AUTO TRANSPORT COMPANIES

               AUTO TRANSPORT COMPANIES

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An auto transport company is a worldwide  transport service that specialize in the moving of automobiles from point A to point B.

There are a number of different reason why you might  need the service of  auto transport companies. Some common reasons include:

• You are moving 
• You are sending your child to college
• You are relocating to a different state for the winter or summer.
• You are selling a vehicle to someone who lives in another state 
• You are purchasing a vehicle that is in a different state

I have only mention 5 reason above but the fact is that there are endless reasons why you may need  to  transport your vehicle/s. If you are in that position the best thing to do is to hire a professional transport company to do the job for you, rather than to have it haul or drive it on your own. There are a lot of benefits when you  auto transport vehicle/s  than if you were to drive it.

• It saves you time 
• It saves you money
• It eliminates hassle
• It is safe
• It minimize wear and tear on your vehicle/s

It does not matter if you are a dealership trying to get several vehicles to a new location or you are a buyer, seller or collector of classic vehicle/s,  an auto transport company will get the job done more easily. It does not matter how much vehicles you want to move these companies can do it.

When you are planning to auto transport your vehicle/s you must first educate yourself about auto transport companies and how they operate. Below are some questions you must ask :

1. Are they registered-You want to make sure the auto transport company you choose to work with is registered. Any company providing auto transport services need to be registered with the Department of Transport.

2. Insurance -You  must know  what form of insurance they offer this is very important because your standard motor insurance will probably not cover transporting your car across the country, so make sure your transporting company has adequate insurance coverage .

3. Service they offer - Find out if they offer enclosed or open carrier service  and door to door or terminal to terminal services ,these service are completely different so if you don't know the difference between each services mentioned please visit auto transport companies for details.Also some transport companies may only operate regionally, and others might have restriction on the size or type of vehicle they transport.

4. Cost - When it comes to the cost to auto transport your vehicle/s it varies there are no set cost because the cost will be determine by several factors. The best way to get an idea of what the cost will be is to fill out a online quote form at auto transport quote and ensure all the important fields are enter correctly. Also its important you know exactly whats included in the cost. 

5. Payments- Some companies have different form of payments arrangement but most of them also have similar payment methods. Make sure you ask what payment method the company requires, and also what is there method of payment this is important because some companies will require you to pay the full amount upfront while others will take a deposit and have you pay the remaining balance on delivery. 

6. How do you prepare your vehicle/s for transport - Preparing your vehicle for transport is very important, make sure you wash your vehicle/s properly this will help for the examination that will take place. take out all personal items out of vehicle before transporting because auto transporting companies are prohibited for moving vehicle/s that contain personal belongings. The Department of Transport also requires that all keys be turned over to the driver while the vehicle/s is in transit. It's also important that there is no more than quarter of a tank gas, this will avoid excess weight.

7. How long will transporting take - The shipping time will vary , as a general guide  coast to coast transportation might take 1-2 weeks, shorter routes a few days and overseas much longer. The time also depends on how your vehicle/s is being transported, weather, road conditions, traffic and  other stops.

8. What will happen if your car get damaged - When your vehicle is pickup by the transporter an assessment of the general condition of your vehicle/s will take place, so you both can agree of the state its in before it load on the carrier. On delivery a similar assessment will also take place, its important to do a proper inspection when you receive your vehicle/s, if your vehicle/s does get damages during transit it will be documented on the delivery report and sign by the driver. This will allow you to make a claim against the shipping company's insurance. Taking pics is a easy way to identify damages so you can take pics at pickup and date them so you can compare them when  your vehicle/s is delivered to you.

                                              Get a free online quote today auto transport quote 

                       Or call 561-923-0803

When it comes to auto transporting your vehicle/s you may want to know why you get to talk to a broker instead of  the carrier and the difference between the two, below I will explain the difference as its important that you know this.  

The Difference Between Auto Transport Brokers And Auto Transport Carriers

In the auto transport industry this is a commonly ask question.

Auto Transport Brokers

 Most carriers in the US do not deal with customers directly, therefore just like many other industry the broker is a necessary person, they are the person that will ensure reliable service to you.The broker will find the best carrier to transport your vehicle/s, find the best rate and will arrange your service. They have access to a database of thousands of carriers from across the country and can arrange for your vehicle/s to be pickup even the same day if you want, this is one of the biggest advantages of using broker. 

Brokers can also see carriers ratings and choose among the highest rated. The broker will stay in touch with you until you get your vehicle/s at your destination, you can also call the broker to track your vehicle/s and ask any questions you might have about your vehicle/s.

Auto transport brokers will charge a fee for the work they do, they will also refund your money if they are not able to find a carrier but if the broker has done their job to find a carrier, and after that you decide to cancel the order then the broker will not refund the fee charge.

Auto Transport Carriers

 A carrier can be a one man company or a big auto transport company with trucks. When using a carrier only company the transport of your vehicle can be delayed because most carriers don't serve every route in the country.

Many carriers don't have an online presence and you can't find information about their performances. you might think that dealing with a carrier you will paid less to transport your vehicle/s but that's not always the case as great carriers will provide quality services and this will cost money.

Most carriers are registered brokers as well this means that even with a carrier you might go through a broker service .

                                          Get a free online quote today auto transport quote 

                       Or call 561-923-0803

In the auto transporting industry both carriers and brokers aim at offering the best possible service, they get the job done and they get paid for it just like any other industry. Also both the broker and the carrier has to register with the DOT(Department of Transport).


If you are like many people and your vehicle/s are your pride and joy taking the time to get your yourself educated at the auto transport companies and how the work is very important this way you will have a peace of mind when your vehicle/s is being transported.

Also when it comes to auto transport its important that you know that cheapest is not always the best way so when you choose an auto transport company and you get a quote make sure to ask what service you are paying for.


Written by Tashoy Salmon
11/16/16
email: dispatch@a-zautotransport.com

Ship car from NY to Florida

                                                                                         

                     Ship car from NY to Florida

For free quote 
561-923-0803 

Everyday a family has to make the decision of moving, weather its the case of relocating, vacating or sometimes its a decision of purchasing a vehicle in NY and want car transport companies to shit it to FL .

During the winter season most of our  New York  customers travel to Florida to get away from the cold.




   
                                                                                                                                                 
Its much easier for customers to travel by air and have their vehicle/s auto transport this way they save energy, time and money .

Its now our job to make sure their vehicle/s are auto transport on time so they have access to them instead of rentals.


We have lots of repeat customers each year during the winter season moving from NY to FL  we refer to them has snowbirds.

We also have customers that are first time shippers and know very little about how  car transport companies works.

If its your first time transporting a vehicle its very important that you take the time to know how this industry works .

Customers can get confused or lost in the overflow of information found on the internet so in this article we well explain the process of auto transporting step by step to help first time shippers understand  how it works.

                           Step 1

The first step customers must take is filling out a quote form. A quote form includes specific information advising the carrier what type of service you are requesting according to your shipping details. To ensure your  quote is as accurate as possible its important that all vehicle/s info are enter , please make sure that the running condition and carrier type fields are correct, these can make a difference in the quote price . Filling out a quote form will give customers an idea of what the cost to shipped vehicle/s will be to ship car from NY to Florida . The cost is one of the first question customers want answered. below are the main fields that you will find on a quote form 

• First and Last Names
• Phone #
• Email address
• Pick up info (i) City (ii) State
• Drop off info (ii) City (ii) State
• Shipping info (ii) ship date (ii) vehicle/s ( operable / inoperable)
• Carrier            (i) open (ii) enclose (iii) drive away
• Vehicle info   (i) year (ii) make (iii) model (iv) vehicle type 

                   Step 2

After filling  out and submit the quote form on our site a-z auto transport we will review your request and one of our professional car shippers will contact you immediately via email, text message or telephone call.

Customers will receive different quotes for the different service level we have, such as door to door or terminal to terminal, visit a-z auto transport  for the difference between  both services. Also 

Enclosed carrier is completely  different from open carrier compare the two in the pictures below.

Pic 1           

                                                                                   

                                                                                                       

Enclosed Carrier 

Pic 2

  

Open carrier 

                     Step 3

Once you have selected the car transport service that fits your particular transporting needs, it is time to complete your order by letting the carrier know when you would like your vehicle/s to be picked up.

                 Step 4

Once customers choose an auto transport company to ship their vehicle/s. The company will begin the work, there will be paper work to sign and most companies will also take your credit or debit card info over the phone for a portion of the overall cost, the remaining will be paid at drop off .

It is also important that customers work with only one auto transport company. There are times when customers give more than one auto transport company their shipping order, this can cause a  duplicate bidding war on the auto transporting load board, giving multiple transport companies your order can and will drive your shipping price up. So it is very important that customers understand that its best to work with only one company.

            Step 5

Once our company assign customer order to  a auto transport carrier, we will send customer an email, this is the ( Dispatch Notice Email) this email will let customers know the pickup date to ensure it will work with their schedule. If this date will not work it is very important to let our company know immediately, this way we can find another carrier for a different date.

         Step 6

After confirming the pickup date, its know time to prepare and get your vehicle/s ready for pickup. The first thing you should do is wash your vehicle, this way you can identify any damage or scratch on your vehicle. Take photos of your vehicle/s before the pickup for proof any existing damage or not. Be sure to remove valuable products from vehicle/s. Also remove or secure loose parts, you will also need to do a maintenance check before transport. This is important, ensure your gas tank is 1/4 full and no more. These are some of the main things to do when preparing your vehicle/s for transport but for more details visit a-z auto transport.

The car carrier driver  will  contact customer at least 2 hrs before pickup. Once the carrier arrive a car inspection report is done, this is  very important in the auto transport industry to certify the condition of the vehicle at pickup. Hence why it's important to wash and get your vehicle ready for shipping. Its important that you keep your copy of the bill of lading. The vehicle will be load onto the carrier and your vehicle is now officially in transit. 

Customer will have access to the driver's cell # this way they can call to ask questions or concerns while vehicle/s are  been  transported. There are times when customers may unable to get a hold of the driver while on the road, this can be the result of many different reasons such as rest stop, lunch break, rest room stop, unloading or uploading of other vehicles etc. If you don't get a hold of driver leave a message for a call back or try back later.

       Step 7

The final process is when customer  receive their vehicle at its destination . The auto carrier driver will contact the customer or the person the customer appointed, about 2 hrs before  their arrival at delivery address. Once the vehicle/s are unload, another inspection will be done on the same bill of lading used at the pickup. If the carrier will reach when its dark ensure you have proper lighting to inspect your vehicle/s to make sure there are  no new damages. Once the inspection is approved the final payment is due to the driver in cash, money order or certified check .

   Step 8

Feedback is important so please leave a feedback based on your experience working with our company. Enter the company's name in google search " A-z Auto transport llc" then select the option to write a review.

 

Leave a comment, let us know how helpful this article was. 

                                

Written by Tashoy Salmon
November 03, 2016
email: dispatch@a-zautotransport.com
call: 561-923-0803

How to ship my car from Florida to New York?

After spending the winter in Florida snow birds are now ready to return up North, New York, Washington, Canada etc. Like any other product or services, when there is a demand the cost increases. In this case when the carriers are now moving the snow birds from Florida to New York and other States up North, the carrier will have a full load going North but may return empty as fewer people are moving South during this time. 

As a shipper, the most convenient method of transporting your vehicle from Florida to New York and again from New York to Florida, is to use the same carrier both ways and continue to do so over the years if this carrier provides quality service. Consistently using the same carrier creates loyalty and will eliminate many issues and stress related concerns of auto transport.   

You may choose to search the web for a good deal each time you decide to transport your vehicle and eventually get that good deal you were looking for, but how often will that be? Also do you always have the time and patience it takes to go through 10 or more quotes and websites that offer multiple quotes from multiple companies? While the cost of living continues to increase and you continue to age would you put your money before your health? I know the answer is NO, but very often people put money before their health not realizing what they are doing because they are sole focused on getting a good deal. 

At A-z Auto transport we strive to give quality over quantity, yes we are not the cheapest in auto transport but we can assure you that when it comes to quality we are ranked above most of the biggest names in the auto shipping industry.  We are able to provide same day pickup, express delivery with specialized services customize to fit your needs. 

Updated July 8, 2017

By Damian Earle
Call: 561-923-0803