Car Hauler Trucking in Hilo, HI

Market rates, top lanes, earnings estimates, and freight insights for car hauler owner-operators in Hilo.

$1.69

Rate / Mile

$13,520

Est. Gross / Month

$8,788

Est. Net / Month

West Coast

Market Region

About Car Hauler Trucking

Car haulers transport 8-10 vehicles per load between dealerships, auctions, ports, and manufacturers. Rates are per-vehicle rather than per-mile, with premium pricing for enclosed transport and long-distance moves.

Car Hauler Market in the West Coast

West Coast flatbed demand is driven by construction (massive housing and infrastructure projects), lumber from Pacific Northwest forests, and port-related project cargo. Long-haul lanes from California ports to Mountain West and Midwest destinations command premium rates. Seasonal lumber demand peaks in spring and summer. The region's mountainous terrain requires experienced drivers and well-maintained equipment.

Top Car Hauler Lanes from Hilo

Los Angeles CA → Las Vegas NV

Seattle WA → Portland OR

Oakland CA → Sacramento CA

Long Beach CA → Phoenix AZ

Why Hilo for Car Hauler

Key Industries

Agriculture (macadamia nuts, flowers, papaya)
Astronomy & Research
Tourism
Geothermal energy

Key Highways

HI-19 (Hawaii Belt Road north)HI-11 (Hawaii Belt Road south)Daniel K. Inouye Highway (Saddle Road)

Top Shippers

Young Brothers (inter-island barge)
Matson Navigation
Big Island Candies

Distribution Centers Near Hilo

KTA Super Stores warehouse

Sack N Save distribution

Young Brothers Hilo terminal

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Car Hauler Trucking in Hilo — FAQ

The estimated car hauler rate in Hilo is $1.69 per loaded mile. This reflects the West Coast regional market, local demand, and seasonal conditions. Actual rates vary by lane, broker, and load specifics.

Based on current market estimates, a car hauler owner-operator based in Hilo can expect approximately $13,520 gross monthly revenue and around $8,788 net after typical expenses (fuel, insurance, maintenance). Actual earnings depend on miles driven, load selection, and operating efficiency.

Top car hauler lanes from the Hilo market include: Los Angeles CA → Las Vegas NV, Seattle WA → Portland OR, Oakland CA → Sacramento CA, Long Beach CA → Phoenix AZ. These lanes reflect the West Coast freight patterns and may vary by season.

Hilo is located in the West Coast freight region with key industries including agriculture (macadamia nuts, flowers, papaya), astronomy & research, tourism. Access to HI-19 (Hawaii Belt Road north), HI-11 (Hawaii Belt Road south), Daniel K. Inouye Highway (Saddle Road) provides strong connectivity. Rates are competitive with the national average.

Key highways for car hauler freight in Hilo include HI-19 (Hawaii Belt Road north), HI-11 (Hawaii Belt Road south), Daniel K. Inouye Highway (Saddle Road). These corridors connect to major distribution centers and freight lanes across the West Coast region.