{"id":1363,"date":"2020-04-15T11:45:08","date_gmt":"2020-04-15T18:45:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.easyhaul.com\/blog\/?p=1363"},"modified":"2026-03-24T10:11:44","modified_gmt":"2026-03-24T17:11:44","slug":"what-you-should-know-before-shipping-your-vehicle","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.easyhaul.com\/blog\/2020\/04\/15\/what-you-should-know-before-shipping-your-vehicle\/","title":{"rendered":"What You Should Know Before Shipping Your Vehicle"},"content":{"rendered":"

Shipping a vehicle seems like a complicated process, but it doesn\u2019t have to be. A lot of people don\u2019t know what happens before their vehicle is loaded onto a truck or into a container for overseas shipping. Here, we\u2019re giving you all you need to know before shipping your vehicle.<\/span><\/p>\n

If you\u2019re buying a vehicle to ship<\/b><\/h2>\n

If you\u2019re looking to buy a vehicle, three common options are: through a dealership, a private seller, or an online car auction. You can start looking for auto shipping companies, like <\/span>EasyHaul<\/b><\/a>, as soon as you\u2019ve purchased the vehicle and everything is completely paid for.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Buying a car from a dealership can be cost-prohibitive, so many opt for either a private seller or salvage car auctions. If you\u2019re buying a vehicle from a salvage auction, you\u2019ll need to make sure everything is paid for in a timely manner to avoid storage fees, which can prevent a vehicle from being released from the auction yard.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

#1: Consider the vehicle\u2019s location\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n

If you aren\u2019t in possession of the vehicle, or you\u2019re buying it from a distance, auctions and private sellers provide information regarding the vehicle\u2019s location. You can use our <\/span>quote calculator<\/span><\/a> to determine ground shipping costs to your location, or to your country\u2019s port if you\u2019re planning to ship your car overseas. Use our online calculator to get your <\/span>guaranteed shipping quote<\/span><\/a> and sailing times (if applicable).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\"Car<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re buying a vehicle from the auction, keep in mind that many yards require a licensed tow provider to remove the vehicle from the yard. <\/span>Reliable auto shippers<\/span><\/a> like <\/span>EasyHaul<\/b> can take care of everything, from getting the vehicle to the yard, to getting it to your house or the departure port if you\u2019re shipping overseas. Keep in mind that, when shipping overseas, the closer your vehicle is to the port of departure, the less your overall cost will be.<\/span><\/p>\n

#2: Determine if the vehicle is operable<\/b><\/h2>\n

Shipping methods are affected by the condition of the vehicle. If it runs and drives under its own power, loading and unloading can be pretty quick. Even if your car doesn\u2019t run, <\/span>we can still ship it<\/span><\/a>: <\/span>EasyHaul<\/b> picks up vehicles that don\u2019t run with the help of pre-arranged loading equipment such as forklifts or winches.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

#3: The vehicle\u2019s dimensions<\/b><\/h2>\n

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As vehicles are shipped overseas in containers, it is important to know the size of the vehicle. <\/span>EasyHaul<\/b> provides <\/span>international auto shipping<\/span><\/a> primarily in 40-ft containers, where your car shares the space with other vehicles. Consolidating vehicles into a container can affect loading times as well. When you\u2019re ordering shipping with an <\/span>auto shipping company<\/span><\/a> like <\/span>EasyHaul<\/b>, knowing the size of your vehicle and how you\u2019d like to ship it beforehand can speed up the process.<\/span><\/p>\n

#4: Provide specific details for your vehicle<\/b><\/h2>\n

To avoid any confusion, be as precise as possible when describing your vehicle and its pick up location. You can provide the VIN or stock number (if you bought a vehicle from an auction) and any other information you have to speed up the driver\u2019s pickup process. You\u2019ll also need to have a signed Bill of Sale prior to pickup. As soon as the driver arrives at the pick-up location, he\u2019ll perform a visual inspection and note visible damage on the <\/span>Bill of Lading<\/span><\/a> so you can make sure it wasn\u2019t damaged in transit.\u00a0 If you\u2019re shipping internationally, photos of the vehicle will be uploaded to your <\/span>EasyHaul tracking page<\/span><\/a> when it arrives at the warehouse.<\/span><\/p>\n

#5: Prepare offloading equipment beforehand<\/b><\/h2>\n

If you\u2019re ordering <\/span>vehicle shipping<\/span><\/a> for local car transport, and the vehicle doesn\u2019t roll on its own, you may need to arrange for offloading equipment at the destination. If you can provide the driver with assistance during offloading, it\u2019s best to make arrangements in advance. Keep in mind that our drivers will call you at approximately two hours before delivery.<\/span><\/p>\n

Choose EasyHaul for trouble-free shipping<\/b><\/h2>\n

EasyHaul<\/b><\/a> is an experienced vehicle shipping company with both domestic and international vehicle shipping. To start your order, start with your <\/span>guaranteed shipping quote<\/span><\/a> right on our homepage. Then you can <\/span>register with us<\/span><\/a> and complete your order. You can find our registration guide <\/span>here<\/span><\/a>, but don\u2019t hesitate to <\/span>contact us<\/span><\/a> online if you have any questions or call <\/span>+1 (360) 776-3596 (6:00 AM – 4:00 PM PST, Monday to Friday)<\/b> and we\u2019ll be happy to help you.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Shipping a vehicle seems like a complicated process, but it doesn\u2019t have to be. A lot of people don\u2019t know what happens before their vehicle is loaded onto a truck or into a container for overseas shipping. Here, we\u2019re giving you all you need to know before shipping your vehicle. 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