101 Car Shipping Tips and Suggestions

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1. Search the internet for
   keywords like car transport, auto transport, car shipping, auto shipping
   etc.
2. Go through the local
   telephone book
3. Scan through the dedicated
   Car Movers Directory in the internet.
4. Take the help of friends who
   have used various shipping companies
5. Choose a company who has
   handled more than a hundred deliveries of vehicles and thus be an
   experienced company.
6. The company should render
   quality service and should also be economical.
7. Never be tempted into
   straightaway of accepting the lowest offer.
8. Enquire in the market about
   the quality of service.
9. Compare the services &
   charges with those of other companies
10. Choose a company that will
    deliver your car before you arrive
11. To verify the credentials of
    any auto-shipping company, go through MCSA Safety & Fitness Electronic
    Records.
12. Auto transport review
    websites like www.transportrankings.com
    and The Better Business
    Bureau will be able to guide you with respect to comments &
    complaints about the company.
13. Talk to the customer care,
    listen keenly as the answers given to your questions will make you grasp
    how perfect they are.
14. Get a quotation of
    transporting charges, which is usually free with most of the car transport
    companies.
15. Ask the companies for their
    insurance certificates.
16. Find out if the company is
    registered with USDOT and if a DOT and MC number is given to them.
17. Also find out if the car
    shipping company has the documentation to ship vehicles in the nation.
18. They should have a federal
    license as well as insurance and bond requirements.
19. Company should also have the
    correct court documents and cargo insurance coverage.
20. A fully legitimate company
    should have no problem with showing you these things.
21. If your shipping company is a
    middle man or a broker like (www.aaat.com)
    they will have a MC number.
22. Sometimes if you contact an
    international auto shipping company directly instead of through a broker,
    you may not enjoy any price reduction.
23. The transport company must
    have a skilled batch of professional drivers who can handle your vehicle
    in various climates & environments.
24. Enquire about the various
    hidden costs incase in their presence. Be sure about the hidden costs
    before the pick of your vehicles.
25. Check if the transport
    company that you choose also has a GPS tracking system enabled.
26. The car tracking system helps you to
    monitor rash, risky and dangerous driving practices.
    More details at Uses of car tracking system
27. Get free online quotes from
    various auto shipping companies over the internet.
28. Certain information like the
    origin and destination of transport, appropriate departure date, type of
    vehicle that has to be shipped, type of car transport service desired like
    to door to door or terminal to terminal helps you give the best quote.
29. After receiving your quotes,
    find out what payment method the carriers use, and what forms of payment
    are accepted (credit card, cashiers check etc).
30. Some car transport companies
    may insist on full payment in advance, while others may ask for a deposit
31. The balance amount is usually
    necessary to be paid during delivery. You would additionally need a
    cashier to verify or cash set when the truck delivers your car.
32. Keep cash ready as not all
    truck deliverables accept payment via credit card upon delivery.
33. Never rely on verbal promises
    made by your shipper. Get everything in written.
34. Insist in writing that your car shipping company offers a guarantee
    that covers a rental car fee in the event the delivery date runs over by a
    certain number of days.
35. Verify the maximum dollars
    per day and the number of days allowed for your rental car coverage.
36. Ensure that costs,
    deductibles, damages, claim procedures, pickup and delivery dates, cost to
    cancel shipment, guarantees, etc. are all comprehensively covered in the
    contract.
37. The deposit amount paid is
    very important. This is what the broker gets for moving the vehicle.
38. Seek a contract clause that
    waives the cancellation fee if your car is not picked up by your auto
    shipping company within the time frame that you agree upon
39. some car transport companies
    will offer a guarantee that covers a rental car if they cannot make the
    agreed delivery
40. Get all the details about the
    insurance that has to be paid while shipping the vehicle.
41. Some car shipping companies
    cover this with shipping cost and some companies carry it over as extra
    cost.
42. Read the contract till the
    basics are understood.
43. Be wary of hidden fees that
    are listed in the small print on the contract.
44. Make arrangements at least
    one month before for shipping the vehicle.
45. Confirm the dates two weeks
    before the actual shipment.
46. If you require a fixed
    delivery date, make sure to discuss this with the company.
47. Don't be late for your
    appointment when it comes to leaving the vehicle with the shipper or when
    taking delivery.
48. Avoid the confusion of
    whether to choose Open or Enclosed vehicle shipment? Answer is simple and
    right here!
    
    •  If you're shipping
      a classic car or a high-end luxury car, it's better to go
      in for enclosed shipping-if your vehicle is just a regular sedan, it's
      much cheaper to go with an open transport.
49. Open car shipping mode is
    nearly 60% cheaper than enclosed car shipping.
50. Enclosed car transport
    protects the car from various elements like dust, air, snow, and sun etc.
    Both have their pros and cons.
51. To opt for a cheaper route
    then tractor trailer is best as it takes more than one car at a time.
52. customers can benefit when
    auto transporters use California to Florida route
    because they have to pay lower price for transportation
53. An oversized car may cost
    more compared to a smaller vehicle.
54. Classic cars & luxury
    vehicles may cost more proportional to their price tags.
55. Check if the vehicle will be
    shipped to your house or the nearest terminal.
56. A shipping company transporting your
    vehicle might not be able to get your automobile to your doorstep or close
    to your house, since their routes might not cover those areas. But a
    broker will be able to locate a company that will deliver the car close to
    your residence.
57. Large company use multi car
    carriers and therefore have a longer delivery time because their trucks
    have many stops, and cannot always drive at your door.
58. Charges taken from terminal
    to terminal are cheaper than delivery of the vehicle to the house.
59. Terminal shipping is
    considered the best option if you want to save money.
60. If the rates are nearly the
    same, you can opt for the vehicle to be delivered to your home. But comes
    with a price. (Read point 57)
61. Try to negotiate a lower
    price with the terminal shipping, even if it's not originally offered by
    the company.
62. Confirm from the transporter
    the address of terminal, so that you can pick up the vehicle as soon as it
    is delivered.
63. Do remember if you choose
    door to door delivery, your vehicle may end up in a terminal if you're not
    at home at the time the car shipping company attempts to
    deliver your vehicle.
64. Car shipping companies charge
    for a shipment based on the weight of the vehicle.
65. You have no control over the
    weight of the vehicle - but there are some things that you can do to cut
    down the overall weight before shipping.
66. Reduce the weight of the
    shipment by keeping the gas tank content very low as Fuel can add quite a
    bit of weight as most tanks can carry anywhere from eleven to thirty
    gallons of gas.
67. Some cars have extra seats
    that can be removed before shipping.
68. Remove toolboxes, add-on
    vehicle fittings and other accessories before the vehicle is shipped.
69. The car alarm should be disabled,
    as there are many kinds of alarms and the car company might not be able to
    shut it off.
70. The antennae should be
    removed.
71. Fog lights, spoilers and
    other loose parts should be secured well or removed.
72. Convertibles should be
    shipped with the top secured properly.
73. While being transported the
    cars should not have leaking fluids like brake fluids, as this will fall
    on the cars below if it is being shipped in a two deck open trailer.
74. The car mirror should be
    folded, if it is too wide. The antennae should be removed.
75. If items like hood ornaments,
    decals, hubcaps are found loose, it is best to either remove or secure
    them.
76. Make sure to check the
    vehicle's undercarriage and also check for mechanical damages after
    shipment.
77. Any objects inside the car
    could move around and damage the interior. This kind of damage will also
    not be covered by the auto transport insurance.
78. Arrange for an inspection by
    individual mechanics and other companies that provide inspections for
    vehicles that will be shipped to ensure safety of the vehicle.
79. Take photographs of the
    vehicle especially of any dents, scratches, or other damage that is
    already on the car.
80. Before signing the agreement,
    make sure that you agree with any notations made regarding preexisting
    damage to your vehicle.
81. Obtain copies of insurance
    policies and all other agreements or promises in writing in order to avoid
    misunderstandings later
82. Check the insurance plan
    offered for your package as the companies cover up damages only up to a
    certain amount of money.
83. You might want to consider a
    supplementary insurance coverage for a particular vehicle shipment. This
    might be especially true if you are transporting a valuable classic,
    vintage race car, exotic, antique or other specialty vehicle
84. Ask for a copy of
    transporters insurance coverage, and find out whether their insurance is
    primary or secondary to your own car insurance
85. Any licensed and authorized
    transporter will have insurance that would theft while your car is in
    possession of the auto shipping
    company.
86. The shipping company will
    complete an exhausting inspection of the car and a bill of lading will be signed
    by you.
87. Get the phone number of the
    driver who will pick up the vehicle.
88. On arrival at the
    destination, you can verify the condition of the car.
89. If you notice any
    discrepancy, you note it down on the bill of lading and get it signed by
    the driver.
90. During delivery of your car,
    do not accept the car at night, since you cannot inspect it thoroughly.
91. Check the roof, front &
    rear bumpers and also take down the mileage reading before and after
    shipping your vehicle.
92. When damages are found,
    First, get the driver's signature and then contact the car shipping
    company.
93. Second, If you received a
    poor customer service, first contact the car
    transport company dispute department and try to work out
    something.
94. Third, if the problem still
    exists, you can file a complaint with the Better Business Bureau.
95. If there are grounds to file
    a claim, do so immediately after taking delivery.
96. Damages cannot be claimed if
    any if it is not signed by the driver at the time of delivery.
97. Your inspection report,
    should contain receiving and delivery information, current mileage, and
    details pertaining to the condition of your car
98. If you're meeting in a
    neutral location because access problems prohibit door-to-door service and
    be clear where the driver wants to meet you.
99. At AAAT we ensure guaranteed
    performance regarding auto transportation and offer beneficial services
    using fabricated techniques.
100. AAAT makes certain when it
     comes to time factor for the customers, both during delivery and pick up.
101. If there is anything else you
     want to know? Call us at 877-859-4500 (Toll-Free).