One burning question that dealers, wholesalers, collectors, as well as people relocating for whatever reason within the United States ask thousands of times a day is "What is the cost of shipping my vehicle? When moving any important item, like a car or other means of transportation, cost is a premier consideration. What if I told you, though, that it may not be the MOST important question to ask?
Often, when shipping a vehicle, one is apt to turn to a transportation broker, which is either a company or some type of group that do not actually ship the vehicle but arrange for its shipment. They take a percentage of the cost of moving the vehicle as payment for arranging the shipment of your vehicle. They broker the vehicle out by posting on online load boards that are visible to those car hauling companies that operate trucks that move around the country. If the broker posts too low a price on these boards, it will not attract any takers and the vehicle may sit there in anticipation of a move for a very long, uneasy period of time. Be sure that the price the broker is quoting to the vehicle movers is reasonable enough to entice them to relocate your car. Too cheap a price may not be in your best interest.
Another thing to consider is insurance coverage on the vehicle and its contents should something unforeseen occur during transport. Accidents do happen and you don't want to be on the unprotected side if one happens with your vehicle. Important questions to ask are 'what kind of coverage is provided in case of damage or loss of the vehicle' AND 'if this vehicle is to be brokered out to another auto carrier, can I get a copy of their insurance certificate?' Always try and get a copy of the carrier's insurance certificate showing YOU as certificate holder. This way, if something unfortunate happens, you can file a claim on your own directly to the insurance company.
Since you are not in the daily business of transporting vehicles, you really don't know much about the companies that do this for a living. You must think about the quality of the business you choose to transport your vehicle and above all, the reputation of the company. Do your homework. Ask car dealers who regularly deal with auto transportation companies and find out who they use (and who they won't). The internet contains a world of information including reviews of auto transportation companies. Look into them and while you are at it, look into a website called safersys.org operated by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Association. This site can be an invaluable tool to assist you in finding the right vehicle mover for you.
So, when you are looking at trying to find someone to 'ship my car,' there are several things to consider other than who can do it the cheapest. Do your homework and find a transporter that will take pride in moving your 'baby' to its new home. - 30331
Often, when shipping a vehicle, one is apt to turn to a transportation broker, which is either a company or some type of group that do not actually ship the vehicle but arrange for its shipment. They take a percentage of the cost of moving the vehicle as payment for arranging the shipment of your vehicle. They broker the vehicle out by posting on online load boards that are visible to those car hauling companies that operate trucks that move around the country. If the broker posts too low a price on these boards, it will not attract any takers and the vehicle may sit there in anticipation of a move for a very long, uneasy period of time. Be sure that the price the broker is quoting to the vehicle movers is reasonable enough to entice them to relocate your car. Too cheap a price may not be in your best interest.
Another thing to consider is insurance coverage on the vehicle and its contents should something unforeseen occur during transport. Accidents do happen and you don't want to be on the unprotected side if one happens with your vehicle. Important questions to ask are 'what kind of coverage is provided in case of damage or loss of the vehicle' AND 'if this vehicle is to be brokered out to another auto carrier, can I get a copy of their insurance certificate?' Always try and get a copy of the carrier's insurance certificate showing YOU as certificate holder. This way, if something unfortunate happens, you can file a claim on your own directly to the insurance company.
Since you are not in the daily business of transporting vehicles, you really don't know much about the companies that do this for a living. You must think about the quality of the business you choose to transport your vehicle and above all, the reputation of the company. Do your homework. Ask car dealers who regularly deal with auto transportation companies and find out who they use (and who they won't). The internet contains a world of information including reviews of auto transportation companies. Look into them and while you are at it, look into a website called safersys.org operated by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Association. This site can be an invaluable tool to assist you in finding the right vehicle mover for you.
So, when you are looking at trying to find someone to 'ship my car,' there are several things to consider other than who can do it the cheapest. Do your homework and find a transporter that will take pride in moving your 'baby' to its new home. - 30331
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