Q.
How long will it take my vehicle to be shipped?
A. On average it will take three to fourteen days for your
auto to reach its destination. Factors such as distances
between pick up and delivery, weather and traffic will
all affect the total length of time of transport.
Q.
Are there charges to use haulingdepot.com?
A. No. Haulingdepot.com is a free
service to you to find the most reliable & affordable auto
shippers, saving you time & money on your auto shipping!
Q.
How long in advance do I need to book my auto transport?
A. It's highly recommended that you book
your transport at least two weeks in advance. Some of our network brokers
and carriers can accommodate on transport on a much shorter notice. If this
is the case ask for expedited car transport.
Q.
Will my vehicle be insured during transport?
A. Yes.
Legally all auto carriers must carry insurance. The industry
minimum is $100,000. We recommend that you ask to see a copy
of their certificate of insurance for proof. Also, read the terms
and conditions of
your
agreement carefully to see what is and isn't covered.
For more information visit insurance
during transport.
Q.
Must all auto transport brokers and car carriers be licensed?
A. Yes.
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety
Administration must issue all auto
carriers an MC# and/or US DOT#,
in order to have proper operating
authority. Brokers must be
bonded and
have valid MC#'s. Bonding information
can be checked through safersys.com,
and is strongly recommended to
do so before choosing an auto transporter.
Q.
How should I prepare my vehicle for auto transport?
A. If you are going to a cold climate,
make sure you have winterized your vehicle by adding antifreeze. Secure any
loose items such as antennas. Disconnect auto alarms and anti-theft systems.
Remove any car covers, and bras as they are not allowed by car carriers during
open transport. Enclosed transport is different & may be allowed.
Q.
Can I store anything in the car?
A. It
is illegal to store items anywhere in the car. Auto
transporters are not licensed to carry household
goods. In addition any items stored
within
the
car or vehicle are not covered under the carriers
insurance as well.
Q.
Will I need to have my vehicle delivered to a terminal?
A. A terminal is necessary in the event
there is not enough room for a truck to drop off your vehicle at its destination,
because of a narrow or dead end street, or any other conditions that would
not allow a truck to enter.
A terminal would also be used in the event no one is available to accept
the vehicle upon delivery. These
terminals are fully licensed and insured. It
should be noted that terminal shipping is generally less
expensive than door to door shipping as well.
Q.
What forms of payment is accepted by vehicle transporters?
A. Auto
transport brokers and carriers accept cashier and
certified checks as well as cash and credit cards
for the deposit. The balance is due upon delivery
and only cash, cashiers or certified checks is accepted
unless other arrangements have been made prior to
your transport! Every auto transport company has
their own payment policy. Make sure you know it
by asking and reading the agreement.
Q.
What if my vehicle is inoperable, can it still be transported?
A. Yes. However, addditonal fees will
apply as extra equipment and labor are needed when transporting your vehicle.
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