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Types of Car Transport Services


Types of Car Transport Services

Thomas Morva
March 1, 2006

Car transport companies offer a wide selection of services to the discerning customer. Whether you're shipping a million dollar exotic car, a flawless classic an antique auto or a standard family car you can always count on finding the right car transport company with an auto carrier package designed to fit your needs and budget.

Additionally the availability of international services has never been better. It is advisable to decide before you investigate car transport companies what type of services you are looking for. Some of the most common types of service are door-to-door car transport, terminal-to-terminal transport, special car mover, delivery to a specified location, storage needs, and tracking your vehicle. In addition, many car transport companies offer worldwide vehicle transportation solutions to individuals. These businesses specialize in reliable, efficient service with frequent departures from major U.S. ports. Most companies will provide you with an experienced customer service representative to make certain the careful transport of your car overseas.

You can also request a covered transport; this will shield your car from inclement weather and other hazards of the road. Cost depends on distance, mode of transport and time of delivery, some car transport companies will deliver within several days of your arrival date other with a few weeks. The car transport company should warn you of possible delays ahead of time, this is a standard service.

If you need a specific date for pick-up, most vehicle transport services can pick-up your car and hold it at a secure location for an additional charge. Some auto transport companies may provide this service free of charge. Your car transport company should provide you with a reasonably precise delivery date. Check to see if there any fees to cancel, and reimbursement for rental car.

Your car should be insured against destruction of any kind. Get a copy of the transport company’s insurance coverage and establish how their insurance works with your insurance. In addition, learn if there is any kind of deductible.

Car storage is a service worthy of mention as there is a wide range of prices and locations for car storage; a protected facility with a guarantee a safe storage area warehouse is optimal. Further, many car transport companies will offer various tracking services such as state of the art satellite tracking and cellular phones to keep apprised of your vehicle’s condition throughout the car’s journey. Just knowing the basic facts about car transport will make finding the right car transport company a guaranteed success.

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