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Shipping a car or vehicle is a very personal things to some people, like transporting a cherished family member. To others, it is just an object - simply a boat, car, RV, or motorcycle.
When you choose a Carrier for auto transport, first and foremost select based upon a comfort level that is good for you. Although price is important, other important issues surface in this all important selection process.
Equipment: Does he have modern and safe equipments? Insurance: Is the carrier properly insured? License: Does the carriers have all of the proper licenses and permits necessary? Safety Record: His driving record is very important. Reputation: Does this carrier project a professional attitude?
Your selection of Brokers that only use and utilize Carriers that meet a strict code of ethics and conduct is extremely important. Auto shipping is a serious business and only serious companies and individuals need to be involved.
The definition of properly insured means having cargo insurance as well as liability coverage that not only covers your vehicle, but also any exposure that may come along in the process of moving your vehicle. In today's world, most of the top companies carry a minimum of $1,000,000.00 in liability as well as at least $250.000.00 in cargo insurance as a standard.
Required and mandatory licensing is very important. Being licensed through the FMCSA (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration) and having all of the state and federal permits (including registration with the DOT) is not only expected but necessary. The minimum required will be a Motor Carrier Authority Number (a license), a DOT number (licensing) and each state requires permits (expensive) just to utilize their highways for transport.
A safety record indicating that the driver is a careful professional is critically important to you as a shipper. Shipping is important but getting your vehicles there safely is even more urgent.
Drivers/Carriers build reputations. Some are good and some not so good. The reputation a driver/carrier has will tell you volumes about what to expect in terms of agreement, compliance with contracts, and an ability to simply "get along" with the driver/carrier you select. Choose carefully here, if you feel uncomfortable with a driver/carrier, simply talk to another one that makes you feel better about the process. There are review sites on the web where the past performance of various transport companies can be reviewed, complete with details and stories of experiences listed by previous customers.
A successful company or driver is going to have modern well maintained equipment with which to move your vehicle. Stay away from those using "junk". For the most part the safety and reliability of a large rig will have a lot to do with it's age and visable condition. If it looks worn out it probably is. Successful Carriers pride themselves in top equipment and you will be able to tell the difference.
By contacting brokers when you are requesting quotes, you can be assured that only carriers that meet the above descriptions will be contacting you. Your total satisfaction and safety is really what this is all about.
When you choose a Carrier for auto transport, first and foremost select based upon a comfort level that is good for you. Although price is important, other important issues surface in this all important selection process.
Equipment: Does he have modern and safe equipments? Insurance: Is the carrier properly insured? License: Does the carriers have all of the proper licenses and permits necessary? Safety Record: His driving record is very important. Reputation: Does this carrier project a professional attitude?
Your selection of Brokers that only use and utilize Carriers that meet a strict code of ethics and conduct is extremely important. Auto shipping is a serious business and only serious companies and individuals need to be involved.
The definition of properly insured means having cargo insurance as well as liability coverage that not only covers your vehicle, but also any exposure that may come along in the process of moving your vehicle. In today's world, most of the top companies carry a minimum of $1,000,000.00 in liability as well as at least $250.000.00 in cargo insurance as a standard.
Required and mandatory licensing is very important. Being licensed through the FMCSA (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration) and having all of the state and federal permits (including registration with the DOT) is not only expected but necessary. The minimum required will be a Motor Carrier Authority Number (a license), a DOT number (licensing) and each state requires permits (expensive) just to utilize their highways for transport.
A safety record indicating that the driver is a careful professional is critically important to you as a shipper. Shipping is important but getting your vehicles there safely is even more urgent.
Drivers/Carriers build reputations. Some are good and some not so good. The reputation a driver/carrier has will tell you volumes about what to expect in terms of agreement, compliance with contracts, and an ability to simply "get along" with the driver/carrier you select. Choose carefully here, if you feel uncomfortable with a driver/carrier, simply talk to another one that makes you feel better about the process. There are review sites on the web where the past performance of various transport companies can be reviewed, complete with details and stories of experiences listed by previous customers.
A successful company or driver is going to have modern well maintained equipment with which to move your vehicle. Stay away from those using "junk". For the most part the safety and reliability of a large rig will have a lot to do with it's age and visable condition. If it looks worn out it probably is. Successful Carriers pride themselves in top equipment and you will be able to tell the difference.
By contacting brokers when you are requesting quotes, you can be assured that only carriers that meet the above descriptions will be contacting you. Your total satisfaction and safety is really what this is all about.
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