Vehicle Shipping 101 From Haulingdepot.com

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

Monday, February 26, 2007

Moving Household Goods & Shipping Cars

Summer is coming, well almost. (believe it or not!) So maybe that move you've been anticipating all winter is now just right around the corner. We will also discuss more about residential movers in our upcoming blogs., but right now lets address a common question that many consumers relocating have.

The questions is "Can the moving company I choose to use also move my cars?" The answer is that while most legitimate moving companies do have the ability to move your automobiles or the connections that can move it for you most likely an auto transport broker or car carrier trucking company as discussed in prior posts. Many full service companies though don't actually like moving your cars (not all) and can sometimes charge a premium.

It's best to get a price from your mover as well as on your own to ship your vehicles. Compare the 2 costs and than make your educated decision.

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Thursday, February 15, 2007

The Deposit

I booked my car, it hasn't move and now I cant get my deposit back! We here this one all to much. On a positive note thei are some simple things you can do when shipping your car to avoid this situation. As explained in our last post, the fist thing you should do is know the auto transport process!

What's the time guaranteed for pick up and delivery? Is it in writing? What's the refund policy if they don't pick up the car? Knowing these, researching the transport broker and planning are the best things you can do. If you give yourself 3-4 weeks advance time usually you will have no problems getting your vehicle as stated.

There are some shipping brokers who do not take a deposit until they have booked the car with a carrier. Still be clear in the pick up and delivery and as always.....Get It In Writing!

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