For Clients
Everything you should know before the transport
Transport types compared, your benefits on this platform, what to look out for when choosing, and a guide to the process.
Vehicle transport types
The transport types can be divided into three categories depending on the transport medium - by land, by water, and by air.
By land
Road and rail: driven on its own wheels, by open or enclosed car transporter, and by rail for large numbers of vehicles.
By water
Sea freight across oceans and inland vessels on rivers – the cheapest option over long distances.
By air
Very expensive, so only for high-value vehicles that must cover long distances in the shortest possible time.
Land transport is divided into road and rail transport. In road transport, a distinction is made between whether a vehicle is transported on its own axle or by car transporter. Car transporters can in turn be open or closed.
Rail transport is particularly suitable for vehicle transports with a large number of vehicles that need to be transported to the same location over long distances at the same time.
Road transport is the most commonly used transport method for intracontinental transfers when it comes to transports with a relatively small number of cars. On short to medium distances, individual functional vehicles are usually transported on their own axle. For several vehicles or for vehicles that need to be transported over longer distances, almost exclusively car transporters are used. For high-quality vehicles, it makes sense to choose a closed car transporter depending on the nature of the infrastructure to prevent transport damage from flying stones.
In water transport, a further distinction can be made between sea transport and inland waterway transport. While vehicles are moved through the interior of the country by rivers in inland waterway transport, sea transport takes place on the oceans and seas. In terms of the length of the route, sea transport is the cheapest option due to the enormous loading capacities and is indispensable for intercontinental vehicle transports.
Aircraft transport is rarely used for vehicle transport as it is very expensive. This type of transport only makes sense if it involves very high-quality vehicles that need to be transported over a long distance in the shortest possible time.
Your advantages as a client
Here you have the advantage that you can enter a non-binding request for the transfer of your vehicle within a few minutes free of charge, after which you can choose the best offer from several offers.
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You can decide for yourself how much you want to pay for the transfer, which results in you being offered fair prices in the shortest possible time. You save a lot of time because you do not need to contact several transport companies first to clarify the basic questions. The transferors will be notified by email immediately after you have entered your order, after which you will receive several offers.
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You also do not need to spend time making complicated calculations, leave the complete calculation to the carrier. The customs clearance and the conclusion of an insurance policy can also be left to the vehicle transporter. In addition, you benefit from a scheduled collection and delivery of your vehicle, and you can also receive a guarantee from the carrier.
Security and decision-making aid
On this portal you are not at risk of falling into the hands of untrustworthy companies that register as so-called letterbox companies to get your money without ever providing a service. You are guaranteed that every transport company is immediately checked by the international VAT number when registering. Since the transport companies registered here regularly make payments to us, the correctness of the data of all transport companies is also ensured by the credit institutions.
Apart from the maximum security you benefit from on this platform, there are of course a number of other questions that play an important role in deciding which transport company you ultimately entrust with the task of transporting your vehicle. One of the most important factors is certainly the price. However, please note that the price should not be the most important criterion when awarding your transport order. A slightly higher price does not always mean more expensive. Instead, compare the exact conditions of the different offers and pay attention to what is really important to you. Often a higher price is reflected in the quality. Since many factors play a role in the evaluation of quality, especially with regard to the complexity of the transport industry, it could be possible that you do not actually need certain services for your specific transport and therefore may actually opt for the cheapest offer.
The most important evaluation criteria for a transport company are generally factors such as punctuality, reliability and of course a safe, damage-free transport. However, it should be noted that transport is not the same as transport. Even if the impression can quickly arise that the transport of vehicles is pure routine for the transport companies due to their great experience, it should not be forgotten that the transport companies have to achieve a lot to ensure smooth transport. Points such as logistical planning, the necessary flexibility and possibly necessary customs clearance are just a few of many factors.
When deciding which company to commission to transport your vehicle, it is therefore advisable to try to get a more comprehensive picture of the company. Direct communication with the company naturally offers you the best insight into customer friendliness and service. Above all, however, it is about finding a reliable partner who transports your vehicle safely and delivers it on time. Also take a look at the companies' websites or visit their Facebook pages. There you will often find comments or guestbook entries from other customers. Please do not forget that every customer opinion and every comment only reflects the subjective perception of individual persons, so you should not pay much attention to an overly negative entry if ten other opinions are positive .
Finding the right company can be a real challenge, depending on the transport in question in the specific case. We have recognized this problem and have therefore developed this platform for you so that you only have to compare the offers that really come into question for you. Simply enter your transport order without obligation and let suitable companies send you offers that you can compare quickly and easily. Often the fit is so high that the first offer is already tailored to the specific transport in such a way that the transport order can be placed without any doubt immediately.
Guide
After you have placed an order, various transport companies will contact you to submit their offers.
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You should then first inquire about the companies and pay attention to certain criteria that should be met when transferring your vehicle. These include, of course, basic requirements such as the languages spoken in the company, so that smooth communication is guaranteed. In addition, it is very useful to obtain some key data, such as the experience that the respective company can look back on.
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After you have made a preselection, you can focus on the companies that are actually suitable for you. Here you should pay particular attention to the way in which the respective companies want to transfer your vehicle. You should also ask about the expected duration of the transfer. Experienced transferors will be able to give you a fairly accurate period of time. Depending on the company, you will also have the opportunity to partially influence the exact course of the transfer.
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Finally, the price will of course also be decisive for a binding order of a specific transport company. In addition to the amount to be paid, you should also inform yourself about the various payment options. However, it is advisable not to attach the greatest importance to the price, as in the case of a vehicle transfer, criteria such as reliability, safety and the duration of the entire process should be the focus, which can vary greatly in quality depending on the company.
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Once you have decided on a transporter, you should definitely pay attention to certain points during the processing. The most important points include the determination of any damage, scratches, etc. Thus, when handing over a vehicle to a transporter, it is essential to log all visible damage and scratches and document them with some photos. In order to document this as accurately as possible, it is advisable to thoroughly wash the vehicle beforehand. This aspect is of course also to be observed in the reverse case, i.e. if you want to have a vehicle delivered; especially if you cannot inspect it yourself, which is often the case with vehicles purchased over the Internet. It should be ensured that the transporter takes on this task during loading. In addition, it should be ensured that the vehicle is prepared for rollability, for example if it should be defective. In this case, it is of course also useful to attach a tow rope to the vehicle. Another important point that needs to be regulated is the handover of the vehicle documents and keys.
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Especially for international transports, all requirements should be clarified in advance. It makes sense to provide the transporter with a list of all points relevant to you. In the case of transfers involving a third country (non-EU country), customs clearance plays a significant role, among other things. It should be clarified who is to take care of the export or import declaration.
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In the case of a vehicle transfer, one should not least think of insurance. Therefore, in the event of damage, it is necessary to agree with the transport company on the scope of insurance coverage and the amount of damage coverage.
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At the end of each vehicle transport, the condition of the vehicle should in any case be checked. The delivery should also always be scheduled.
B2B Order Activation
Für wen ist das B2B-System geeignet?
Das B2B-System ist besonders für Unternehmen geeignet, die Fahrzeugtransporte schnell, klar und ohne lange Abstimmungen vergeben möchten. Wenn der Preis bereits feststeht und der gewünschte Zeitraum vorgegeben ist, kann der Auftrag deutlich einfacher abgewickelt werden. Dadurch entsteht für beide Seiten mehr Übersicht und ein strukturierterer Ablauf.
Auch für Transportunternehmer ist dieses Modell interessant, wenn sie klare Rahmenbedingungen bevorzugen und direkt sehen möchten, ob ein Auftrag zu ihrer Planung passt. Statt vieler Rückfragen oder Nachverhandlungen steht von Anfang an fest, zu welchen Bedingungen der Auftrag angeboten wird. Das spart Zeit und erleichtert die Entscheidung.
Auf Autotransport-Zentrale.de soll das B2B-System dazu beitragen, gewerbliche Fahrzeugtransporte einfacher, transparenter und verbindlicher zu gestalten.
Wie funktioniert das B2B-System für Transportunternehmer?
Wenn ein Transportunternehmer für die B2B-Auftragsfreischaltung aktiviert ist, kann er spezielle B2B-Aufträge auf der Plattform sehen. Diese Aufträge stammen von gewerblichen Auftraggebern, die ihren festen Netto-Preis bereits eingetragen haben. Das bedeutet: Der Preis ist vorgegeben. Der Transportunternehmer gibt in diesem Modell kein eigenes Gegenangebot mehr ab, sondern entscheidet, ob er den Auftrag zu den angegebenen Bedingungen übernehmen möchte.
Das sorgt für einen deutlich einfacheren Ablauf im digitalen Fahrzeugtransport. Statt vieler Preisangebote und telefonischer Rückfragen sieht der Transportunternehmer sofort, worum es geht: Abholort, Zielort, Fahrzeugdaten, gewünschter Zeitraum und fester Preis. Wer den Auftrag annimmt, erklärt damit, dass der Transport zu diesen Bedingungen durchgeführt wird. Gerade im gewerblichen Bereich sind Planungssicherheit, feste Preise, schnelle Disposition und digitale Übersicht wichtige Argumente. Solche Punkte werden auch von anderen Marktteilnehmern als entscheidende Vorteile für B2B-Fahrzeugtransporte beschrieben.
Für wen ist das B2B-System geeignet?
Das B2B-System ist besonders für Unternehmen geeignet, die Fahrzeugtransporte schnell, klar und ohne lange Abstimmung vergeben möchten. Wenn der Preis bereits feststeht und der gewünschte Zeitraum vorgegeben ist, kann der Auftrag deutlich einfacher abgewickelt werden. Dadurch entsteht für beide Seiten mehr Übersicht und ein strukturierterer Ablauf. Auch für Transportunternehmer ist dieses Modell interessant, wenn sie klare Rahmenbedingungen bevorzugen und direkt sehen möchten, ob ein Auftrag in ihre Planung passt. Statt vieler Rückfragen oder Nachverhandlungen steht von Anfang an fest, zu welchen Bedingungen der Auftrag angeboten wird. Das spart Zeit und erleichtert die Entscheidung. Auf Autotransport-Zentrale.de soll das B2B-System dazu beitragen, gewerbliche Fahrzeugtransporte einfacher, transparenter und verbindlicher zu gestalten.