Auto Transport Services in Port of Everglades

Shipping Cars To or From Port of Everglades

The Port of Everglades is a key economic player in Florida seeing as it’s a gateway to both cruise vacations and international trade. Shipping cars to or from Port of Everglades is such a competitive business in Everglades, Florida, thereby forcing auto movers to offer the best quotes to its customers for a leg up in the industry. Most of the car transporters here have done away with the hassle of physically visiting the company to get a breakdown of the cost by offering free online quotations.

Cost & Time To Ship Your Car Examples

*Prices and times are estimated. They can vary depending on the season and what type of vehicle you are shipping.

Every business has its cost calculator and factors in different variables. We at A-1 auto transport believe in providing affordable quotes. These are the main factors considered when shipping cars to or from Port of Everglades.

Distance of shipping

This is the main cost determining factor. The further the destination the pricier it gets.

Mode of shipment

You have the option of using roll on roll off or container when shipping cars to or from the port of Everglades. A single Ro-Ro vessel can house quite a big number of vehicles and is completely hassle-free when loading and discharging, thus making it the cheaper alternative.

If you are shipping an exotic car, you’d be hard pressed to use any other method other than container shipping. While you may have to contend with a hefty price tag, your sanity will be intact knowing there is almost no chance of your luxury car sustaining substantial damages.

Time of year

Most cost calculators offer better rates during winter, but Everglades, being situated in sunny Florida, does not enjoy this privilege. However, if you are shipping from a wintery state to the port of Everglades, this benefit is extended to you.

Insurance

Most auto movers offer tiers of insurance covers leaving it to your discretion to choose one that best fits your bill. The primary coverage extended by most auto movers is 2% of the total value of the car. Stay clear of any auto mover that fails to provide this service to you. More often than not, they are scrupulous shipping firms out to make a quick buck with no regard for your cargo.

Adherence to preparation guidelines

Before setting sail, port personnel have to ascertain that your automobile has adhered to the stipulations established by the government. You need to have the proper documentation, thoroughly clean your car, and remove any exterior add-ons. Failure to this and you will most likely incur extra costs and delays.

Delivery

The primary delivery mode is port-to-port. If you wish to have the car shipped right to your door, simply as for door-to-door transport which we at A1 Auto Transport regularly provide.

Type and size of vehicle

Expect a sizeable cost disparity when shipping a small car and when transporting huge trucks and RV’s. The bulkier your car, the higher the quotation will be. Some auto movers also factor in the space taken up by your car. It is for this reason that you ought to provide a very detailed and accurate description of the car you plan to ship.

Kindly reach out to us if you need any assistance.

Written By:

Joe Webster

Joe Webster began his journey in the auto transport field by attending the University of Southern California (USC), where he graduated with a Bachelor of Business Marketing. 

After college, he started his career in the auto transport industry from the bottom up and has done virtually every job there is to do at A-1 Auto Transport, including but not limited to: Truck Driver, Dispatch, Sales, PR, Bookkeeping, Transport Planner, Transport Manager, International Transport Manager, Brokering, Customer Service, and Marketing. Working with his mentor Tony Taylor, Joe Webster has learned the ins and outs of this industry which is largely misunderstood. 

With over 30 years experience in the industry, we've been helping people ship their vehicles, motorcycles, RV's, heavy equipment, household goods and more across the country or overseas without a hitch. Ask us anything.