How to Prepare Your Vehicle for Winter Shipping
                     How to Prepare Your Vehicle for Winter Shipping
At the best of times, vehicle transport is complex, yet auto
transport companies work year-round to help consumers ship their
vehicles to destinations across Canada. However, winter vehicle
shipping presents unique challenges for shippers that add another
layer of complexity to auto transport.
Canadian winters are not for the faint of heart. Road conditions are
highly unpredictable, with wind, ice, and white-out snow
appearing at a moment's notice, quickly transforming dry blacktop
into slick surfaces. While not ideal, professional auto transport
drivers are trained to navigate these hazardous conditions.
However, a little preparation on your part and choosing the right
vehicle shipping company can go a long way to addressing these
challenges and preventing vehicle damage.
Steps to Safe Winter Vehicle Shipping 
1. Get Your Car Winter Ready - Before shipping your car through
potential winter conditions, you must ensure it's winter ready. It's
a good idea to have your battery checked, your oil changed, and
fluids like antifreeze engine coolant topped up. Tire pressure is also
important, particularly if shipping from somewhere mild, like
Vancouver, to somewhere much colder. And if you'll be driving
away in the snow, ensure you have those winter tires installed.
Windows and doors also tend to get stuck in freezing
temperatures. To save yourself or the transport driver from the
hassle of de-icing doors and windows, lubricate your door seals,
handles, and locks (if your vehicle opens with a key).
2. Clean Your Car Inside and Out - While a wash and wax might
not be a part of your regular winter driving routine, it can help
protect your vehicle during shipping. Washing and waxing your car
helps prevent salt's corrosive effects while protecting your paint
from ice and snow.
Inside your vehicle, you want to remove anything of value that
isn't tied down. This includes car seats, sunglasses, loose change,
and cell phone chargers. Outside, removing things like bike racks
and rooftop cargo carriers is a good idea.
3. Choose the Right Auto Transport Company - Keeping your
vehicle shipping experience as hassle-free as possible can depend
heavily on choosing the right auto transport company. While some
winter weather delays are unavoidable, experienced shippers
know this and will be able to provide honest, realistic delivery
timelines.
A good shipping company will also be one with a pen policy on
communication. If your vehicle is delayed, it's understandable that
you will want information on its status; your auto transport
company should be able to provide a point of contact and keep you
updated throughout the shipping process.
4. Be Patient and Leave Yourself Extra Time - The best way to
prepare for winter vehicle shipping is to be prepared for
unexpected delays. A major snowstorm can render certain
roadways virtually inaccessible, and no amount of planning or
driver experience can change that. If you need your vehicle by a
particular date, ensure you leave plenty of extra time for shipping,
above and beyond the times quoted to you by the carrier.
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