How much?
If you are like most consumers, chances are your deciding vote will be influenced and swayed, largely, by the P word -- we are referring to price here. In all the years we have been in this industry, we have found that price can and often does influence the decision when it comes to selecting an auto shipping company. Under ideal circumstances, your car shipping company should provide maximum service for the most affordable price.
The easiest way to save on
car shipping is to compare quotes offered by multiple providers. Isn’t that why we are here? Our goal is to serve as a one-stop resource for all your car and vehicle shipping needs.
As such, we have designed a very consumer-friendly site. At your end, the process is as easy as 1, 2, 3.
1. Complete and submit one easy form.
2. Receive quotes from multiple car shipping companies.
3. Compare providers and save money.
It is that easy. Our cutting-edge technology will quickly screen our network to help you select a company that best serves your needs. When you are requesting quotes from auto shipping companies, keep some basic information handy—your origin and destination locations, approximate date of departure, vehicle type, and type of car transport service desired.
In addition to price, it is also important to evaluate payment method and payment terms. Does the company accept credit cards? Do they ask for a deposit? Are you required to pay the entire amount in advance? What are the refund terms? What is the cancellation policy? Read through their contract very carefully. If possible, negotiate the inclusion of a clause whereby they would offer a discount or waive the cancellation fee should they fail to pick up or deliver as promised. Some vehicle transporters may get around this by not offering a guarantee of any sort. You must be on the look out for these and other issues and read the fine print with a microscope.
Prepare a spreadsheet
Once you have conducted preliminary research, you should have a fair idea about what most
auto shipping companies offer. Based on what you define as “must haves” from your ideal car shipping company, prepare a spreadsheet so you can compare each company side by side.
Ask questions -- you are paying them
For all the money you will be paying for the service, you should not hesitate to ask questions, even if you think they are too basic. Feel free to ask as many questions as you need to.
How is their insurance policy structured?
Will the company deliver goods to your destination location or do they ask you to pick up from the closest drop-off area? Are they guaranteeing delivery and pickup terms? What happens if they fail to live up to their promises? Do they have expertise in fulfilling regulatory paperwork and other documentation requirements, especially if your destination involves an international location?
You should not hesitate to conduct reference checks and ask friends and colleagues for their recommendations. The process of selecting an auto shipping company may be cumbersome but if done right it could save you a lot of headaches later on.
Try to obtain a copy of the
car shipping company’s insurance policy. Check if they offer liability coverage as primary coverage or secondary to your own insurance. You will also need to call your own insurance company to understand the level of coverage they provide during transportation.
What is being offered?
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