If you have had the fortune of travelling, whether for business or leisure, you know that it can be both a rewarding and a stressful experience. You may feel the excitement of possibility, or perhaps the lure of a new environment. However, packing and preparing are always where the anxiety seeps in – selecting your travel suitcase, packing your clothing, preparing your car for transport in Canada, getting to the airport, checking in, going through customs, enduring a full flight and then arriving at your destination and having to unpack, get your transport ready to explore, and purchase groceries and goods. All this to say that there is a process that you need to manage.
Get Your Car in Gear
With over 8500 km of roadway from coast to coast in Canada, moving from one location to another is not the fun drive that most would covet. To preserve your vehicle, you might consider car transport services offered by Snowbirds Auto Connection Ltd. (SAC), experts in vehicle relocation. Much like travelling, where preparations are many, you also need to consider how to ready your car for the journey ahead. With SAC, you’re in good hands as we have a proven process of procedures to support an easy and seamless Canada car transport checklist. Below are some tips that can help guide you when preparing your car for transport:
- Precondition Inspection – Inspect your car first, both inside and outside, including underneath the carriage, to determine if there are any damages prior to transport. Review your vehicle for any fluid leaks and also ensure battery power is strong as the cold weather can impact drivability (or that your e-vehicle is fully charged). As a matter of due diligence, photograph your vehicle from multiple angles as a record of your car’s condition.
- Ownership and Insurance – Place copies of these documents in your vehicle’s glove or storage compartment so that these are accessible for any road authority stop checks and also as identifiers should any unforeseen circumstances arise.
- Securing and Removal of Items – Clear your vehicle of personal items to ensure that there is no liability or claims of missing items. Securely installed car seats and spare tires are an exception to this rule but be prudent.
- Remove Toll Transponders – This can be a big oops if you’ve overlooked your transponder and get hit up for toll charges later so don’t forget to take it out in advance.
- Disable Alarms – Have you ever scrambled to turn off your own car alarm? If you know how unsettling that can be, you’d best be disabling the alarm so that your transporter is not getting unwanted attention as they find themselves faced with a triggered car alarm that they don’t know how to turn off.
- Arrival and Drivability – As a failsafe, during car transport, make certain your gas tank is one quarter to half filled, not topped up. This will make for a lighter ride for the transporter. You’ll also want to bring an extra set of keys upon arrival.
By following these easy tips on how to prepare your car for transport in Canada, you can mitigate stress during the transportation process.
White Glove Service with SAC
SAC has been safely transporting vehicles across Canada for over 25 years while guiding you each step of the way to protect your car before and during transportation. We have an impeccable record of meeting time delivery schedules making your experience hassle-free. Contact us today to find out more about our services and to receive your personalized quote.