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The shipping of a vehicle means different things to different people. To some, it's an object - simply a car, a boat, an RV, ATV, or motorcycle...to others, it's a very personal thing like transporting a cherished family member.
During the very important process of selection of a Carrier for auto transport finding a comfort level that is good for you should come first. Other very important issues will also surface during this selection process.
* Insurance: Is the carrier properly insured ?
Does your selected carrier possess the proper licenses & permits ?
For safety sake the driving record of your selected carrier really matters.
Does your selected carrier project a professional attitude ?
The transportation process requires your carrier have safe modern equipment.
The Broker you ultimately use should only provide those carriers that meet a strict code of ethics and conduct. Auto transport is a serious business and requires companies and individuals that project these qualities.
Properly insured means having liability insurance as well as cargo insurance coverage, to not only cover your vehicle, but also any possible exposure to liability that may come along in the process of moving your vehicle. Most top companies today carry a minimum of $250,000.00 in cargo insurance and at least $1,000.000.00 in liability is standard.
Minimum licensing required by the FMCSA (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration) requires carriers to have a minimum of Motor Carrier Authority (a license) a DOT number (licensing) in addition to the expensive permits required by each and every state the driver passes through. These permits are a means of taxing the drivers for the use of the highways by each state.
A careful professional driver having a safe record is very important to you the shipper. Getting your vehicle safely to it's destination is even more important than shipping it.
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.
When you request quotes from brokers, only companies that meet or exceed the above descriptions should be contacting you. Your safety and total satisfaction is after all what this entire program is really about.
During the very important process of selection of a Carrier for auto transport finding a comfort level that is good for you should come first. Other very important issues will also surface during this selection process.
* Insurance: Is the carrier properly insured ?
Does your selected carrier possess the proper licenses & permits ?
For safety sake the driving record of your selected carrier really matters.
Does your selected carrier project a professional attitude ?
The transportation process requires your carrier have safe modern equipment.
The Broker you ultimately use should only provide those carriers that meet a strict code of ethics and conduct. Auto transport is a serious business and requires companies and individuals that project these qualities.
Properly insured means having liability insurance as well as cargo insurance coverage, to not only cover your vehicle, but also any possible exposure to liability that may come along in the process of moving your vehicle. Most top companies today carry a minimum of $250,000.00 in cargo insurance and at least $1,000.000.00 in liability is standard.
Minimum licensing required by the FMCSA (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration) requires carriers to have a minimum of Motor Carrier Authority (a license) a DOT number (licensing) in addition to the expensive permits required by each and every state the driver passes through. These permits are a means of taxing the drivers for the use of the highways by each state.
A careful professional driver having a safe record is very important to you the shipper. Getting your vehicle safely to it's destination is even more important than shipping it.
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.
When you request quotes from brokers, only companies that meet or exceed the above descriptions should be contacting you. Your safety and total satisfaction is after all what this entire program is really about.
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