--- title: Quick Tips For Shipping Your Vehicles - Moto Transportation description: Vehicle transportation tips can help prevent damage to your car during the freight shipping process. Moto Transportation is a Burnaby shipping company that offers a wide range of freight shipping services, including vehicle transportation. Get in touch with us today to learn more about our freight shipping services. --- # Vehicle Transportation Tips February 26, 2018 Whether you have recently purchased a vehicle out of town or you are a dealer transporting multiple vehicles, it is important to take the proper care and attention to ensure your vehicle is received as expected. At Moto Transportation, we offer a [vehicle transportation services](https://www.shipmoto.com/freight-services/automobile-transportation.php) that are designed to ensure the job is done correctly the first time around. Before you select a shipping company to transport your vehicle, review the **vehicle transportation tips** below to save yourself a lot of stress and confusion along the way. ## Tips for Shipping Your Vehicle ### 1. Vehicle Inspection Services Perform a full inspection of your vehicle with the *shipping company*, taking note of any pre-existing damage. It is usually recommended to thoroughly wash your vehicle prior to the *vehicle inspection* process in order to have the most accurate inspection. Take note of all dings, dents or scratches and compare these notes with the condition of the vehicle after transportation. Your driver should sign these notes confirming that he too acknowledges the current condition of the vehicle. ### 2. Have the Right Insurance Coverage Different transportation companies will provide different levels of coverage. Find out what your s*hipping company* provides, including what types of deductibles are in place and whether it is primary or secondary coverage. Secondary coverage will go through your own personal insurance company first. ### 3. Remove All Personal/Loose Items The shipping company will not be responsible for any lost or stolen items during transportation. Remove all personal items and secure or remove any loose or specialty items on your vehicle (ex. spoiler, fog lights, etc). ### 4. Good Working Order Your vehicle will have to be driven on and off the trailer so ensure that it is in good working order or the driver is aware of any operational problems. If your vehicle has unique driving, starting or stopping instructions, write them down for the driver so that you can guarantee no damage is done to your vehicle. If you would like to learn more **vehicle transportation tips**, or if you are interested in one of our [freight shipping services](https://www.shipmoto.com/freight-services/), [contact Moto Transportation](https://www.shipmoto.com/contact-us.php) at1-604-757-2441. We are committed to providing easy, fast, and reliable shipping solutions to our customers throughout *Burnaby* and the surrounding areas. 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