The Complete Guide to Auto Transport

Auto Transport Guide

Everything you must know about auto transport

The Customer's Complete Guide to Auto Transport will explain everything a new customer or repeat shipper needs to know about the industry and what to expect when shipping a car from one state to another using an auto transport company.

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Everything a customer needs to know about shipping a car can be found in this Complete Guide to Auto Transport.

1. Understanding Auto Transport
   Auto transport, also known as car shipping, is a service provided by companies that specialize in moving vehicles from one location to another.
   
2. How to Calculate Cost
   Learn how to calculate your auto transport cost with several factors such as distance from pickup to delivery, vehicle size, transport carrier type, season, locations and diesel fuel prices.
   
3. How to Book a Reservation
   Reserving a spot on a car hauler is simple with Viceroy Auto Transport. All you have to do is Request, Review and Reserve. We take care of the rest.
4. How to Prepare for Service
   10 easy steps when preparing your car for auto transport service for long distance hauling.
5. Auto Transport Carrier Types
   The three primary methods are open transport, enclosed transport, and flatbed transport. Learn about the different auto transport service types.
   
6. Pickup and Delivery Times Explained
   Get clear timelines for auto transport, with pickups in 1-5 days and deliveries in 3-10 days based on location, distance, and route popularity.
   
7. How Insurance Coverage Works
   Learn how auto transport insurance covers your vehicle from the moment it is loaded onto the carrier until it is delivered to the destination.
8. How Door to Door Works
   Door to door auto transport service consists of having your vehicle picked up at the front door of the origin and delivered to the front door of the destination.
9. How to Get Winch Service
   Using winch services and specialized equipment, we ensure your vehicle is loaded, secured, and transported to its destination.
10. How to File a Damage Claim
    Learn how to file a damage claim for your vehicle after auto transport with these 10 clear steps to ensure a smooth and efficient resolution.