State to State Towing: First Choice Auto Shippers

The first thing you're going to want to do is get your car shipping quote. To do this, you'll need to provide some key information about your potential shipment. To give you an accurate auto transport quote, we'll need:

Pick up date/ CAR Shipping day

Your pick up date should be as close as possible to when you'll arrive at your new home. You may even consider towing your car ahead of your arrival to make sure you'll have it to use once you reach your new destination.

It's always better to schedule your car pick up ahead of time to increase your chances of getting the date you want. In some cases, we are able to schedule last-minute car pick ups but there's no guarantee.

Origin city/ pick up location

This is where you need your car or vehicle picked up from. In other words, where are you now? Are you in Houston TX? Las Vegas, NV? Bolder, CO?

Destination city

The destination city is where you want State to State Towing to ship your car to, whether to a neighboring state or over a long distance. In other words, where is your vehicle going? For example, San Francisco, Las Vegas, Miami, Atlanta

Vehicle details (year/model/make)

State car year, make, and model. Knowing the vehicle type ahead of time allows the drivers to better prepare for pickup. This lets us know if the vehicle can fit on the carrier, considering the size and number of vehicles we have to carry on the transport, and if any special preparations or precautions need to be taken while shipping for instance when towing heavy equipment, or antique cars.

Personal details (name/phone number/email)

We need to know a few details about you like your name, number, and email address before we can proceed with the auto transport. This will give our agents and drivers a way to contact you directly on the day of shipping and when it arrives at its destination. This is also how you'll receive updates on your shipment, and receive your invoice.

Optional: Shipping household goods

If you plan to ship household items with your car shipment, let us know ahead of time. You should also include the number of bedrooms you wish to transport. For more details, reach out to a representative. We'll be happy to walk you through the process.

Car Shipping Tip: Be sure to mention if you have a classic car, heavy equipment, luxury car, or any other type of rare or expensive vehicle that will need special attention. You should also mention if you plan on towing an inoperable vehicle so the car towing company can make necessary preparations.

Once your auto shipping date is secure with State to State Car Towing, and you know the price of the service, it's time to prepare your vehicle for transport. The first thing you'll need to do is get your documents in order. These documents must be presented before we start towing your car:

• Proof of ownership- You must show that you own the vehicle you're shipping, or you're using vehicle transport services on behalf of another party. This will require documents such as proof of purchase, registration, lien holder authorization, and in the latter case, absent owner authorization.
• Insurance- While our auto transport company has insurance of its own, you're encouraged to have insurance for your vehicle as well. You may also consider purchasing additional insurance to cover car shipping for expensive vehicles that may not be fully covered by the existing policy.
• Photo identification- This can take the form of your passport or your driver's license. This just confirms that you are who you say you are.

Once that's out of the way, it's time to clean, service, and inspect the car or vehicle for transport.

Remove all personal items and accessories that are not required to operate the vehicle. For instance, bike racks, spoilers, dash cams, dashboard accessories, etc. You should also disable your alarm system, GPS, or anything that may go off in the car while the tow truck is moving.

Check the tire pressure, fluid levels, and brakes. You should also check your car for leaks. Do not fill your gas tank, and try to leave it quarter-way full. You should also make note of the car's mileage for personal reasons. If you're due for a service, get it done before car shipping. If your car or vehicle happens to break down around pick up time, you may face delays and get charged extra for the auto transport.

Give your car a good clean, inside and out. This will make any scratches, dents, discoloration, etc more visible, and will make it easier to complete an accurate Bill of Lading with your driver. Take photos of the interior and exterior for later comparison.

If you still need help with preparing your vehicle for shipping, you can always call us. A State to State Towing representative will be more than happy to walk you through it. It can be a bit time-consuming, so you could always have your car dealership take care of it for you.

On the day of transport, you may be expected to bring your car to the terminal for loading. Your driver may also arrive with the carrier at your home to load your vehicle. This is when the Bill of Lading will be produced in the presence of a witness.

Both you and the tow driver will go through the list and make indications where there is preexisting damage to the vehicle and make note of its condition. This process doesn't take too long and is in place to protect both you and the driver.

Once your car is picked up, all you have to do is sit back, relax, and watch the updates. You will be notified that it's on the way, and know right away if there are any delays due to traffic or weather conditions.

The first thing you should do when your car transport arrives is thank your driver. Next, pull out that Bill of Lading for another inspection. You should also compare it with the photographs you took. Once satisfied, the vehicle will be turned over into your possession.