Auto Transport - I've Packed My Bags, No How To Ship My Car
One of the first questions put forth probably thousands of times a day by auto dealers, wholesalers, collectors, and just plain folks who are relocating somewhere in the country is "What is the cost to ship my vehicle? Cost is important of course when moving something as large and expensive as a motor vehicle of any type, but is it the MOST important item to consider?
Usually, a person will be dealing with brokers in the car transportation business. These brokerage firms do not operate long-haul trucks of their own. They act as agents of the trucking companies by taking an order to move a vehicle. They make an estimate of what to charge a trucking company, withhold a percentage of this fee, which they will charge you for the task of arranging shipment. They then broker out the job by posting on online load boards that are visible to car haulers that are in the business of operating trucks to move about the country. If this posted quote is too low, it will not attract any of these car hauling truck companies and your vehicle will sit waiting to be relocated for a very long time. Make sure that the price the broker is offering is reasonable enough in the industry to get your car from one place to another in a timely manner. As with so many other costs, the lowest price is not always the way to go.
Insurance coverage on the vehicle and its contents is another very important cost item to consider. Should some unforeseen accident occur that harms your vehicle while in-transit, you want it protected, just as you would any property that belongs to you. The questions to ask of importance here are what coverage does the trucker's insurance provide in case of damage or loss and also, the trucker may have brokered it out at least in part to another trucker and you will want to get a copy of that car hauler's insurance certificate as well. Always make sure, if at all possible, to have the carrier's insurance certificate list you as the certificate holder. Should some harm befall your vehicle and/or its contents, then you can file the claim yourself directly to the insurance company.
The quality and reputation of the auto transportation outfit that is handling the transport of your vehicle is also another concern of yours. You really have no idea about the company or companies that are moving your vehicle unless you are directly involved in the daily business of transporting vehicles yourself. Do some research about these companies. Talk to a car dealer who undoubtedly ships vehicles on a regular basis and find out who they use. Go online and read reviews about various companies to get as much information as you can before you start collecting bids. Go to safersys.org, a website operated by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Association, and take a look at a company's safety profile. This site can be of invaluable assistance to you in seeking a reputable transport company.
Bottom line is you do not necessarily want the cheapest mode of transportation to bring your "baby" home to you. You want a company that takes pride in the quality and timeliness of their transportation consignments. So shop around and you won't get burned. - 21392
Usually, a person will be dealing with brokers in the car transportation business. These brokerage firms do not operate long-haul trucks of their own. They act as agents of the trucking companies by taking an order to move a vehicle. They make an estimate of what to charge a trucking company, withhold a percentage of this fee, which they will charge you for the task of arranging shipment. They then broker out the job by posting on online load boards that are visible to car haulers that are in the business of operating trucks to move about the country. If this posted quote is too low, it will not attract any of these car hauling truck companies and your vehicle will sit waiting to be relocated for a very long time. Make sure that the price the broker is offering is reasonable enough in the industry to get your car from one place to another in a timely manner. As with so many other costs, the lowest price is not always the way to go.
Insurance coverage on the vehicle and its contents is another very important cost item to consider. Should some unforeseen accident occur that harms your vehicle while in-transit, you want it protected, just as you would any property that belongs to you. The questions to ask of importance here are what coverage does the trucker's insurance provide in case of damage or loss and also, the trucker may have brokered it out at least in part to another trucker and you will want to get a copy of that car hauler's insurance certificate as well. Always make sure, if at all possible, to have the carrier's insurance certificate list you as the certificate holder. Should some harm befall your vehicle and/or its contents, then you can file the claim yourself directly to the insurance company.
The quality and reputation of the auto transportation outfit that is handling the transport of your vehicle is also another concern of yours. You really have no idea about the company or companies that are moving your vehicle unless you are directly involved in the daily business of transporting vehicles yourself. Do some research about these companies. Talk to a car dealer who undoubtedly ships vehicles on a regular basis and find out who they use. Go online and read reviews about various companies to get as much information as you can before you start collecting bids. Go to safersys.org, a website operated by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Association, and take a look at a company's safety profile. This site can be of invaluable assistance to you in seeking a reputable transport company.
Bottom line is you do not necessarily want the cheapest mode of transportation to bring your "baby" home to you. You want a company that takes pride in the quality and timeliness of their transportation consignments. So shop around and you won't get burned. - 21392
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