Military personnel are often faced with frequent moves as compared to regular civilians. Serving your country is seen as amongst the most selfless career choices especially as it may involve placing oneself in harms way to defend and protect the nation. Geopolitical factors can mean that armed forces personnel may need to move from one base to another or it may even involve an overseas deployment. Military relocation, which may even entail a rapid deployment, may uproot your entire family. Suffice to say, those serving may face stresses that are atypical and military relocation ranks high up there.
Base is Where the Home Is
So, it’s that time. The call has come in and papers are being processed. You have been transferred to a new base in Canada and your family will be making the move to a nearby town. Depending on whether this is the first time being relocated, your children may or may not be accustomed to leaving their school and friends. The house you own, or lease must be dealt with and off you go on another adventure. Duty calls but what happens to my vehicle? If you are taking it with you, shipping it may be the best option especially if the journey is a long one. You might also have to alter your vehicle insurance policy to align it with your change of address. It’s not an easy time. Transitions never are but it’s the army life.
To Protect and Defend
As there are many vehicle relocation companies out there proclaiming to be better than the next, consider doing your research by following the mantra of any military unit. You will want to protect your vehicle(s) by doing due diligence. That means you will want to deal with a company that has an established reputation in vehicle relocation and who has served the needs of those who have had to deal with military relocation.
You will want a company that has a broad network and has scope and capacity to take care of your requirements. An open-air multi-level carrier is the preferred mode of transporting vehicles because they are typically more budget friendly. These are the same car movers that auto companies use to deliver their new vehicles to their dealerships. While any vehicle relocation requires that you prepare your car for transport to ensure it is clean, road-worthy and has most if not all belongings removed, you will want to ensure that they also have liability insurance. This should be a checkbox for any reputable car moving company.
Safety in these uncertain times also means that a touchless experience is often preferred when handing your keys to the vehicle relocation company and picking up your vehicle. Look for a company that allows you to sign off electronically and accommodates key drop-offs.
Terminal Delivery
While many civilians prefer door-to-door vehicle drop-off and pickup, this may not be easily accommodated for a military relocation. The prospect of a non-military multi vehicle carrier entering a secure military base is a no-go. So, it is most likely that the delivery will necessitate a drop-off at one of the terminals that the relocation company has near your destination. There are approximately 10 bases in Canada and you again will want to do your homework to ensure there is one near your location. Having a friend or family member collect the car off base is perhaps your best option or you can organize the drop-off at your family’s new residence.
SAC Protects Your Vehicle During Your Military Relocation
Snowbirds Auto Connection (SAC) vehicle relocation services can help you avoid the downside of driving your car. With easy-to-follow recommendations in preparing your vehicle and a reputation for delivery excellence, SAC provides you with everything you need for military relocation from start to finish. While you are taking care of the nation, SAC will be taking care to get your vehicle safely to your new destination. Contact SAC today to find out more about their military relocation vehicle transport services and to receive your personalized quote.