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How To Transport your auto
After you get a copy of the inspection report the driver will load the vehicle
on the trailer. You should have been notified by the trucking company of an
estimated delivery date. Keep in mind this is just an estimate and most
companies will not gaurantee delivery dates due to the many factors involved in
shipping a vehicle. Weather, traffic and mechanical problems can all cause
delays.
The driver should call in advance to schedule a delivery time with the person at
the drop off location. Its important this person is available to recieve the
vehicle, conduct the final inspection and sign for the auto. If the delivery is
COD make sure you have cash on hand to pay the driver.
Once the vehicle is off loaded conduct a final inspection with the driver. If
you find damage on the vehicle you may be eligible for a claim against the
carriers insurance if it is noted on the inspection.
If the trucker asks for more money then is stated on the shipping order then you
need to contact your broker immediatly. Your transport broker will contact the
carrier to investigate any additional fees the trucker is trying to collect. In
rare events a carrier may require more money if the shipping order has been
changed. For example If the vehicle drop off location has been changed adding
additional miles to the route. Another fee you may be charged is whats called a
"dry run" fee. A "Dry Run" is when a truck arrives at your location and for
whatever reason the vehicle has not been picked up, by fault of the shipper. The
carrier may charge this fee to cover his time and fuel. So its important the
vehicle is ready to go when the trucker arrives. |
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