Altavista is a town, not a city, located in Campbell County, in the U.S. state of Virginia. It is currently home to a population of over 3,450 total residents. It is a part of the Lynchburg, Virginia Metropolitan Statistical Area, one of the top-five largest metro areas in the state. Founded in 1905 primarily as a railroad town, originally Altavista was built to support construction of a network of railroads through the area. Growth came about a decade later with the construction and opening of Lane Home Furnishings, though it closed in 2001. Another big business in the town was Action Industries, which became a major competitor in the upholstery industry. Today, Altavista is primarily a commuter town, though it does have its own limited economy based on retail after the closure of several plants.
Basic Facts About Altavista
- Current population: 3,450
- Current mayor: Mike Mattox
- Total area: 50 sq mi
- Official website: http://www.altavistava.gov/
- Located in: Campbell County
- Founded in: 1905
- Zip codes: 24517
- Area codes: 434
Auto Transport to Altavista Tips and Tricks
Altavista sits maybe 10-20 miles south of Lynchburg proper, which usually means auto transport to Altavista will be easier to find and cheaper than shipping to or from more rural areas of the state. Virginia is known for its vast swaths of farmland, so if carriers can get close to major cities and metro areas they’re going to go there first – it’s the best way they have of speeding things up and keeping costs for customers lower and more competitive. At the same time, you may be able to save some time and maybe some money by moving your pickup or delivery location closer to Lynchburg – after all, if a carrier doesn’t have to go far off their established route, they can get things shipped more quickly and at better rates. Talk to an agent to learn more.
If you are interested in auto transport to Altavista, Virginia, take a moment or two and fill out our free online auto shipping quote request form. If you do, you’ll receive multiple free quotes from some of the best car shippers in the industry today, companies that we clear for both dependability and reliability and who we make sure are fully licensed, bonded and insured. Your quotes will be emailed to you over the hour after you submit the form, giving you time to peruse new quotes at your leisure and speak to agents about your services. This way, you can spend more time getting down to brass tacks with reputable and honest shippers as opposed to trying to figure out who’s legit and who’s not. If you have questions about our services, or would like some help getting your quotes, you can contact us any time at 800-930-7417.
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