The vehicle can
be loaded into the container in presence of owner, the container is
sealed, loaded on to a truck, and container is opened only after
reaching destination in presence of owner of vehicle or owner’s
representative. This makes containerized moving of vehicles safest
but is also comparatively expensive.In order to economize,
many people opt to transport their vehicle on open or covered flat
bed truck. RORO, meaning Roll On and Roll Off, is mainly applicable
for moving your vehicle by ships specifically designed to transport
vehicles.
For Car shipping company, whether it is domestic or international
shipping, the job is nearly the same. International shipping
requires more paper work, controls and more stringent pre-shipment
inspection. Due consideration has to be given to customs rules for
export & import of vehicles. The vehicle has to meet norms for
pollution control and safety standards for vehicles in country of
destination. The insurance coverage is also different in case of
international shipping.
There are many points to be considered while moving your vehicle and
while selecting
auto shipping company, so that the
moving is safe, secure and at the same time economical. The
insurance coverage is a factor that has be considered and finalized
carefully, as good insurance coverage makes the entire job easy and
less stressful to both parties, owner of vehicle and auto shipping
company.
The reputation of moving company, route, payment contract,
jurisdiction of contract, fine prints in contract, pickup and
delivery dates, mode of pick up and delivery, pre delivery and post
delivery inspection and responsibility, liabilities in case of
damage or theft, are some of the very important points to be
carefully finalized before moving the vehicle. Lastly, give full set
of all keys to mover and keep just enough fuel in your tank, so that
you can take your vehicle to next gas station on reaching
destination.
