Here are a few useful tips regarding the procedure to be followed for shipping your vehicle to another destination.

    • Search for the vehicle relocation service companies and make sure to get quotes from the top three most reliable service providers.
    • Do not decide on an auto shipping company merely because their offer is the lowest. Bear in mind that delivery time, vehicle safety and cost are the three most important aspects of car shipping.
    • Read reviews about the company and feel satisfied about their reliability and past track record.
    • Please also know that vehicle shipping cost does not depend only on the distance. There are other factors like distance, vehicle size, accessibility of final destination and flexibility in dates.
    • If you are not careful enough in selecting the right vehicle relocation service provider, the safety of your vehicle may be imperiled.
    • Make sure to decide on a transport company at least two weeks in advance to avoid last minute hassles.
    • If you are particularly concerned about keeping your car in fit shape and condition, select a service provider that will move your car in an enclosed trailer. But you alone can decide if the extra protection is worth the extra cost.
    • Before the actual vehicle relocation day, you must remove all loose fittings/accessories from your vehicle.
    • You should also remove all crucial vehicle documents from the car to lessen the chances of losing them.
    • You should deactivate the car alarm as well to stop it from going off at the most inconvenient times during the vehicle transit.
    • Make sure that the fuel tank is less than half empty. Any extra fuel will only needlessly add to the weight of the car.
    • On the morning of the relocation day, the vehicle should be thoroughly washed and its physical condition should be noted.
    • Before your car is moved, an inspection is carried out by you and the company to ensure the condition of your car. This is done to ensure that your car arrives at your desired destination in the same condition as it was before the transportation.
    • The auto mover has to fill out a Bill of Lading / Inspection Report prior to loading your car for shipping. Obtain a signed copy of these documents.
    • Most of the auto transport companies offer their own insurance policies if any damage is done to your car in the process of moving. In fact, you should opt only for auto transport companies that offer damage insurance.
    • You will also have to make sure to determine the transport method of the vehicle and it is important to read through the terms and conditions of the contract.
  • Check with the car shipping company about their payment practices. Most auto transportation companies will require a booking deposit paid upfront.

Understanding thoroughly the vehicle transporting procedure and preparing your car for shipping will help you ship your car safely. Consider your options and prepare your car carefully, and decide in favor of the shipping plan that fits your requirements.