How to Ship Your Car

by | Apr 27, 2015 | Transportation

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Whether you are shipping your car from New York to Los Angeles or simply going to the next state over, shipping your car can be quite confusing. There are so many things to research and remember and a ton of auto transport companies to choose from. You find yourself not knowing where to start. Here are some things you may want to keep in mind when shipping your car.

Do Your Research

These days finding an auto transport service is easier with the internet, however, this also means there are many to choose from. To help narrow down your choices, you can try comparing rates from multiple auto transport services. You always get what you pay for and comparing prices can help to ensure that you get a good deal. You can also do research on the company. Look into their car shipping reviews and check out their about page to see what they are all about. Are customer service and safety main priorities of the company? Have you checked out reviews that previous customers have posted online? Are they insured? What is their limit of liability? What are their policies? You can also look into their safety profile by browsing through the US Department of Transportation’s database. All companies have different policies, and many of them have special advanced shipping programs and other promotions to save you time and money with the process. Choosing the right shipping company is essential if you want complete peace of mind that everything will run smoothly.

Preparing to Ship Your Car

Try to take photos of your car before loading it and make sure it is completely empty. Making sure your car is empty is usually a requirement of the auto transport company and this can be due to safety and weight reasons. You don’t want anything weighing down the car while shipping and you want the person loading your car to be able to see out all windows so they can load your car safely. If there are any mechanical problems with the car, make sure the company knows. Check with your company to see if they have a policy on how much gas should be in the tank and how inflated your tires should be. You may also want to do what you can to protect your vehicle during shipping. You can ask if they provide shipping in an enclosed trailer or you can ask to have your car placed closer to the top of the trailer so it is further away from road debris. These tips can help ensure good experience shipping your car.

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