https://www.smart-energy.com/industry-sectors/electric-vehicles/how-to-move-an-electric-car/ How to move an electric car? June 24, 2019
Moving an electric car is not as difficult as you might fear. Sure, there are certain preparations you have to take care of, but the whole process is pretty much straightforward. That is unless you want to ensure that your electric car is moved in an eco-friendly way and that the relocation doesn't cost you a fortune. If that is the case, you might need to do some extra work in order to find the right shipping company to help you out. Luckily, we are here to tell you all you need to know about how to move an electric car. So, let's jump in. Prepare your car for transport You cannot safely transport your car without preparing it first. In fact, most car shipping companies will outright refuse to move an electric car if it is not prepared for relocation. This is especially true if you plan on moving your car to a different state or to a different country. In that case, you might need to fill out extra paperwork. So, before you do anything else, make sure that you have the necessary paperwork for car transport. That will include both the legal paperwork and the necessary insurance. Once you have that covered, you can move on to the next step. Clean it Having a clean car is mandatory for safe transportation. No matter what shipping type you opt for, you will need to clean your car before you attempt it. So, either take your car to your local cleaner or go at it yourself. Having a clean car is not only about the looks. Sure, every car looks prettier when it is clean, but the more important reason is safety. There is a higher risk of your car failing if it is dirty and not properly maintained. This is why you need to clean your car before shipping it and keep it clean afterward. Have a mechanic check it out Once you have it cleaned, you need to check if it is in proper condition for the move. The best way to do this is to find a local mechanic who is proficient in electric cars. Since more and more companies are working together in producing electric cars, there are going to be more and more mechanics who know how to fix and maintain them. But, right now, depending on where you live, you might have a hard time finding a decent electric car mechanic. If that is the case, you need to go online and look for a respectable one. Electric cars are complicated, and you should only let the best mechanics maintain yours if you plan on moving it safely. Hire a company to move an electric car Once you have prepared your car and you have the necessary paperwork, the time has come to find someone to move your car. Now, finding a decent shipping company is similar to finding a decent moving company. For moving, you can go to sites like mastermovingguide.com, but for moving cars you best visit sites like Google or Facebook. You need to start early and you need to keep looking until you find the most reliable and competent one. Electric cars are usually expensive, and if you want yours to remain in pristine condition, you need to have experienced, well-equipped car movers handling it. How to look for a decent company Once you find a couple of potential car movers, you need to filter them out and find the most reliable ones. Moving a regular car and moving an electric car is pretty similar if they simply plan to ship them. So, if a company doesn't specify that they move electric cars, don't worry. Simply look for companies that have the most experience that have the highest ratings. Once you find ones that seem reliable and competent, contact them. Then you will able to find out what their moving plan is and how much they plan on charging you for it. Different ways of shipping What may surprise you is that there are multiple ways to ship an electric car. If you are shipping it from overseas, you will need to use either a plane or a boat to get your electric car into the country. Once you do that, there are again multiple ways to ship. You can either opt for auto carrier trucks or you can choose a train. Trains are usually used by larger companies for larger shipments. They are safe, but they can be quite expensive. This is why you will probably opt for auto carrier trucks. But, this is not where your options end. You can choose between open carriers and enclosed carriers. Open carriers are usually cheaper but they provide less protection. In enclosed carriers, your car will be safe from the elements, which can be quite useful in extreme climates. But, the major downfall is that your car relocation probably won't be green. Even though a lot of cities are trying as hard as they can to be green, companies tend to care less about the environment. Furthermore, it is usually very difficult and expensive for car shipping companies to be green. This is why you might hire a driver to move it for you. Hiring a driver Another way you can move an electric car is to have someone drive it for you. Since there are so many EV chargers around, it has never been easier or safer to drive an electric car. But, that doesn't mean that you shouldn't look for responsible drivers who know how to handle an electric car. Also, make sure that you clearly outline the cost of transport. Some companies won't mention the fact that, among other things, you will need to pay for the drivers lodging and a plane ticket back. Have a long talk with the driver's company before you sign any deals [© smart-energy.com] + (Koch $M Want2 Kill the EV) https://www.sierraclub.org/sierra/2019-4-july-august/feature/who-wants-kill-electric-car-time-koch-brothers Who Wants to Kill the Electric Car This Time? Jun 28 2019 ... Koch-bribed Barrasso_WY 's bill to end fed EV tax credit ... 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