Glossary

Fees for third-party services performed by entities other than the carrier, which are paid by the auto transport company and added to the bill of lading.

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A secondary transport service utilizing smaller vehicles when standard carriers cannot access pickup or delivery locations due to physical constraints.

A legally binding document serving as both receipt and transportation agreement for vehicle shipment.

Specialized shipping service for watercraft using purpose-built carriers, typically provided by auto transport companies with appropriate insurance coverage.

A licensed intermediary who arranges vehicle transportation through authorized carriers for compensation, without taking physical possession of the vehicle.

A specialized tractor-trailer designed to transport multiple vehicles simultaneously for delivery to end clients, dealerships, or rental companies.

Long-distance vehicle transportation service, typically used for distances exceeding 450 miles or for interstate/cross-country moves.

An online tool that provides estimated shipping costs based on user-input parameters, subject to confirmation with the transport company.

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The transport company's legal responsibility for vehicle damage or loss during transit, distinct from insurance coverage.

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Payment arrangement requiring full settlement of shipping charges at delivery, typically through cash, money order, or cashier's check.

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Specialized vehicle shipping services customized for automotive dealerships' specific scheduling and methodological requirements.

The comprehensive infrastructure of trucks, ships, and railroads comprising the automobile transport system.

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Status indicating that a vehicle has departed from pickup location and is in transit to delivery destination.

Premium transport carrier with full vehicle protection from environmental elements, available in soft-sided or hard-sided variants.

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration; regulatory body overseeing transportation laws and maintaining carrier licensing/insurance databases.

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Standard transport trailer accommodating up to nine vehicles, exposed to environmental elements, offering cost-effective shipping.

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Transportation method utilizing specialized railroad cars designed for vehicle transport, offering efficient long-distance shipping via rail networks.

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Cost-effective shipping method utilizing regional storage facilities in metropolitan areas for vehicle transfer.

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