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Car Shipping
May 10, 2025
How to Prepare Your Car for Shipping
Shipping a car doesn’t have to be stressful. A little preparation makes the process simple and worry free. Follow these quick steps before pickup to ensure everything goes smoothly.
Clean Your Car
A clean vehicle makes it easy to check for any scratches or dents during inspection.
Remove Personal Items
Take out valuables and loose belongings since they aren’t covered by insurance.
Check Fluids and Fuel
Fix any leaks and keep your tank about a quarter full for safe loading.
Turn Off Alarms and Tags
Disable alarms and remove toll tags to avoid issues in transit.
Be Present at Pickup and Delivery
Inspect the car with the driver, sign the Bill of Lading, and take photos for your records.
With these simple steps, your car will be ready for safe and secure transport anywhere in the US.
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