Archive for the ‘Car Transport’ Category
In today’s modern world it is not uncommon to hear of a person having a car shipped to their home. There are many different reasons for hiring a vehicle hauling company, but the preparations that you must make to the vehicle being shipped are always the same. You should consider all that is involved with the transport of an automobile before you decide that this is the right way to get your car to its destination. If you are purchasing a vehicle, and need it shipped to you, then you need to make sure that these preparations are being made on your behalf.
Weight Considerations
Most car shipping companies charge for a shipment based on its weight. This means that larger vehicles will always cost more than smaller vehicles. While you cannot help the weight of the vehicle itself, there are some things that you can do to cut down the overall weight you are charged for.
- Gasoline – Fuel can weight quite a bit if you consider a gas tank. Most tanks can carry anywhere from eleven to thirty gallons of gas. In order to cut the most weight from your shipment, make sure that the fuel tank is as close to empty as you can get it.
- Extra Seats – Many vans and some cars have extra seats that can be removed. If you can, remove these seats and ship them with the rest of your things or leave them at home. Read the rest of this entry »
By T Kearns
Traveling internationally can open your eyes, mind, heart and soul. The gorgeous vistas, cultures, food, music and people can unlock the mysteries within you and the world. Sometimes we travel on foot other times we travel in vehicles but if we have a specific vehicle we want to ride along with us during our travels we must prepare its departure along with ours.
International Auto Shipping
It’s important to find an international auto shipping company that can assist and support you in this endeavor; for it’s not easy to do on your own.
Allowing the company 7 to 14 days to complete the trip on their W-E runs can make the time frames quicker on specific routes, but a majority of time it takes approximately 20 to 30 days for shipping. Planning enough time for the company to ship your vehicle overseas is needed. International shipping companies will let you plan up to two months before departure however the carrier will need about two weeks in advance for the shipment. If one needs the vehicle in advance companies will work on an individual basis with priority. You are normally scheduled to pick up your vehicle within 2 or 3 days. If your destination is inaccessible to you the shipping company will ask the driver to get as close as possible to your desired location, and if you are not available to pick up your vehicle it may have to go to a terminal for you to get it, but having an alternative part or family member to pick and sign the car for you is also a good idea. Read the rest of this entry »
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Auto shipping may seem like a gigantic task, but if you know what to do beforehand, you should be able to pull it off rather easily.
With auto transport, one of the major hassles you have to deal with is preparing the car before it’s shipped. First, you must wash the car well, even if it’s going to be shipped on an open trailer. This will make it easier to identify any chips, dings, or damage that occurs en route, if it occurs. The next rule of car shipping is to take all personal items out of the vehicle. You don’t want to leave anything behind while the car is traveling to its destination.
Make sure the car alarm is disabled and ensure that the gas tank isn’t full. It’s recommended to keep the tank between 1/8 and 1/4 full so that the car weighs as little as possible. With car transport, the weight may affect the price, so keep this in mind when preparing the car.
Remove or secure anything in the car that can come loose, such as ground effects, spoilers, and fog lights. Wide mirrors should be folded back, and move antennae out of the way as well. With auto transport, the more that stays out of the way, the better. Read the rest of this entry »
People are confused as to which auto transport company should they choose. There are various transport companies in the market. You can find various auto transport companies with the help of telephone directory or through internet. Before choosing a car shipping company find out what services do they offer? Transporting a vehicle takes exceptional skills, tools and insurance, and your household mover may or may not be the best choice for transporting your car. When selecting a car transport company, take advice from your family and friends.
The first thing you have to see when looking for an auto transporter is do proper investigation so that you can avoid major problems in the long run. See to it that they are registered with the Department of Transportation (DOT). Verify that their DOT or MC numbers are valid, check that the carrier specially credentialed to transport motor vehicles like auto shipping, car shipping etc. Make sure that carriers provide cargo insurance. Find out company’s experience with preceding customers. Do contact Better Business Bureau to see whether any complaints are filed against them. Make an effort to get suggestions from past customers, or call someone in a connected field like your car sales representatives for a well versed opinion about car shipping or any auto transport. Find out company’s exact policies and procedures. What are the pick up and delivery procedures? Read the rest of this entry »
It is always best to have the car washed before getting it shipped. Remove any personal items, valuable or not, to avoid losses while the car is being transported. Since the weight of the car is one of the considerations on appraising the cost, remove any accessory that only adds up to the weight. Having the gas tank almost empty will also save up on the shipping cost. The alarm system should also be de-activated to save on the battery life. Make sure to have a spare set of keys when the vehicle is surrendered for shipment.
Insurance
Study well the insurance offered by the shipping company in order to be assured that any loss or damage to the vehicle throughout the transport will be covered. Secure a copy of the insurance policy before handing over the vehicle to the company.
Inspection
The company’s inspector must do a thorough inspection of the vehicle prior to the transport. The status of the car as well as all damages noted during the pre-transport inspection must be documented in what is called a Bill of Lading, a copy of which is given to the owner. Both the owner and the company representative must sign this. The owner must also talk to the company should there by any special arrangements needed for the vehicle. Upon the delivery to the destination, the vehicle must be re-examined for any new damage that might have occurred during the transport. If there is new damage, the owner must file an insurance claim within two weeks. Read the rest of this entry »
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Car shipping service can be used by anyone. Whether you’re poor or rich anyone can use auto transport service. Some people ship their vehicle at lower rates. People generally ship their vehicle when they are moving to another place. Dealerships also use auto shipping company’s service because they can get a better deal on shipping multiple cars with these companies rather than the manufacturer, and in many cases we have seen this is true.
Manufactures generally charge more for shipping the vehicle. Independent companies offer lower prices than the manufacturer because they provide cheaper services due to the way they operate. Even brokers can offer best price for shipping your vehicle because they are not tied to one shipping company. Military serviceman also uses car shipping services. Since military can ship only one of their vehicles, and many servicemen have families with multiple vehicles, it falls on them to ship their car with a car shipping company. Many shipping companies offer military discount so find out how much do they provide and then book with them to transport your vehicle.
Many companies own and operate their own fleet of trucks. Although these companies are more expensive than others, they offer many advantages. They also accept full liability of your vehicle while it is in their possession. Any damages during transit will be paid for by the auto transport company, since your vehicle is insured. Some companies just act like travel agents. They will ship your vehicle to a transporter who is taking other vehicles in the same direction where you want your car to end up. Sometimes your car is loaded and unloaded several times onto different transporters to get it where you want it to go. If it is transported several times, chances of your vehicle being damaged will be more. Read the rest of this entry »