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Preparing for Special Exhibits: Moving Display Cars Safely and Fast

Running a world-class automotive museum or managing a prestigious private collection means more than curating great cars—it means moving display cars regularly. Rotating seasonal exhibits, setting up special events, and repositioning featured vehicles are part of the job. And every time you rearrange the floor, you’re navigating a logistical puzzle that puts irreplaceable machinery at risk.

The challenge isn’t just getting a 4,000-pound classic from Point A to Point B. It’s doing so without scuffing a bumper, cracking a heritage tile, or filling your gallery with exhaust fumes. For museum managers, collection owners, and boutique dealerships, that challenge demands a smarter approach—one built specifically for the job.

Why Exhibit Transitions Are Harder Than They Look

Automotive museums are dynamic environments. Seasonal exhibits come and go. Special loan vehicles arrive and depart. Featured cars rotate to keep regular visitors engaged and attract new ones. Behind every smooth exhibit changeover is a logistical operation that most visitors never see—and never should.

The floor alone presents serious risk. Many automotive museums are housed in historic buildings with original hardwood, polished concrete, or decorative tile surfaces that took decades to develop their patina. Rolling a multi-ton vehicle across those surfaces without the right equipment is a gamble few curators are willing to take. Add in the proximity of adjacent display pieces—signage, barriers, neighboring vehicles—and the margin for error shrinks fast.

Then there’s the air quality issue. Starting an engine indoors to reposition a car, even briefly, introduces carbon monoxide and hydrocarbons into an enclosed space. For staff working through a multi-hour exhibit reconfiguration, that’s a health and safety concern. For conservation, combustion byproducts are equally unwelcome around leather interiors, rubber seals, and original paintwork.

Traditional methods—push teams, shop dollies, improvised rigging—carry their own risks. Uneven force applied to a bumper or body panel can cause damage that’s both cosmetic and costly. On a vehicle valued at six or seven figures, that’s not a risk worth taking.

Protecting What Matters Most During Heavy Reconfigurations

When your exhibit floor holds vehicles worth hundreds of thousands—or millions—of dollars, the equipment you use moving display cars has to match that standard. That means:

Zero engine operation indoors. No idling, no exhaust, no risk to staff or vehicles.

Controlled, even force. Movement that doesn’t stress bumpers, push rods, or body panels.

Floor-friendly contact points. Non-marking wheels that protect heritage surfaces.

Precision handling. The ability to navigate tight spaces between display cars without incident.

This is where purpose-built vehicle movers earn their place on the exhibit floor.

The CarCaddy Advantage for Event and Museum-Grade Moves

The CarCaddy Vehicle Puller—Collector’s Edition is engineered for exactly this kind of work. American-made and purpose-designed for environments where precision and protection are non-negotiable, CarCaddy moves vehicles up to 7,000 lbs. safely, efficiently, and without contact with the bumper or body of the vehicle.

For museum managers and collection owners, several features stand out immediately.

A zero-emission electric drive system. CarCaddy runs on a 36V three-battery system, meaning no combustion, no exhaust, and no air quality concerns during multi-vehicle reconfigurations. Your staff can work through a full exhibit transition without cracking open a door.

Non-marking wheels throughout. The non-marking drive wheel and crown caster wheels protect delicate flooring surfaces—critical in heritage buildings where the floor itself is part of the exhibit.

Variable roller arms and low-profile design. The adjustable roller arms load and unload cleanly on almost any vehicle, while the low-profile chassis keeps things stable and controlled, even on vehicles with minimal ground clearance.

Rider and walkie operation. The lighted ride-on platform flips up and down, giving operators the flexibility to ride during longer moves or walk alongside for precision maneuvering in tight spaces. Hi-beam headlights make vehicle acquisition fast, even in dim gallery lighting.

Speed that keeps doors open on schedule. Exhibit transitions that once required large crews and extended downtime can be completed faster and with fewer people. That matters when your opening time is fixed and your audience is waiting.

Neutral throttle braking and adjustable acceleration. These features give operators fine control over every move—no sudden lurches, no momentum-driven contact with surrounding displays.

The Collector’s Edition also happens to look the part. Available in Ferrari Red, Matte Black with Gold, Baby Blue, Pink, Silver, and White, CarCaddy can be customized to complement a specific vehicle or collection aesthetic. For a museum environment, that’s a detail worth noting.

Exhibit Turnover Speed Is a Competitive Advantage

The faster you can safely reconfigure your exhibit floor, the more flexibility you have to take on special loans, rotating features, and event-based displays. Museums and dealerships that rely on slow, labor-intensive repositioning methods are limited in what they can offer—and how often they can offer it.

A reliable vehicle mover like CarCaddy compresses the time between “closed for transition” and “open to visitors.” Fewer staff hours. Less risk at every step. And a professional result that reflects the quality of the collection itself.

For boutique dealerships managing high-value inventory in tight showroom spaces, the same logic applies. Moving a consignment vehicle from storage to the floor shouldn’t require a production. CarCaddy makes it a two-person operation—or less.

The Right Tool for Moving Display Cars Protects Your Investment at Every Stage

Every move you make on an exhibit floor is a risk-management decision. The vehicles you’re moving represent years of acquisition, restoration, and preservation. The floor beneath them, the displays around them, and the staff moving them all deserve the same level of care.

CarCaddy was built for these moving display car moments—the exhibit transitions, the event setups, the last-minute repositioning that comes with running a world-class facility. Purpose-built, electric-powered, and designed to move valuable vehicles without drama or damage.

Ready to see how CarCaddy fits your operation?

Visit carcaddyvehiclepuller.com to review full specifications and explore the Collector’s Edition in detail. Then complete the contact form to connect directly with one of CarCaddy’s product engineers. They’ll walk you through the right configuration for your facility, your vehicles, and your team—so your next exhibit transition goes exactly as planned.

Moving Millions in Silence: What Jay Leno’s Garage Teaches Us About Showroom Safety

Few garages on earth carry the same weight—literally and figuratively—as Jay Leno’s Big Dog Garage in Burbank, California. With over 181 cars and 160 motorcycles, collectively valued at an estimated $53 million, Leno’s collection is less a hobby and more a living museum. Every vehicle is a runner, not a display piece. And every vehicle, at some point, needs to be moved.

That’s where things get complicated.

For automotive museum managers, private registry curators, and boutique dealerships housing rare and irreplaceable vehicles, moving cars around a facility is one of the highest-risk, most under-appreciated tasks in the business. It happens daily. It rarely makes headlines—until something goes catastrophically wrong.

The Financial Stakes Are Higher Than Most People Realize

Managing an elite collection isn’t just about aesthetics. It’s about liability. When a single car in your facility is worth $20 million, every movement becomes a calculated risk.

The crown jewel of Leno’s collection is his 1934 Duesenberg Walker Coupe—an absolute one-of-one aerodynamic marvel, custom-built in the 1930s for a pharmaceutical tycoon, and never replicated. There is no parts catalog for a car like this. No second chance if the bodywork gets dented. No insurance payout that restores irreplaceable pre-war metalwork or the provenance attached to original paintwork.

Behind the Duesenberg sits his 1994 McLaren F1—one of only 106 ever produced—currently valued at $12 million. Then there’s the 1963 Chrysler Turbine Car, the 1967 Lamborghini Miura P400, the 1928 Bentley Speed 6, and early steam-powered vehicles that pre-date modern automotive engineering by decades.

Each of these vehicles presents its own set of logistical challenges. Each one is irreplaceable.

Why Hand-Pushing Is Never the Right Answer

Here’s a scenario that plays out in garages and showrooms more often than it should: a curator needs to shuffle a car three feet to the left to make room for an incoming vehicle. There’s no key, or the battery is dead, or—more critically—the vehicle simply should not be started for a quick reposition. So the team gathers around, places hands on body panels, and pushes.

For vehicles like the early steam-powered cars in Leno’s collection, or experimental models like the Chrysler Turbine, starting the engine for a minor repositioning isn’t just inconvenient—it can be genuinely harmful to the vehicle and dangerous for the crew. But a five-man push introduces its own set of risks: uneven force distribution, accidental contact with fragile paint, one misstep near a low-clearance bumper, or a crew member losing their footing on a polished concrete floor.

On a $20 million car, a single handprint pressed into 90-year-old lacquer during an awkward push is not a minor incident. It’s a disaster.

The Mechanical Diversity Problem in Elite Collections

Part of what makes collections like Leno’s so extraordinary is their range. You might have a modern carbon-fiber supercar parked beside a century-old steam vehicle. A turbine-powered experimental prototype adjacent to a classic Lamborghini Countach.

These vehicles do not share the same weight distribution, suspension geometry, or structural tolerances. They require a repositioning solution that adapts to them—not the other way around. That’s precisely the gap that a purpose-built electric vehicle mover fills.

Rather than relying on human judgment and grip strength, a dedicated car pushing machine engages directly with the tires, applying smooth, controlled force at the safest possible contact point. No body panel contact, no improvised leverage, and no risk of a crew member losing their footing mid-push.

Why CarCaddy Is the Right Tool for High-Value Collections

CarCaddy is an American-made electric vehicle mover engineered specifically for environments where precision and protection are non-negotiable. Designed for museums, private collectors, and boutique dealerships, the CarCaddy handles vehicles up to 7,000 lbs with controlled, battery-powered movement—safely, quietly, and without exhaust fumes that could contaminate a closed showroom or storage facility.

A single operator controls the CarCaddy from an ergonomic ride-on or walk-behind platform, with a variable roller arm system that adjusts for loading and unloading of almost any vehicle. The non-marking drive wheels and crown caster wheels ensure no contact marks are left on delicate flooring—an important detail in facilities housing multi-million dollar collections.

Unlike competitors such as Stringo or Power Pusher, the CarCaddy is built with a low-profile design that works in tight showroom configurations without requiring costly facility modifications or a large operational footprint. The 36V three-battery drive system delivers smooth, adjustable acceleration and neutral throttle braking—meaning the operator stays in complete control, even when maneuvering a historically significant vehicle in a confined space.

For facilities where repositioning happens regularly, this isn’t a luxury. It’s the right way to operate.

The Standard You Set Reflects the Collection You Keep

A $53 million collection doesn’t stay valuable by accident. It stays valuable because every decision—every restoration, every storage arrangement, every repositioning—is made with the long-term integrity of the vehicle in mind.

Automotive museums and private curators who operate at this level understand that the tools you use to move vehicles reflect the standard of care you bring to everything else. A manual push is a judgment call made under pressure. An electric car pusher is a system built for precision.

The difference between the two shows up not in the moments where nothing goes wrong—but in the moments where it almost does.

Ready to Protect What You’ve Built?

At CarCaddy, we work with museum managers, private collectors, and dealership operators who take vehicle safety seriously. Our team of product engineers understands the unique challenges of moving rare, dead-battery, or structurally sensitive vehicles through tight spaces—and we’re ready to help you find the right configuration for your facility.

Visit carcaddyvehiclepuller.com to review the full specifications for the CarCaddy Collector’s Edition. Then complete the contact form to connect directly with one of our product engineers. We’ll walk you through the options, answer your questions, and make sure you have the right vehicle mover for the collection you’ve worked hard to build.

Preserving History: Why Museums Trust the CarCaddy

Ask any museum curator about their job, and you’ll hear a familiar mix of pride and pressure. They aren’t just dusting display cases. They’re the guardians of history—and when that history happens to be a 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO or a one-of-a-kind concept car from the 1930s, the stakes climb into the millions.

Caring for rare, vintage, and historically significant automobiles is a privilege. It’s also a daily test of patience, planning, and precision. These vehicles weren’t built to last forever, yet curators are tasked with keeping them pristine for generations to come. Every decision matters, from climate control to lighting to the gentle hands that touch the paint.

And then there’s the part nobody warns you about: actually moving the cars. It sounds simple. It’s anything but.

The Hidden Risk in Moving Priceless Cars

Picture a packed exhibit hall. Display pedestals everywhere. Velvet ropes. Glass cases just inches from priceless fenders. Now imagine you need to shift a multimillion-dollar automobile three feet to the left for a new exhibit layout. How do you do it without putting the car—or your staff—at risk?

Curators face two bad options, and both come with real consequences.

Option one: start the engine.

It seems logical. The car has a motor, so why not use it? Because firing up a rare, decades-old engine just to roll a few feet causes genuine harm. Old seals dry out. Fuel systems gum up. Fragile components wear down with every unnecessary ignition. You’re trading long-term preservation for short-term convenience—a terrible deal when the engine itself is part of what makes the car valuable. Many of these vehicles haven’t run in years, and for good reason.

Option two: push it by hand.

This is where things get dangerous. Manual pushing invites human error in the worst possible setting. One slip, one misjudged angle, and you’ve got a dented panel, a scratched bumper, or a car that’s rolled into a display stand. Then there’s the human cost. Pushing a 4,000-pound vehicle strains backs, pulls muscles, and turns a routine task into an injury report.

Neither choice protects what matters most. Curators deserve a third option—one built for delicacy, not damage.

A Smarter Way to Move Multimillion-Dollar Vehicles

That’s exactly why the CarCaddy exists. It’s an electric vehicle mover designed for high-value environments where mistakes simply aren’t an option.

Here’s what sets it apart. The CarCaddy pulls vehicles up to 7,000 pounds easily, safely, and efficiently—without ever touching the engine. No ignition, no wear, no fumes. The car stays exactly as it should: silent, preserved, and protected. For a museum, that peace of mind is worth its weight in gold.

Size is where the CarCaddy really shines. Its low-profile, compact design lets staff maneuver expensive vehicles around tight corners and snug display pedestals with confidence. You’re not wrestling with a bulky industrial machine meant for a factory floor. You’re working with a tool that respects the space—and the cars—around it.

A few features make it especially well-suited to museum work:

• 7,000 lb. pulling capacity for handling everything from lightweight classics to heavier vintage models

• 36V electric drive system with a non-marking drive wheel, so your floors stay flawless

• Variable adjustable arms that load and unload almost any vehicle with ease

• Zero emissions, keeping the air clean around irreplaceable collections

• Smooth 0–3 mph forward and reverse control for slow, deliberate movements in tight quarters

• Non-marking crown caster wheels that won’t leave a trace on polished gallery floors

There’s also the matter of looks, which collectors and curators appreciate more than most. The Collector’s Edition comes in standard Ferrari Red, with options like Matte Black and Gold, Baby Blue, Silver, and more. It’s a piece of equipment that earns its place beside the cars it serves. As the team behind it puts it, “Let us know if we need to match a certain vehicle or collection and we will do it!”

Built in America and backed by a technical service team that ships parts the same day, the CarCaddy is ready to work when work needs doing. That reliability counts when you’re responsible for the irreplaceable.

Why Compact Design Beats Heavy-Duty Muscle

It’s tempting to assume bigger means better when it comes to moving vehicles. In a museum, the opposite is true. Heavy-duty industrial movers are built for brute force—useful on a loading dock, risky around a glass display case.

Preservation calls for finesse. The cars in your care are delicate, valuable, and often one of a kind. They need a tool that moves them with the same care a conservator brings to a centuries-old painting. The CarCaddy’s strength is its control. It does the heavy lifting while your staff stays in command, gliding a priceless vehicle into place without strain, fumes, or fear of a costly mistake.

That’s the difference between moving cars and protecting them.

Upgrade Your Preservation Toolkit

Museum directors invest heavily in keeping their collections safe—climate systems, security, lighting, and expert staff. Yet one of the most common risks to a vehicle happens in the simple act of moving it. The right equipment closes that gap.

If your team is still starting engines or pushing priceless automobiles by hand, it’s time for a better approach. The CarCaddy gives you a way to move your collection with the care it deserves, protecting both your vehicles and the people who look after them.

Your cars have already stood the test of time. Give them a mover built to keep it that way. Visit the CarCaddy website to learn more, explore color options, and find the right fit for your collection.

The Heavyweight Champions: How to Safely Move “Dead” Electric Vehicles

Electric vehicles have changed everything about modern automotive service—and not just what’s under the hood. When a dead or unpowered EV rolls into your shop, the challenges start before you even lift a wrench. These machines are heavier, more sensitive, and far less forgiving than their gas-powered counterparts. Moving them the wrong way can cost you far more than the repair job itself. This is where the CarCaddy electric vehicle puller shines.

This post breaks down exactly why dead EVs demand a different approach, what’s at risk when you get it wrong, and how the CarCaddy Electric Vehicle Puller gives your team the precision and power to handle them safely, every single time.

Why Dead EVs Are a Different Animal

The shift to electric vehicles hasn’t just changed how cars are powered—it’s changed how much they weigh. A Tesla Model S tips the scales at around 4,900 lbs. A GMC Hummer EV? Nearly 9,000 lbs. Even mid-range electric crossovers routinely land between 4,500 and 6,000 lbs, all because of the enormous lithium-ion battery packs required to power them.

That weight is the first problem. When an EV’s battery is depleted or the system is completely shut down, you can’t rely on the vehicle’s own power-assisted systems to help. The brakes are heavier to engage. The steering offers no assistance. And pushing or maneuvering a 6,000-lb vehicle by hand through a service bay isn’t just inefficient—it’s a serious injury risk for your technicians.

The second problem is less obvious, but potentially far more expensive.

Protecting Sensitive EV Drivetrains: The Back-EMF Risk

Here’s something many shop owners don’t know until it’s too late. Pushing or improperly towing an electric vehicle—even a short distance—can damage the drivetrain. The reason comes down to physics.

Electric motors work in both directions. When electricity flows in, the motor spins the wheels. But when the wheels spin while the motor is unpowered, the motor acts like a generator, producing what’s called back-EMF (back electromotive force). Without the vehicle’s control systems active to regulate this, the voltage generated can spike and damage the inverter, the motor windings, or other sensitive electronics. According to automotive engineers and EV forums, flat-towing an EV—or dragging it with its driven wheels rolling on the ground—is a well-documented cause of inverter failure.

Dual-motor drivetrains are particularly vulnerable. With motors on both axles, any uncontrolled wheel spin during an improper tow creates simultaneous back-EMF at the front and rear. Add regenerative braking systems into the mix, and the risk of expensive electronic damage multiplies further.

The solution isn’t to push harder or pull more carefully. The solution is to take the driven wheels completely out of the equation.

How the CarCaddy Protects Your EVs and Your Bottom Line

The CarCaddy electric vehicle puller is specifically designed for exactly this scenario. Rather than pushing or dragging the vehicle from behind—or rolling it on its own driven wheels—the CarCaddy uses hydraulic roller arms to cradle the front tires and lift them off the ground entirely.

That single design decision changes everything.

With the front wheels suspended, the drive axle doesn’t rotate. No wheel spin means no unintended motor activation. No motor activation means no back-EMF. Your customer’s EV drivetrain stays completely undisturbed, and you avoid the kind of repair bills that can turn a standard service job into a warranty nightmare.

The CarCaddy VP 7K handles vehicles up to 7,000 lbs.—more than enough for most luxury EVs currently on the road. The hydraulic dual tire engaging system loads the vehicle smoothly, without the straps, hooks, or rubber push pads that create contact points on bumpers and body panels. For shops working with high-value electric vehicles, that level of care matters enormously.

Power and Precision to Match EV Weight

Moving a 6,000-lb vehicle through a busy service bay requires more than raw pulling strength. It requires control.

The CarCaddy’s 36VDC drive system—running on a three-battery configuration—delivers steady, reliable power without sudden torque spikes that could send a heavy EV rolling out of position. Variable speed thumb control lets your technician dial in exactly the right pace for the situation, whether that’s a slow, careful crawl through a tight bay door or a more efficient repositioning across an open floor.

Neutral throttle braking is one of the features that makes the biggest practical difference on the shop floor. The moment a technician releases the throttle, the unit stops. There’s no coasting, no drift, no momentum carrying a multi-ton EV somewhere it shouldn’t go. Combined with an emergency safety stop switch, the CarCaddy gives a single operator full, confident control over a vehicle that would otherwise require four or five people to nudge manually—and even then, not safely.

The walk-behind design makes it equally manageable in confined spaces. Standard service bays weren’t built with 7,000-lb electric trucks in mind, but with the CarCaddy’s electric vehicle puller’s maneuverability, your team can navigate those same bays without modification or risk.

Future-Proof Your Shop for the EV Revolution

EVs aren’t a niche market anymore. They’re the direction the entire industry is heading, and shops that aren’t equipped to handle them safely and efficiently will fall behind fast. Injury claims from manual vehicle handling, drivetrain damage from improper towing, and bottlenecked service bays are all avoidable problems—but only if you have the right equipment.

Our family business engineered the CarCaddy to handle the heaviest modern vehicles with absolute precision and zero strain on your team. One technician. One unit. Full control over a vehicle that weighs as much as a small truck.

Contact us today for a free price quote, and let’s make sure your shop is ready for every EV that rolls through your door.

Beyond the Bumper: Why Historic Paints and Original Chrome Require a Tire-Lift Solution

Quick answer: Traditional push-pads and complex metal frames can easily damage delicate automotive paint, custom wraps, and vintage chrome trim. To prevent micro-abrasions and stress fractures, auto businesses should use an electric car pusher that features an under-car cradle design. This method safely grips only the rubber tires, leaving zero trace on the vehicle.

Operating a boutique auto dealership, restoration shop, or high-end garage means handling significant investments every single day. You take in vehicles that feature original chrome trim, rare fiberglass panels, and expensive custom vinyl wraps. Moving these cars around the shop floor safely is a top priority for your daily operations. You need to maximize efficiency without putting your clients’ assets at risk.

Many shops rely on outdated equipment to move dead vehicles. Employees often use manual pushing techniques or rely on generic equipment equipped with bulky push-pads. While these methods might seem cost-effective initially, they introduce a high risk of accidental damage. Even a minor scratch on a vintage vehicle can destroy your profit margin and damage your reputation with a loyal customer.

Upgrading your shop floor technology directly protects your bottom line. Investing in a specialized electric car pusher ensures that your staff can move vehicles efficiently and safely. By understanding exactly how traditional tools fail, you can make an informed decision that protects the delicate bodywork of every car in your care.

How does aging metal react to traditional car pushing machines?

Classic cars and high-end exotics require specialized handling. Vintage lacquer paint and original chrome trim simply cannot handle the pressure exerted by traditional push pads. Many legacy machines use large foam or rubber pads that press directly against the bumper or body panels to generate pushing force.

Over time, this direct contact causes severe problems for delicate materials. Even soft rubber pads can cause micro-abrasions on clear coats. The friction generated during movement grinds microscopic dirt particles directly into the paint. Furthermore, older fiberglass and aluminum bodies suffer under localized pressure. Pushing thousands of pounds of dead weight through a single contact point on a fiberglass bumper often creates hidden stress fractures.

Custom vinyl wraps present another major challenge. Modern wraps are thin and highly susceptible to peeling or tearing when subjected to dragging friction. A traditional car pushing machine that relies on a flat contact pad can easily catch the edge of a custom wrap, causing hundreds of dollars in damage in a matter of seconds.

Why is the under-car cradle approach safer for your vehicles?

The safest way to move a vehicle is by utilizing the components designed to bear its weight. Our equipment, the CarCaddy, uses an innovative under-car cradle approach. Instead of pressing against painted panels or fragile chrome, this system grips only the rubber of the tires.

Tires are inherently durable and designed to handle the entire weight and rolling resistance of the car. By directing the pushing and pulling force exclusively through the tires, the electric car pusher completely bypasses the vehicle’s bodywork. You eliminate the risk of cracking fiberglass, scratching paint, or denting aluminum.

This approach provides a seamless, stress-free moving experience. Your staff can easily position the machine, secure the tires, and maneuver the vehicle through tight shop spaces. The under-car cradle design offers excellent control and visibility, allowing a single employee to move a heavy vehicle safely without relying on a team of technicians.

How do you move cars without straps or scratches?

Heavy industrial equipment often relies on complex tie-down systems. Many towing or moving devices require ratchets, hooks, or nylon straps near the rims to secure the load. These metal hooks and tight straps introduce a completely new set of risks to the vehicle’s wheels and lower body panels.

A dropped metal hook easily chips the paint on a high-end alloy wheel. Ratchet straps that vibrate against the lower rocker panels during transport cause severe clear-coat damage. Your customers expect their vehicles to remain pristine while in your shop, and relying on strap-heavy equipment makes that difficult to guarantee.

The CarCaddy Electric Car Pusher secures the vehicle effortlessly without needing a single strap or hook. The cradle mechanism pinches the tire securely from the front and back, locking the vehicle in place through mechanical leverage. This eliminates the need to route straps through delicate wheel spokes or around suspension components. You can move the car exactly where it needs to go, leaving zero trace that it was ever moved.

Next steps for upgrading your auto handling process

Protecting your clients’ assets should be the foundation of your shop’s standard operating procedures. Relying on outdated push-pads and strap-based towing equipment introduces unnecessary risk and liability into your business. Upgrading to a specialized electric car pusher protects your reputation and improves your operational efficiency.

Take a walk through your facility today and observe how your team currently handles dead vehicles. Calculate the potential cost of repairing a damaged custom wrap or repairing a cracked vintage fiberglass bumper. You will quickly see that investing in the right equipment delivers a strong return on investment. Choose a machine that uses an under-car cradle design, and give your staff the tools they need to succeed.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the safest way to push a car with a dead battery?

The safest method is using an electric car pusher that features an under-car cradle design. This equipment grips only the tires, ensuring no pressure is applied to the delicate paint, fiberglass, or chrome trim of the vehicle.

Why do rubber push pads damage car paint?

Rubber push pads trap dirt and dust between the pad and the vehicle’s surface. When pushing force is applied, the pad shifts slightly, grinding these abrasive particles into the paint and causing permanent micro-abrasions.

Can an electric car pusher move vehicles with custom wraps?

Yes, provided you use a model that grips the tires rather than the bodywork. Pushing directly against a wrapped bumper with a traditional pad will often tear or peel the vinyl material.

Do I need multiple employees to operate a tire-gripping car pusher?

No. A high-quality electric car pusher is designed for single-user operation. One employee can safely attach the cradle to the vehicle’s tires and maneuver the car through tight spaces without assistance.

Get a free price quote today to upgrade your machinery that you use to move cars today.

Work Smarter, Not Harder: Why Pushing Dead Cars is Ruining Your Shop’s Productivity

A “dead” car blocking a service bay creates an immediate bottleneck in any automotive repair shop. When a vehicle will not start, the standard protocol usually involves calling three or four mechanics away from their current tasks to push the heavy chassis across the shop floor. This everyday shop dilemma disrupts workflow, frustrates your team, and halts revenue-generating repairs.

The hidden costs of manual labor extend far beyond a few minutes of lost time. Pulling or pushing 7,000-pound vehicles manually is a leading cause of shop floor injuries, particularly back and muscle strains. Industry data shows that back pain accounts for tens of millions of lost workdays across the country each year. When your top technicians are out nursing a back injury, your shop’s productivity plummets. Add in the risks of dropped vehicles or accidental bumper damage from improper pushing techniques, and the financial toll of moving dead cars manually becomes staggering.

Your technicians are highly skilled professionals who should spend their time turning wrenches and completing billable work. When you force them to act as manual laborers, you waste your most valuable resource. Modern shops need a better way to manage immobile vehicles safely and efficiently.

The CarCaddy Solution: One-Person Operation

A powered vehicle mover transforms a hazardous, multi-person chore into a simple, one-person operation. The CarCaddy vehicle mover allows a single technician to safely load, move, and unload vehicles alone, completely freeing up the rest of your crew for profitable repair work.

The core of this efficiency is a robust 36VDC drive system powered by a three-battery setup. This system provides the consistent, reliable torque needed to push or pull vehicles weighing up to 7,000 pounds. It also handles up to a 3,000-pound front axle weight effortlessly, making it highly versatile for a wide range of cars, light trucks, and SUVs that come through your doors.

Shop environments are rarely perfect. You often have to navigate tight storage areas, crowded lots, or poorly lit spaces. The CarCaddy offers “Grab and Go” capability, making it easy to deploy at a moment’s notice. It comes equipped with high-beam LED headlights, ensuring your technicians have clear visibility when maneuvering vehicles out of dark corners or navigating the lot during early winter evenings. This level of control and power keeps your shop moving seamlessly, regardless of the physical obstacles.

Keeping Your Team and Floors Safe

Protecting your employees from physical strain is a top priority for any successful shop owner. The CarCaddy incorporates specific engineering controls designed to mitigate workplace hazards and maintain a clean facility.

Operator Protection Features

Safety is built directly into the operating mechanisms of the vehicle mover.

Neutral Throttle Braking: The unit features an automatic braking system. The machine stops immediately when the operator releases the throttle, preventing runaway vehicles on slight inclines.
Safety Stop Switch: An easily accessible safety stop switch instantly cuts power in the event of an emergency, giving the operator complete control.
Molded Handlebars: Ergonomically designed molded handlebars reduce hand and wrist fatigue, ensuring the operator remains comfortable and secure while steering heavy loads.

Facility Protection

Your shop’s appearance matters to your customers. Heavy equipment can easily damage expensive epoxy coatings or polished concrete.

Non-Marking Drive Wheels: The heavy-duty drive tires provide exceptional traction without leaving ugly black streaks across your service bays.
Crown Caster Wheels: The non-marking crown caster wheels allow for tight, precise turns while keeping your shop floors pristine and free of scuffs.

Modern Automotive Service Shops Need Modern Solutions

Relying on sheer physical force to move heavy vehicles is an outdated practice that actively harms your business. Every time multiple technicians step away from their bays to push a car, your shop loses money. Every time a mechanic strains their back, you risk long-term productivity losses and workers’ compensation claims.

Stop wasting manpower and let CarCaddy do the heavy lifting. By investing in the right equipment, you protect your staff, optimize your daily workflow, and ensure your team remains focused on what they do best: servicing vehicles and keeping your customers happy.

The Secret to Stopping Cold Starting: Moving Your Classic Cars

May is finally here, and for private automotive collectors, that means it is time to get your vehicles ready for the road. The weather is warming up, the salt is off the roads, and the open highway is calling. But before you can take your favorite summer driver out for a spin, you usually have to deal with a frustrating logistical hurdle: “the shuffle.”

Often, the exact car you want to take out on the first sunny weekend is tucked safely in the back corner of your garage, completely blocked by three other vehicles. Moving a million-dollar car with only inches of clearance is a stressful endeavor. It requires careful planning, a lot of patience, and usually a few extra sets of hands.

Many collectors resort to simply turning on the engines of the blocking cars, backing them out into the driveway, and then pulling the summer vehicle out. While this might seem like the fastest method, it introduces a host of risks to your delicate engines and your enclosed air quality. There is a much better, safer way to handle the summer shuffle.

By utilizing an electric car pusher, you can safely and efficiently move your vehicles without the exhaust fumes or the risk of damaging your engines. Let’s look at why this simple equipment upgrade is the best investment you can make for your private garage this season.

The Problem with Cold Starts

Starting a vintage engine just to move a vehicle 15 feet is one of the worst things you can do for its longevity. When a car has been sitting in a garage for weeks or months, the oil drains down into the oil pan. The engine is completely dry at the top. When you turn the key, the metal components rub against each other without proper lubrication for those first few crucial seconds.

This is known as a cold start, and it causes significant wear and tear. Furthermore, running an engine for only a minute or two prevents it from reaching its proper operating temperature. This short run time leads to several mechanical issues:

Condensation buildup: Moisture naturally forms inside the engine and exhaust system. If the car does not get hot enough to burn this moisture off, it sits inside the exhaust pipes and engine block, leading to internal rust and corrosion.
Oil pressure drops: Cold oil is thick and heavy. Asking your oil pump to move cold oil for a 15-foot trip, only to shut the engine off immediately, places unnecessary strain on your vehicle’s internal systems.
Toxic exhaust fumes: Starting multiple older, un-catalyzed vehicles in an enclosed or semi-enclosed garage fills your sanctuary with dangerous carbon monoxide and noxious odors.

Using an electric car pusher eliminates the need for cold starts entirely. You can safely maneuver your classic cars out of the way without ever turning the ignition key, protecting your investment and your lungs.

Reclaiming Your Garage Space

Garage real estate is incredibly valuable. Whether you have a dedicated warehouse or a heavily customized residential garage, maximizing your square footage is always a priority. Unfortunately, maneuvering vehicles by hand or by driving them requires leaving wide gaps between the cars. You need enough room to swing the driver’s side door open, get inside, and physically steer the wheel.

An electric car pusher changes the geometry of your garage entirely. Because the pusher attaches directly to the tires and allows you to control the vehicle’s direction from the outside, you no longer need door-swing clearance.

You can park your cars safely with mere inches of clearance between them. This allows you to fit more vehicles into the same footprint, effectively reclaiming lost space. You can push a vehicle tightly against a wall or snug it up next to another car with complete confidence, knowing you have total control over its momentum and direction.

Reorganize on Your Own Terms: One-Person Operation

For many collectors, the garage is a place of solitude and relaxation. Spending a Saturday morning detailing, maintaining, and reorganizing your collection should be an enjoyable experience. But if you have to rely on neighbors, friends, or family members to help you push heavy cars around, that independence disappears.

An electric car pusher gives you the freedom of a true one-person operation. You do not need a spotter, and you do not need someone steering from the driver’s seat while you push from the bumper.

Total control: You stand at the front or rear of the vehicle, giving you a clear line of sight to all potential obstacles.
Effortless movement: The electric motor does all the heavy lifting, allowing you to move heavy vintage steel across flat surfaces or slight inclines without breaking a sweat.
Ultimate convenience: Reorganize your entire layout on a whim, at any hour of the day, without waiting for assistance or waking up the neighborhood with loud exhaust notes.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Can an electric car pusher handle heavy vintage vehicles?

Absolutely. Most high-quality electric car pushers are rated to move vehicles weighing several thousand pounds. Whether you are moving a lightweight European sports car or a heavy American muscle car, the pusher provides consistent, smooth torque to get the job done safely.

Will the pusher damage my tires or bodywork?

No. An electric car pusher is designed to engage smoothly with the tread of your tires. It does not make contact with your fragile bodywork, bumpers, or undercarriage components, ensuring your million-dollar vehicles remain in pristine condition.

Is it difficult to steer a car from the outside?

Not at all. The pusher handles the forward and reverse momentum. For steering, you simply guide the vehicle’s tires from the outside, or in some cases, you can reach through an open window to adjust the steering wheel slightly. Because you are moving at a slow, highly controlled pace, keeping the car on track is incredibly easy.

Make Your Next Garage Reorganization a Breeze

Your collection is your sanctuary, and the time you spend with your vehicles should be relaxing and rewarding. Moving your cars to prepare for the summer driving season should never involve stress, the risk of body damage, or the mechanical strain of cold starting a delicate engine.

As a fellow enthusiast, I understand the level of care your collection requires. Keep your private garage running smoothly and safely this season. Contact us today for a personalized price quote on an electric car pusher, and make your next garage shuffle a completely effortless experience.

Stop Pushing Your Luck: Securing Your Private Auto Collection

High-value private auto collections require immense investments of time, money, and passion. Every vehicle represents a distinct piece of automotive history, carefully preserved and maintained to retain its beauty and value. Building a private gallery of rare automobiles is a massive achievement, but managing that gallery introduces a unique set of logistical challenges.

Vehicles frequently need to be moved for cleaning, routine maintenance, or display reorganization. Every time a car transitions from a stationary position to being in motion, a specific “risk window” opens up. During this window, the vehicle is vulnerable to environmental hazards, human error, and mechanical failures.

Relying on physical manpower to push these heavy, irreplaceable assets exposes both your staff and your collection to unnecessary dangers. We have seen firsthand how quickly a routine maneuver can result in property damage or personal injury. This guide explains why transitioning away from manual labor and utilizing a dedicated car pushing machine is the most responsible choice for safeguarding your automotive investments.

Where Things Go Wrong with Manual Pushing

Moving a classic car by hand introduces a dangerous variable into your gallery management operations. We call this “The X Factor.” It refers to the sheer unpredictability of manual pushing. Even with a highly trained team, human strength and coordination have limits, and gravity is unforgiving.

When you manually push a vehicle, you are relying entirely on the physical exertion of your staff and the mechanical integrity of a car that may not have been driven in months or years. This combination frequently leads to hazardous situations.

Here are a few common scenarios where manual pushing leads to disaster:

Uncontrolled Momentum: A team of people might successfully get a heavy classic car rolling, but stopping it is entirely different. Even a slight, almost imperceptible grade in your garage floor can cause a vehicle to gain dangerous momentum.
Personal Injury: When multiple people surround a moving vehicle, the risk of physical injury skyrockets. A slight misstep can result in a foot getting caught under a rolling tire, or a worker straining their back trying to halt a 4,000-pound piece of metal.
Mechanical Unpredictability: Relying on the car’s original equipment to stop the vehicle safely is a massive gamble. Sticking brakes, locked steering columns, or flat spots on tires can cause the car to veer suddenly into a wall or, worse, into another priceless vehicle.

Control is Safety: The Power of Positive Control

The most effective way to eliminate “The X Factor” is to adopt a system that provides absolute positive control over the vehicle’s movement. A high-quality car pushing machine delivers exactly this.

Positive control means that the equipment dictates the speed, direction, and braking of the vehicle at all times. Instead of relying on human muscle and coordination to guide a heavy automobile, the machine handles the physical burden securely and predictably.

Consider the braking systems on vintage vehicles. A 40-year-old master cylinder is often unreliable, especially if the car sits idle for long periods. Seals dry out, fluid degrades, and pressure drops. When a team is pushing a car toward a tight parking spot, realizing the vehicle’s brakes have failed is a terrifying and costly moment.

A car pushing machine eliminates this risk entirely. The machine itself is doing the braking and the steering. It features an integrated, heavy-duty braking system that stops the vehicle exactly when and where you need it to stop, regardless of the condition of the car’s internal mechanics. Furthermore, these machines allow a single operator to move a vehicle smoothly, providing a clear line of sight and removing the chaotic communication required when a large group of people tries to steer a car by hand.

The True Cost of a “Whoops”

Operating a private collection means understanding the value of your assets. You invest heavily in climate control, security systems, and insurance premiums to protect your vehicles. Yet, choosing to save a little money by manually moving cars leaves a gaping hole in your risk management strategy.

The financial reality is that the cost of a single mistake far exceeds the cost of purchasing the proper equipment. A simple dent, a scraped bumper, or a cracked taillight on a rare vehicle can cost thousands of dollars to repair. In many cases, replacement parts for vintage or limited-production automobiles are completely unavailable, meaning custom fabrication is your only option.

Beyond the immediate repair costs, any damage to a classic car diminishes its historical integrity and overall market value. Even perfectly executed bodywork leaves a record of damage. A reliable car pushing machine effectively pays for itself the moment it prevents just one minor mishap. It is an investment in loss prevention that yields immediate peace of mind.

Protect Your Automotive Legacy Today

Managing a private auto collection should bring you joy and pride, not anxiety every time a vehicle needs to be repositioned. By upgrading your operational protocols and integrating professional-grade equipment, you protect your staff from injury and your vehicles from costly damage.

Do not leave the safety of your investment to chance and gravity. Your collection deserves the highest standard of care, and your peace of mind is worth the investment. Reach out to our team today for a quote on the most reliable car pushing machine for your private gallery, and keep your automotive legacy pristine for years to come.

Tight Spaces and Pristine Floors

Managing a high-end vehicle collection, classic car consignment shop, or automotive museum brings a unique set of daily challenges. You need to maximize your available space, which often involves “puzzle-parking” cars to fit as much valuable inventory as possible into a tight garage or display area. Moving these vehicles safely and efficiently is critical to your daily operations.

Many facility owners rely on gas-powered equipment or bulky forklifts to relocate their inventory. These traditional machines are loud, difficult to maneuver in tight spaces, and worst of all, they leave unsightly black tire marks and exhaust residue across polished showroom floors. Constantly cleaning and repairing these high-end surfaces takes time away from your core business and cuts directly into your bottom line.

You need a solution that protects both your inventory and your facility. An electric car pusher offers the perfect balance of power and precision, allowing you to easily relocate vehicles without compromising your pristine display areas. We will show you exactly how a compact vehicle mover can streamline your operations, protect your investments, and keep your showroom looking flawless.

The Problem With Traditional Vehicle Movers

Every time you move a classic car or heavy vehicle using traditional gas-powered pushers, you risk damaging your property. Forklifts and standard warehouse movers feature heavy-duty industrial tires designed for rough concrete or asphalt. When these tires turn sharply on a glossy epoxy or polished concrete floor, they leave deep, dark scuff marks that require heavy scrubbing to remove.

Gas-powered equipment also creates a less obvious but equally damaging problem: exhaust residue. The fumes from gas engines eventually settle onto your floors and the vehicles themselves, creating a dull, greasy film. This forces your staff to spend extra hours detailing cars and mopping floors instead of focusing on sales, curation, or customer service.

Attempting to move cars manually is not a safe alternative. Pushing a heavy vehicle by hand puts your employees at risk of severe back and neck strains. You need a mechanical advantage, but you need one designed specifically for high-end automotive environments.

How the CarCaddy Protects Your Showroom Floors

The CarCaddy Collector’s Edition is a sleek, low-profile vehicle moving solution engineered specifically for museums, classic car shops, and private collectors. It eliminates the hazards of traditional movers while providing all the power you need to manage your inventory.

Non-Marking Tires and Casters

The most important feature for your facility is the drive system. The CarCaddy features a 36VDC drive system equipped with a specialized non-marking drive wheel. It also utilizes non-marking crown caster wheels. This means you can pivot, turn, and push vehicles across your most expensive showroom floors without leaving a single black streak behind.

Zero Exhaust and Clean Operation

Because this electric car pusher runs entirely on a 36-volt, 3-battery system, it produces zero emissions. You will never have to worry about greasy exhaust residue settling on your pristine floors or your classic cars. The external battery charger easily plugs in at the end of the day, ensuring the unit is always ready for a clean, quiet shift.

Complete Bumper and Body Protection

Floor protection is only half the battle; you also need to protect the vehicles. The CarCaddy features a low-profile design with variable roller adjustments for loading and unloading almost any vehicle. The hydraulic roller arms effortlessly pull two wheels of a vehicle up off the ground. You can safely maneuver the car without cumbersome straps, hooks, or rubber push pads bumping against fragile vintage bumpers.

Mastering the Puzzle of Tight Spaces

Space is premium real estate in any private collection or dealership. “Puzzle-parking” allows you to maximize that space, but it requires extreme precision. The CarCaddy is designed to give you total control in the tightest confines.

Wagon Wheel Steering: This feature provides exceptional maneuverability, allowing you to navigate narrow aisles and sharp corners with ease.
Controlled Speed: A high-tech speed controller with adjustable acceleration and neutral throttle braking gives you precise control. You can safely operate the unit at speeds of 0-3 mph in both forward and reverse.
Ride-on Platform: The shock-assisted lighted rider platform flips up and down, allowing your staff to seamlessly switch between riding and walk-behind operations depending on the space available.
Hi-Beam Headlights: LED lighting makes visibility easy for quick “grab and go” moves, even in dimly lit garage corners.

Built for High-End Collections and Boutique Dealerships

Performance is crucial, but aesthetics matter in a high-end showroom. You want your equipment to look as professional as the vehicles you sell or display. The CarCaddy Collector’s Edition is designed to look sleek and modern, featuring standard molded handlebars and an angled control panel.

It also comes in a variety of striking colors to match your brand or facility. Choose from the standard Ferrari Red, Baby Blue, Matte Black + Gold, Pink, Silver, or White. We can even custom-match a specific vehicle or collection color upon request.

Despite its stylish appearance, this car pushing machine is a true workhorse. It easily handles vehicles up to 7,000 lbs, accommodating a front axle weight of up to 3,000 lbs. Whether you are moving a lightweight vintage sports car or a heavy luxury sedan, the CarCaddy provides the reliable power you need.

Upgrade Your Showroom Operations Today

Your showroom floors are a direct reflection of your brand’s quality and professionalism. Stop wasting time and money cleaning up after outdated, dirty equipment. By investing in an electric car pusher designed specifically for high-end collections, you can protect your facility, keep your employees safe, and manage your inventory with total precision.

Contact our sales and engineering team today to learn more about the CarCaddy Collector’s Edition. We are ready to help you customize a vehicle moving solution that fits your exact needs and keeps your business running smoothly.

Stop Short-Starting Classics: Protect Your Engine

Running a classic car dealership, museum, or high-end detailing shop requires constant reorganization. Vehicles need to be shifted for aesthetic displays, routine maintenance, or private client viewings. It is incredibly tempting to simply hop into the driver’s seat, turn the key, and drive the vehicle a few feet across the garage floor. To most, this brief maneuver seems completely harmless.

Firing up a vintage engine just to move it a short distance actually introduces severe mechanical risks. Classic car engines are highly susceptible to internal damage when they are consistently started but not allowed to reach their proper operating temperatures. This practice, known as short-starting, silently degrades internal components and compromises the vehicle’s longevity.

Understanding the technical toll of these brief engine cycles can save your business thousands of dollars in premature wear and complex engine rebuilds. By integrating an electric vehicle mover into your daily operations, you can easily shift your valuable inventory without ever turning an ignition key. This simple operational shift ensures that your collection remains in pristine mechanical health while making your showroom floor safer and more efficient.

The Hidden Dangers of Short-Starting Classic Cars

Classic vehicles were engineered for the open road, not for idling in a showroom. When you start a cold engine, the internal metal components have not yet expanded, and the oil has settled in the oil pan. Running the motor for only a minute or two prevents the system from getting hot enough to function as designed, leading to a cascade of mechanical issues.

Moisture Buildup and Milky Oil

Internal combustion naturally produces water vapor. When an engine reaches its optimal operating temperature, this heat burns off the internal moisture. Short-starting denies the engine the heat it needs to evaporate this condensation.

Instead, the water vapor mixes with the engine oil. Over time, this mixture creates a thick, white sludge often referred to as “milky oil.” This sludge builds up under the valve covers and inside the oil pan, significantly degrading the oil’s lubricating properties. Poor lubrication leads to accelerated friction, which can eventually cause catastrophic piston damage or worn bearings.

Severe Exhaust System Rust

The engine block is not the only component that suffers from condensation. As warm exhaust gases travel through cold exhaust pipes and mufflers, water droplets form on the inside of the metal tubing.

If the vehicle is driven for an extended period, the exhaust system heats up and evaporates this water. If the car is simply moved across the shop and turned off, that water sits inside the exhaust pipes. Over weeks and months of routine showroom reorganization, this trapped moisture causes rust to eat through the exhaust system from the inside out, requiring expensive and time-consuming replacements.

Fuel Dilution and Cylinder Wear

Cold starts require a rich fuel mixture to keep the engine running smoothly. Because the engine does not reach operating temperature during a short move, excess unburned fuel can wash down the cylinder walls. This removes the protective layer of oil meant to lubricate the piston rings.

This fuel dilution not only accelerates wear on the cylinder walls but also further thins out the engine oil in the oil pan. Thinned oil fails to protect the engine’s internal components, turning a simple detailing relocation into a costly maintenance nightmare.

A Better Way to Manage Your Showroom Floor

Knowing the risks of short-starting, many facility managers resort to moving classic cars manually. Pushing a heavy vintage vehicle by hand presents a completely different set of problems. It requires multiple staff members, pulling them away from their actual work. Furthermore, pushing on delicate, decades-old body panels can easily result in dents, scratches, or misaligned bumpers.

The most effective strategy to maneuver your inventory safely is to utilize a dedicated car pushing machine. These battery-operated devices provide the necessary torque to move heavy vehicles smoothly across flat surfaces, eliminating both the need to start the engine and the physical strain on your staff.

How an Electric Vehicle Mover Protects Your Investment

Investing in a high-quality electric vehicle mover is a smart, cost-effective decision for any business handling classic cars. These machines are engineered specifically to protect the mechanical and cosmetic integrity of your vehicles while streamlining your daily operations.

Here are the key benefits of incorporating a motorized pusher into your facility:

Complete Mechanical Preservation: By moving vehicles externally, you completely eliminate cold starts. Your engines remain free of condensation, your oil stays pure, and your exhaust systems stay dry and rust-free.
Safe, Damage-Free Handling: Premium movers feature low-profile designs with adjustable roller arms that gently cup the vehicle’s tires. This means no metal-to-metal contact, preventing any stress on fragile vintage bumpers or custom bodywork.
Increased Operational Efficiency: A heavy-duty car pushing machine allows a single employee to move a vehicle weighing up to 7,000 lbs safely and efficiently. This frees up the rest of your team to focus on sales, detailing, and customer service.
Precision Control: Advanced models feature high-tech speed controllers, adjustable acceleration, and neutral throttle braking. This ensures that a classic car can be maneuvered through tight museum exhibits or crowded dealership floors without sudden, jerky movements.

Preserve Your Collection and Boost Your Bottom Line

Maintaining a classic car collection is a significant investment of time, money, and passion. Every time a vintage engine is started just to shift a vehicle a few feet, that investment is slowly compromised by moisture, sludge, and accelerated wear.

You can protect the mechanical longevity of your vehicles and improve your team’s workflow by rethinking how you manage your floor space. Transitioning to a motorized car pushing machine keeps your engines pristine, prevents accidental body damage, and provides a clear return on investment through reduced maintenance costs.

Equip your facility with the right tools to handle these historic machines properly. Contact our team today to learn more about how a low-profile electric vehicle mover can revolutionize your showroom management and keep your classic inventory running strong for years to come.