Vehicle Shipping 101 From Haulingdepot.com

A sensible approach to choosing Car Shippers, Auto Transport Services and Vehicle Shipping Companies.

Monday, February 27, 2006

Shipping A Ferrari, Porsche or Mercedes?

Perhaps you've worked hard enough and smart enough to buy a Ferrari or expensive sports car. Now you need to get it in your transported to your garage. But Don't just trust your new sports car to any transport company or opt for inexpensive shipping options. After all we are not talking about a moped here.

Your gonna need an experienced transport company to handle your car and request an enclosed auto transporter. You can find enclosed transporters on sites like www.proautotransport.com, www.haulingdepot.com and www.movecars.com and www.haulingauthority.com .

Ask for their insurance coverage and if they are a transport broker find out the carriers policy.
If the coverage is not enough than extended coverage is available and recommended in case of damage occurs to the automobile. Information about carriers and broker can be found on www.fmcsa.gov . Next post we will discuss auto transport companies and reviews.

Tuesday, February 21, 2006

Equipment Transport & Specialty Car shipping

We often get calls and submissions regarding construction equipment transport or low profile automobiles, race cars, odd size trailers etc.. For vehicle transport quotes. To get it done efficiently give as much information as possible regarding any special needs for this transport. For instant some low profile can not be driven onto ramps and need actual lift gates to get it on the vehicle. Other equipment involves enclosed transport carriers.
Other important considerations regarding your transport for these special situations is the size and weight so the right transport equipment is sent out. This makes for a more efficient and less costly transport if its done right the first time out. Plus it will obviously not damage the vehicle. So be accurate and give as much information as you have. It will save all involved and make for a cheaper and efficient transport.

Tuesday, February 14, 2006

PAYING FOR YOUR AUTO TRANSPORT SERVICES

One of the most frequently asked questions about auto transport is "how do I pay for it"?
Well just like most businesses auto transport companies take a variety of payment and work in a few different ways most carriers and auto transport services brokers will accept major credit cards and certified checks and many expect C.O.D. . Whatever the payment terms make sure they are worked out and understood clearly before the car is delivered. In many cases you the customer will not be there when the car is delivered and may have someone else there to take delivery of the auto. SOME auto shipping companies require cash on delivery IF you only paid a "deposit" until the car is delivered. In this common case know the amount due and payment the driver is requiring or accepting. Some will only take cash or certified check depending on the carrier's payment policies. In other cases you may have paid in full already in which no amount is due upon the cars delivery. In any case know the deal!

Tuesday, February 07, 2006

Think Now For Summer Transport & Moves

That's right. There may be still snow on the ground but February is the time to start plalnning your auto transport or household move. Procrastination makes for headaches and all those moving horror stories. Whether your a student going home or to a summer job, relocating to a different city, or taking on a new job now is the time to book your auto transport or move. Well at least start planning it, to avoid headaches and extra express shipping and moving charges inquire about the company and get transport quotes and moving quotes now. That way you can research the transport companies and movers, ask questions and book it before it gets too busy!