TAMPA, Fla. - US Car-Go Freight, a licensed auto transport broker based in Tampa, Florida, has published a free checklist to help drivers choose a car shipping company with more confidence.

The article, “How to Choose a Car Shipping Company: 6 Questions to Ask,” says the choice usually comes down to six questions. Is the company licensed with the FMCSA? Is carrier insurance verified before a vehicle is assigned? When is the deposit collected? What could change the price after booking? Who is the point of contact from start to finish? Will the company explain the bill of lading before pickup?

The guide recommends checking a company’s DOT and MC numbers on the FMCSA SAFER website, a step that takes less than a minute, and getting the answers in writing. It suggests comparing three to five quotes from brokers that have been verified. Warning signs include a company with no DOT or MC number, a large deposit requested before a carrier is confirmed, and a quote far below the others.

The article also points readers to a second guide, “How Long Does Car Shipping Take?”, which explains that most trips take 1 to 3 days on the truck for routes under 500 miles, 3 to 5 days for 500 to 1,500 miles, and 5 to 7 days for longer routes, plus 1 to 5 business days for carrier assignment.

Both guides are free at https://uscargofreight.com/blog/how-to-choose-a-car-shipping-company/ and https://uscargofreight.com/blog/how-long-does-car-shipping-take/. US Car-Go Freight Logistics LLC operates under DOT 3911910 and MC 1444325. To request a written quote, visit https://uscargofreight.com/get-a-quote/ or call (888) 249-8840, Monday to Saturday.