You may have heard horror stories about companies that claim they are legitimate auto transport carriers but turn out to not be certified. You may have also heard that these companies are not carrying insurance, or not carrying the correct insurance. When this happens, the customer is in complete shock and has to cover any damages to their vehicle. If you end up with an auto transport company that does not have insurance they are probably not certified to do what they are doing. Unfortunately, these carriers often have a poor reputation for a reason and may inflict serious damage to your vehicle.

Certified automobile transportation brokers are required to have liability insurance. But, some of the policies that auto transporters carry may not cover what people are expecting. This is why we recommend that customer always ask for the coverage details before shipping their vehicle. Every auto carrier’s insurance policy is different, so it is important to look into this. Don’t be afraid to ask for a copy of an insurance certificate to ensure they are covered to ship your vehicle. When asking about insurance, ask if the carrier has cargo insurance. This will cover any vehicle that is damaged during the shipment after the customer pays the insurance deductible. As with most things, policies will often differ from company to company.

You may want to look into further insurance if you feel that the minimum insurance coverage will not cover the full value of your vehicle. If you are transporting a classic car or an exotic car that needs more coverage you may want to look into obtaining more thorough insurance coverage that will protect your entire vehicle. For classic car shipping, you can opt for an enclosed carrier as most people with classic cars want. Some people do not mind using the open carrier, but it is recommended to use the closed carrier for expensive and valuable vehicles as it is less likely your vehicle will be damaged in an enclosed car carrier.
Maybe you are looking to save money and do not want to accept the insurance that is offered. Even if the auto transporters have years of experience with car shipping USA, something can still happen to your vehicle. Whether your vehicle was involved in an accident or was damaged by a weather-related event – you should always have insurance to cover your vehicle.