As the demand for truck rentals for cargo transportation increases, especially in big cities or inter-provincial transportation areas, sophisticated scams in this industry are also increasing. Many people have lost money, damaged goods, or even lost goods due to subjectivity or lack of information.
🚨 1. The trick of quoting surprisingly low prices, then “inflating” the price
This is the most common trick: initially, the rental unit quotes extremely attractive prices to attract customers. But after the delivery is completed or in the middle of the road, they suddenly “announce” that there are additional costs such as:
Road tolls, loading and unloading fees
Long waiting time surcharge
Unannounced “overload” and “oversized” cargo fees
🔍 How to avoid:
Request a complete quote in writing or via text message
Clearly state the costs included: gas, road tolls, loading and unloading, etc.
If there are any adjustments, request confirmation before performing the service
🚨 2. Impersonating a large transportation company
Some subjects impersonate reputable brands, create fake websites or fanpages with names similar to large enterprises, post professional images and logos to create trust.
After customers transfer deposits or sign contracts, they “disappear” or deliver vehicles of poor quality, inexperienced drivers, or even abandon the goods in the middle of the road.
🔍 How to avoid:
Check the business name, phone number, tax code carefully
Visit the official website, check contact information
Find reviews on Google Maps, Facebook, shipping groups
Avoid transferring deposits to individuals who are unclear, without a contract
🚨 3. Losing or swapping goods
Some subjects take advantage of loopholes to:
Steal goods during loading
Swap valuable goods
Driver does not deliver to the destination, then "cannot be contacted"
This often happens if you:
No goods handover minutes
Do not supervise loading
Do not take photos, seal the goods carefully
🔍 How to avoid:
Take photos of the goods before loading
Have someone supervise the loading - delivery process
Clearly state the condition of the goods on the delivery note
Seal the goods and sign the confirmation of both parties
🚨 4. Force deposit immediately or deposit unusually high
Many people rush to deposit when they see a car available at a good price without verifying carefully. Fraudsters often force a deposit quickly, using the excuse of "keeping the car", "keeping the schedule", then disappear.
Or if the car is delivered, the quality is not as promised, or the car arrives late, leaving you passive.
🔍 How to avoid:
Do not deposit without confirming the shipping unit's information clearly
Only transfer to the company account or verified number
Limit deposit to 30% if you have never used the service
Should request a service contract, invoice or receipt
🚨 5. Vehicle does not match the description, incorrect load capacity
In some cases, the rental unit advertises a new model vehicle with a large box, but when arriving, it is:
Old vehicle, not safe
The box is too small, not enough to hold goods
Delivering a light truck when requesting a large vehicle, causing overload - fined
🔍 How to avoid:
Request a real image of the vehicle before confirming the rental
Ask carefully about the technical specifications: box length, load capacity, number of seats, box type
Check the license plate and vehicle documents before loading goods
If renting a vehicle with a driver, verify a valid driver's license
✅ Do How to rent a truck safely, without being scammed?
Here are 6 golden rules to help you feel secure when renting a truck to transport goods:
Principles Important reasons
✅ Check company information, tax code, address Avoid being scammed by fake units
✅ Request a full quote, no additional costs Protect your budget, avoid being forced to pay a price halfway
✅ Have a clear contract or receipt As legally binding evidence
✅ Take photos - seal the goods Proof of protection if there is a loss
✅ Limit high deposits if you do not trust Avoid risks if the unit is not reputable
✅ Find a unit with good reviews - get recommendations Increase reliability, limit risks
📌 Conclusion
As the transportation market develops rapidly, it is also the time when scams become more sophisticated and harder to detect. The important thing is that you need to be alert, always check the information carefully and only work with reputable, transparent units.
Don't let temporary convenience cost you dearly.
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