Shipping a Car To/From Hawai’i with Yellowfin Logistics
If you’re one of the many thousands to make the trip to and from Hawaii each year, then you’re probably aware that the two main options for shipping a car to the islands are by sea and by plane. Unless you’re wanting to transport a luxury or exotic vehicle, shipping by sea is the most […]
Tips for Shipping Your Car in Winter
As a seasonal industry, Car Shipping experiences its busiest times during the warmer months with a decidedly slower pace in the coldest ones. These changes in supply and demand inevitably result in shifts within the auto transport landscape. Because these shifts affect Carrier availability and industry pricing structures, it’s essential the customer is aware of […]
Enclosed Trailers for Winter Transport
If you’re planning to get auto transport during the colder months of the year, it can be helpful to consider some things that will help keep your car in good shape throughout the long haul of cold weather vehicle shipping. Just as keeping your car in the garage helps to protect it from harsh weather […]
Expectations Vs. Reality
“Auto Transport Services”. Sounds pretty self-explanatory, right? Because of this, most people think they know exactly what to expect when booking their shipment. Unfortunately, shipping a car is not as straightforward as one might expect. And, unlike booking a train, reserving a flight or mailing a package, the Auto Transport process is considerably more elaborate. In […]
Cash on Delivery Payments
Cash on Delivery (COD) for car shipping means paying the remaining transport balance to the driver when your vehicle is delivered. For a Yellowfin shipment, the broker service fee and the carrier balance are separate payments. Plan both before pickup, using the payment methods in your agreement and our current terms and conditions. To discuss […]
Ports & Terminals
Although most Transport Companies emphasize door-to-door shipping, there are two additional pickup and delivery options available; terminal-to-terminal and port-to-port. Here we take a quick look into when and why these become feasible options for your transportation requirements. Terminal-to-Terminal Transport There are a few reasons why terminal-to-terminal auto transport is your best choice: Flexible pick-up and […]
Transporting an Unregistered Car
Need to move a newly purchased car before registration is complete, or relocate a vehicle with expired registration? Consider carrier-trailer transport alongside any road-use options your DMV permits. Tell Yellowfin about the vehicle’s registration status, condition and pickup requirements so the shipment can be assessed before booking. Moving an unregistered car and driving it on […]
What if my car arrives before I do?
If your car arrives before you do, plan who will receive it, inspect it and pay the Carrier. Pickup and delivery dates are estimates, so discuss your availability before booking. This guide explains representative and storage arrangements to confirm. Request a personalized car-shipping quote and tell Yellowfin about your delivery needs. Discuss your […]
Need a Vehicle Shipped Urgently?
Need urgent car shipping? Tell Yellowfin your route, first available pickup date and any delivery deadline so an advisor can assess your request. Yellowfin arranges transport with an independent Carrier; pickup and delivery dates are estimates, not guarantees. Request a personalized car-shipping quote, then discuss your timing before booking. Urgent Car Shipping: Timing, Preparation […]
What Documents Do I Need to Ship My Car
Car-shipping paperwork depends on your route, the Carrier and any special arrangements. This guide explains the documents to confirm before pickup and the Bill of Lading used at pickup and delivery. For your vehicle and route, request a personalized car-shipping quote. Auto Transport Document Types Copy of Insurance Certificate Although you as the customer do […]