Car Lift Buying Guides
Straight answers to the questions we hear every day, from ceiling height to power to delivery day, so you buy the right lift the first time.
Two-Post vs. Four-Post Car Lift: Which Is Right for Your Garage?
Two-post or four-post car lift? Compare service vs. storage, ceiling height, floor, power and safety, then use our Free Fit Check to confirm what fits.
Read the guide → Buying guideWhat Size Car Lift Do I Need? Ceiling, Width and Capacity
How to measure ceiling height, bay width and length, run four-post stacking math and pick lift capacity, with real dimensions for every lift we carry.
Read the guide → Buying guide110V vs. 220V Car Lifts: What Power Does Your Lift Need?
Which car lifts run on 110V and which need a dedicated 220V circuit? See every Triumph and AMGO model we sell, plus outlet, cord and phase answers.
Read the guide → Buying guideCar Lift Installation Checklist: What to Do Before Delivery
Get ready for your car lift: measure the bay, confirm power and concrete, plan unloading, inspect the freight and book an installer. Printable checklist.
Read the guide → Buying guideRolling Bridge Jacks: How to Choose One for Your Four-Post Lift
How to choose a rolling bridge jack for a four-post or scissor lift: runway fit, capacity, air vs manual, lift points, one vs two jacks and safety.
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