Auto Transport Rental

If you want to ship your vehicle to/from Hawaii, the above information does not apply. You’re not allowed to ship any personal items inside the vehicle. If any items are found, the port will refuse the vehicle. The only exception to this rule is children’s car seats. You and the auto transport driver will first inspect your vehicle together. Any existing damage to the exterior gets recorded on the Bill of Lading.

When you get a quote from an auto shipping broker, that broker doesn’t have a carrier lined up for the shipment right away. Instead, the broker gives you an estimate and then attempts to secure a carrier for that price. However, it’s common for quotes to increase depending on conditions in the market.

Other methods such as train transport require more coordination and aren’t available to everyone. You and the driver will inspect your vehicle and sign a bill of lading at pickup and delivery. At pickup, make sure this document accurately describes the condition of your vehicle.

He wants to deliver your car as fast and as badly as you do. Yes, the weight of your shipment will impact rates because carriers can only haul a limited amount of cargo. The total weight of the carrier Auto Transport including cargo and the trailer cannot exceed 80,000lbs GVW. Let’s say that a truck and car hauler weigh a cumulative 35,000 lbs. This means that the carrier can accommodate 45,000 lbs of cargo.

Mercury does a thorough background check with each carrier for every shipment. We verify their ratings, references, and in addition, we obtain a certified copy of their insurance certificate, directly from the government agency that it is on file with. Choosing the right broker is vital to getting a reputable carrier for the lowest price possible.

We guarantee that you will be 100% satisfied with your car transport experience. Whilst there is no guarantee of quotes, 98% of our listings receive at least 3 quotes, so you are likely to find someone who can undertake the delivery of your items. If the vehicle will be driven at any point during shipping or driven home from the drop-off location then you should ensure that it is in running condition.

This can subject the auto carrier to fines, cause damage to your car, and endanger other drivers. Remove everything that is not a standard part of the vehicle. Your spare tire and jack can remain in place as long as they are secured as intended by the vehicle manufacturer.