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. 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. Insurance: Is the carrier properly insured ? Licensure: Does the carrier possess proper licenses & permits ? Safety Record: Driving record does matter .. Reputation: Is this carrier going to project a professional attitude ? Equipment: Having and maintaining a safe and modern truck is very important to the transportation process.
It is extremely important that the broker you select will only use and utilize those Carriers that meet a very strict code of conduct and ethics. Individuals involved in the auto shipping business need to be very serious about it.
In order to cover your vehicle with the minimum of insurance necessary most top companies today carry a minimum of $1,000,000.00 in liability and $250,000.00 in cargo insurance. These amounts are considered standard in order to cover your vehicle as well as any possible exposure to liability that may come along in the process of moving your vehicle.
Having the required and mandatory licensing is very important. Licensing through the FMCSA (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration) plus all of those state and federal permits (which includes registration with the Department of Transportation) is required and necessary. The absolute minimum required is going to be a Motor Carrier Authority Number (a license), a DOT number (a license) in addition to state permits required by each state to utilize their highways in transporting.
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.
Review stories are listed on the internet at various sites telling you of many stories previous customers have related concerning their experiences with various transport companies.
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 are dealing with brokers and requesting quotes, only those companies that meet or exceed the description listed above should be contacting you. After all, you safety and total satisfaction is what it's all about anyway, right ?
It is extremely important that the broker you select will only use and utilize those Carriers that meet a very strict code of conduct and ethics. Individuals involved in the auto shipping business need to be very serious about it.
In order to cover your vehicle with the minimum of insurance necessary most top companies today carry a minimum of $1,000,000.00 in liability and $250,000.00 in cargo insurance. These amounts are considered standard in order to cover your vehicle as well as any possible exposure to liability that may come along in the process of moving your vehicle.
Having the required and mandatory licensing is very important. Licensing through the FMCSA (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration) plus all of those state and federal permits (which includes registration with the Department of Transportation) is required and necessary. The absolute minimum required is going to be a Motor Carrier Authority Number (a license), a DOT number (a license) in addition to state permits required by each state to utilize their highways in transporting.
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.
Review stories are listed on the internet at various sites telling you of many stories previous customers have related concerning their experiences with various transport companies.
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 are dealing with brokers and requesting quotes, only those companies that meet or exceed the description listed above should be contacting you. After all, you safety and total satisfaction is what it's all about anyway, right ?
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