Yes and no. The strict interpretation is no, you can’t ship items inside your vehicle. The reality is that almost all auto transport carriers look the other way on items that weigh less than 100 pounds, roughly the equivalent of 2 suitcases. We recommend placing any additional items in the trunk and out of sight. The U.S. Transportation Law states that a carrier can be fined $10,000 for hauling household items in the vehicle, but it is rarely enforced. Please know that car delivery drivers estimate every vehicle’s weight that they carry and don’t want problems at weight scales. They must keep the personal items to a minimum to make it through the scales. Some drivers will accept a tip ($50-$250) for hauling extra stuff, and some won’t. Rule of thumb, don’t take advantage. The car transporter is there to ship a car, not move the owner’s personal belongings. Our car shipping calculator will not add a charge for extra items because it would be presumptuous to expect the driver to agree. If you want to include extra items in your vehicle, please discuss that first with the driver and come to a mutual agreement.
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Talk to your employer about the hiring of a reliable auto transport company, like us, and whether they will help with the expense. Many corporations are willing to help with that if you would only ask.
Make sure to schedule the pickup of your vehicle one or two weeks before you leave your current residence. Have backup contacts lined up on either end to take the stress out of it. You don’t have to be the person meeting the driver on either end, but you must have someone representing you.
You will need to thoroughly examine your car and document the condition before it is shipped. Take photos before and after. Upon arrival at your new destination, we recommend that you or your designated representative be there for the delivery. Inspect your vehicle once more and ensure that no damage occurred during the car transportation process. Of course, anyone you choose may receive your vehicle in your place and sign for it.
There are different car shipping service options to consider. While most people opt for an open-air carrier, if you have a high-end luxury vehicle, exotic car, classic car, or an antique, you should probably be among the 3% of customers choosing an enclosed carrier. But you will save significantly, roughly 33%, on the expense of car shipping by going Open-Air Transport.
The timeframe for any car shipment can take from a few days to a couple of weeks. Many factors come into play when determining car shipping timelines, such as the number of vehicles on the carrier and weather conditions. But mostly, it is the overall distance of the relocation route that determines how long it takes.
Carrier Transit Schedule For Car Delivery
The car delivery service is eager to get your vehicle to its destination as quickly as possible.
100-500 miles takes 1 or 2 days
500-1000 miles takes 2 or 3 days
1000-1500 miles takes 3 or 4 days
1500-2000 miles takes 4 or 5 days
2000-2500 miles takes 5 or 6 days
2500-3000 miles takes 6 or 7 days
Additionally, drivers face Department of Transportation (DOT) limitations on the number of hours they can drive daily, and that can delay the delivery of your car. It’s a good thing, though, because it keeps all of us safer. While commonly traveled routes tend to be quicker, rural deliveries may take longer. Better to make arrangements earlier rather than later.
Transitioning to a new city or town can be made much easier with the help of Direct Express Auto Transport. Fly to your destination. And know we will ship your car safely to your new home.