transport business a whole lot of cash. But before you start earning big, there are a few things that you need to know about running a business – one of the biggest and most important things to know is what load boards are, and how load boards work.
For those who are brand new to hauling cars, you may have never even heard of the term load board, which we wouldn’t blame you for. But today, we’ll do our best to help explain what load boards are, how they work, and the difference between basic load boards and the best load boards on the market.
What is a Load Board?
A load board is essentially an online marketplace that both Carriers and Shippers regularly use for moving their loads. Shippers use it for finding Carriers to take their loads, while Carriers use it for finding loads to haul for their car hauling business.
A load board is what allows Shippers and Carriers to meet and do business with one another, and since the first one launched online over twenty years ago, it has become the biggest and most convenient way for auto transport workers to do business.
How do Load Boards Work?
While many load boards may vary from one another slightly, each works essentially the same: Shippers post loads that they need moved onto the platform, and then Carriers search for said loads. Carriers must contact Shippers in order to request taking their load – usually via an outside source, such as a phone call or direct email. Most traditional load boards lack a direct messaging feature, so requesting loads is usually a fairly monotonous and time consuming process.
Luckily, newer load boards like Super Loadboard have streamlined the load requesting and booking process. Super Loadboard has a built-in messaging feature, which allows users to PM others without ever needing to pick up their phone or send an email.
After a Carrier books a load, they’ll be tasked with picking it up and delivering it within the time frame designated by the Shipper. After the transaction, Shippers and Carriers will be able to rate one another. And if they’re using Super Loadboard, Shippers even have the ability to mark their favorite Carriers as “Preferred,” which will grant the ability to instantly book loads without having to send any offers.
Try Super Loadboard
Super Loadboard is an advanced marketplace that is built-in with Super Dispatch’s Carrier TMS, and allows Carriers to easily book loads posted by Shippers in their area. Our load board is easily to use, and has several exclusive features including GPS tracking, instant booking, and more. If you’re a new car hauler looking to book loads today, then what are you waiting for? Try a free demo of Super Dispatch today!
