In our FAQ section we provide you with quick and concise information about our service and what you need to know to ship your vehicle to or from Alaska.
If you have any additional questions that you do not find answered in this FAQ section, please contact us at 800-850-6107 or email us at info@carfreight.net with your question and one of our commercial advisors will be happy to assist you as soon as possible.
*Each of the frequently asked questions shared here is updated from time to time in order to adapt any requirement to the current regulations by the ports
No, we only perform services related to vehicular transportation. For this reason, we do not provide services for moving personal items or moving pets.
Yes, it is possible. Personal belongings are allowed for an additional cost to the quote. It is important that you indicate to the commercial advisor when quoting that you wish to add personal items to the shipment of your car.
For land vehicle transportation from your house or receiving point to the port, all insurance is included in the quote.
Regarding the service of shipping cars to Alaska, the mainland, Alaska and Guam by sea, we can choose to provide you with additional costs for marine insurance. Therefore, you will send the insured vehicle to Alaska when transferring by boat.
Vehicles will only be handled for assembly and disassembly purposes in the corresponding transport and at the time of collection and delivery. Always according to circumstances and according to local regulations or restrictions.
Most transfers are made for ground transportation in an open truck, with a capacity for 8-10 cars—the same type used to bring vehicles to dealerships.
In maritime transport, cars are transported RoRo (Roll on - Roll off); that is, they roll up and down the ship and are stored in a special part. They are insured to avoid any damage during sea transit.
Your vehicle must be in good condition to be driven; this includes the ability to move forward, reverse, brake and turn. Otherwise, it will be considered "inoperable" and cannot be transported to Alaska in such a condition.
1. Ensure your vehicle does not have any leaks or drips; also, the battery must be well secured, and the fluid levels must be low to allow the expansion produced during the trip.
2. It is recommended that the car is clean to facilitate a better inspection..
3. Certify only have ¼ fuel.
4. You will have to deactivate or disconnect any alarm or burglar equipment.
5. You must remove all personal items, including keys, garage controls, extraction radios, CDS, CD / DVD Players, among others. Spare items, such as the tire or jack, can be left behind when you are shipping your vehicle to Alaska.
6. Remember to secure or remove any loose parts, especially the floor lights and fog lights, spoilers, bike racks, and very wide mirrors. Also, lower the antenna, if possible.
If you own a convertible, you will need to repair or seal any openings in the tent, which will prevent air from entering and further damage.
Of course, with our service, we transport different types of vehicles. For this, it will be necessary the dimensions of length, width, and height, as well as the weight of the RVs, be able to give you a quote for land and sea transport, if necessary. You can call 800-850-6107 for a free estimate today.
In RVs that already come with added objects, such as kitchen, bed, table, chairs, and others, they will be considered part of the vehicle.