A lot of people have different belongings they want to ship with their vehicles, because it is much more convenient and saves them money. Although this option seems viable, shipping your car with items inside requires additional processes.
The shipping companies will usually allow the customer to store their belongings, but they will not recommend it because of theft and damage risk. Especially if the customer has asked for open air transport services, the car will be on a truck unprotected.
The car haulers will stop at rest stops and have the cars be unoccupied at times, so there is a risk that your car will be broken into.There is always a risk of theft of valuables with the long drive ahead to another state, so the shipping companies will prefer you remove your valuables from the car.
Packing storage inside the cars is also more costly, because the car will weigh more. There are certain weight limits for the shipping transports, so make sure you are not packing heavy furniture or bulky items.
If it is absolutely necessary to ship vehicles with your storage inside, make sure to take some extra steps:
1. Do not pack expensive valuables.
2. Make sure the items are covered so that the inside of the car is not visible.
3. Shipping insurance will cover liabilities and loss of property. This will help immensely for lost or damaged items, including your vehicle if anything happens during the transport.
4. Ship lightweight items that will reduce costs.
5. Even though enclosed transport is a bit pricier, this is a much better option for the safety of your vehicle and belongings.
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