Answers to Common Questions about Auto Shipping

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Answers to Common Questions about Auto Shipping
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If you are not familiar with how auto transport
works, or are looking to get a deeper insight
into the same, the following answers to some of
the most commonly asked questions should provide
adequate information.
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Where will my carrier pick-up my vehicle?

• The first thing that concerns many is the
  location their vehicle(s) will be picked from.
  The answer depends on a number of variables, and
  the best thing to do is to communicate with your
  transporter beforehand.

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Among the factors to be considered is the
location you want the car picked from. That is,
is the place maneuverable for huge trucks? Is it
in a residential neighborhood? Most car movers
use large trucks and navigating the narrow
streets in the residential estates can be tricky.
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The other thing to be considered is the method of
transportation you will be using. Is it a private
transport where it will only be your car in the
truck or a large volume transport for multiple
vehicles? Your carrier is more likely to come for
your vehicle if it a private transport. It is,
however, common to arrange for a pick-up location
where it will be convenient for both you and the
transporter.
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Will my vehicle be delivered to the terminal or
brought to me?

• The mode of delivery is also another thing to
  define when signing up for car shipping services.

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Would you like to have the car delivered to your
home or at the transporter's terminal? This is
also another issue that should be discussed with
your transporter of choice.
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It is best to outline your preferences before
booking. That way, you will be sure that your
carrier can do what you expect them to.
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Will my vehicle be covered during open trailer
transport?

• To ensure that their vehicles are well protected
  from the various elements during transit, most
  people choose the option of having their vehicles
  covered.

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While this is an option that some car movers
have, it is not recommended, since your vehicle
might be better off without the cover.
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For instance, if the cover becomes loose on
transit, it can scratch and damage the vehicles'
paint. The best thing to do is to wash and wax
your car. This would protect its paint from
debris, grit, bugs and road salt.
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What does my carrier's insurance cover?

• It is critical to ensure that your vehicle in
  transit is well covered in case of uncertainties
  during transit. All auto shipping companies are
  required to have a cover for the vehicles they
  transport.

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So, before you accept their offer, make sure that
you go through what will be covered in case your
vehicle gets damaged in transit. If you can, have
your insurance agent to assist you with that.
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An effective way of taking a record of the
condition of your vehicle at the time of pick up
is by taking photos of its exterior and interior
you will need them when filing for insurance
compensation. Also, you will want to check the
agreement before signing any documents. They
should have a clear definition of the party to be
liable for different types of damages.
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Do I need to empty my gas tank?

• Absolutely before you hand over your car for
  transport, it is vital that you empty the tank.
  You may want to leave only about a gallon that
  will get you to a gas station after delivery.

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The reason behind this is about the weight of the
car and the Federal Motor Carrier Safety
Administration (FMCSA) regulations. It is best if
the vehicle is as light as possible during
transit and the regulations as mentioned earlier
prohibit motor carriers from the transportation
of hazardous materials (such as gasoline).
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If my vehicle will be transported with other
vehicles, will they be prevented from touching?

• Should the car shipping company transport your
  car among others, they will use multiple safety
  measures to ensure that the cars do not touch.

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This will be in addition to the car's emergency
brake, and other mechanisms for the various types
of transmissions. Professional movers will be
keen to ensure that the vehicles do not roll as
it is in the regulations of the FMCSA. Remember
that you could opt for a private transportation
where your car will be transported alone.
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How can I know the cost of transit?

• The good thing about auto shipping is that you
  can check the various prices by requesting quotes
  from multiple companies.

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