RateShield: Our 30-Day Price Lock Guarantee
RateShield locks your car shipping price for 30 days. No bait-and-switch, no surprise rate hikes. Here's exactly how it works and what it protects you from.
What Is RateShield?
RateShield is Web Auto Transport's price lock guarantee. When you book your shipment with us, the price is locked for 30 calendar days, regardless of what happens to carrier market rates during that window.
If diesel prices spike slightly, demand surges, or your route gets more competitive, you still pay the price we quoted. We absorb the market risk, not you.
What RateShield Protects Against
Bait-and-switch pricing: The most common deception in auto transport is a low opening quote followed by a price increase before pickup. RateShield contractually prevents this.
Seasonal surges: If you book in mid-September but your vehicle doesn't ship until peak snowbird season in October, your price doesn't increase to reflect the surge.
Fuel cost fluctuations: Diesel prices are volatile. RateShield means a slight, sudden fuel price spike doesn't become your problem.
How RateShield Works
- Get a quote at webautotransport.com, through LiveChat, or by calling (760) 932-2886
- Your quote is valid for 7 calendar days from the date of issue
- Book any time within that 7-day window at the same price
- Once your order is confirmed, your price is locked for 30 calendar days
What RateShield Does Not Cover
- Changes to your shipment details (different vehicle, new route, upgraded transport type)
- Additional services you add (expedited pickup, enclosed upgrade)
- Force major events, sharp fuel price spike
- Nationwide or regional carrier capacity shortages
RateShield vs. Competitors
| Company | Price lock? | Window |
|---|---|---|
| Web Auto Transport | Yes (RateShield) | 30 days |
| Typical broker | No | Price expires in 7-10 days |
| Low-price brokers | No | Price may change at any time |
Q&A
Q: Do I need to pay anything to lock my rate?
No. Getting a quote and having your price locked with RateShield costs nothing. You pay $0 until a carrier is assigned.
Q: What if the market rate drops below my locked price?
Contact us. We aim to give you the best market rate, and if a significant decrease occurs before dispatch, we'll discuss your options.
Q: Does RateShield apply to all service types?
Yes, open transport, enclosed transport, and expedited service all receive the same 30-day price lock.
Lock your rate today. Get a free quote at webautotransport.com, use LiveChat or call (760) 932-2886) / (760) WEB-AUTO. USDOT# 4574725 | FMCSA Licensed and Bonded. Email: info@webautotransport.com