Explore the Swiss Alps with International Car Shipping to Switzerland

Among some of the best roads in the world to drive are in the small country of Switzerland.  65% of the country is covered by the Alps mountain, and this makes for some of the most remarkable scenery available on the open road.  Therefore it is no wonder car enthusiasts in Switzerland love to purchase cars from the United States and ship cars to Switzerland.  Our Swiss customers have shipped Bentley's, Lamborghini's, Maserati's, Rolls Royce and even Harley Davidson motorcycles from the United States to Switzerland.  

Imagine seeing the beauty of the Grimsel Pass from the window of your Maserati

Overseas car shipping service to Switzerland may seem a little tricky, but it is actually very simple.  Switzerland is a landlocked country and therefore it does not have a port for large ocean containers or roll-on / roll-off shipping carriers to enter.  As a result, cargo shipped to Switzerland oftentimes has to go over the road or on their sophisticated and modern rail system.  We can ship your automobile to Switzerland in a couple of ways:

1. Ship your car to Switzerland in an ocean container: We will professionally load your car (or cars) inside a 20' or 40' container.  Containers en route to Switzerland are usually shipped to ports in Belgium and then sent by rail or truck to the final destination in Switzerland
2. Ship your car to Switzerland with roll-on / roll-off shipping service:  The same way we ship your car to Switzerland in a container, we can ship it to Switzerland using roll-on / roll-off shipping services.  First, we ship your car on a ro/ro carrier to Belgium.  From Belgium our reliable network of Swiss agents will pick up your car in Belgium and deliver it to your door via car carrier. 
3. Ship your car to Switzerland via air service: The quickest and most expensive way to ship your car to Switzerland is by air.  Your car is securely loaded inside the aircraft and shipped directly to any major airport in Switzerland.  You can have your car in Switzerland in 1-3 days.

Feel close to heaven while cruising through the Oberalp Pass in Switzerland.
Receive your car in less than a week with international air shipping services to Switzerland.

When looking for the best automobile shipping company with service to Switzerland, trust K International Transport.  We can provide the best international car shipping quotes to Switzerland.  For more information on our international shipping services to Switzerland and to receive car shipping quotes call us at 212-267-6400 or on Skype: kinternationalny.  Trying to contact us after business hours?  Send us an email at: inquiries@kinternational.com and we will get back to you within 1-2 business days.
 

How to Ship A Toyota Corolla to Nigeria

As one of the best selling cars in history, the Toyota Corolla remains in high demand all over the world. It is no surprise that that a country on the rise like Nigeria is one of the most common destinations for Toyota Corollas from the United States. Buying a used one in the United States and shipping a Toyota Corolla to Lagos, Nigeria is economical, and solves the problem of local availability of Toyota Corollas in Nigeria. Shipping a Toyota Corolla to Nigeria has never been easier!


You can browse online auction sites like eBay to find the right Toyota Corolla for you, then come to K International Transports Rate Request page, input the information (e.g. make/model/year, location of origin), and we will deliver the best car shipping quote we can in no time at all. Now you can judge for yourself what Toyota Corolla would be best to ship to Nigeria, taking into account the cost of vehicle and the cost to move the car overseas.


Please do not hesitate to submit a request to inquiries@kinternational.com, or give us a call at (212) 267-6400. Alternatively you can reach us on skype at kinternationalny.

The Good, The Bad and The Ugly: How to Avoid International Shipping Company Scams

International shipping can be a complicated process.  Picking the wrong international shipping company only makes this process even more complicated.  K International Transport has been in business for over 20 years and we're proud to say that most customers stay, but unfortunately some go.   But the ones that go always return...and why?  Well I'll tell you exactly why, and in ode to the popular Western's of the 1960's we will use our friend Clint Eastwood to demonstrate "The Good, the Bad and The Ugly" of International Shipping Companies.

Don't let a bad international shipping company take you for a ride,
read below for tips on how to avoid "The Bad and The Ugly"

The Bad and The Ugly - How to Spot International Shipping Company Scams
 

• Don't be fooled by a con-artist. If you are shipping automobiles, construction equipment and other specialized cargo does the international shipping company have experience handling this type of cargo?

Not every international shipping company is an experienced international car shipping or construction equipment shipping company.  No two international shipping companies are exactly alike, some companies specialize in hazardous cargo while others specialize in agricultural products.  But shipping a container of hay is no way similar to shipping an automobile.  Be sure to ask the shipping company if they have ever handled cars before and if they can explain how the car is loaded into a container or on a roll-on / roll-off vessel.  If they sound like they have no clue...run...

• Every thief knows how to steal a bag of gold from under your nose. Is the car shipping quote for international car shipping too good to be true?

 We get this all the time, "I'm shipping my car to Italy and the other car shipping company only quoted me $150 to ship my Range Rover to Genoa..."  Two weeks later the customer comes back crying.  As they say with most things in life, if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is.  No reputable shipping company will charge you $2000 to ship your Range Rover to Genoa if it only costs $150.   Whenever we hear customers mention such a big difference in price an automatic red flag goes up.  

First ask your overseas car shipping company how they will ship your car.  Is this roll-on / roll-off service or container service?  Oftentimes international car shipping companies will quote for consolidation service without even letting you know.  Think about this, would you want your 2012 Range Rover shipping with a 1993 Volvo worth $5?  What happens when the Volvo customer reaches Italy and realizes the customs and VAT charges are more than the cars worth and decides to abandon his car?  Now your car is stuck in a container and customs refuses to release it.  

Also, one of the biggest international car shipping scams is the shipping company picks-up your car and delivers it to port.  Next thing you know your Iphone gets an email from the car shipping company asking for more money or else your car won't ship.  Now you're stuck, either your car stays in the port forever or you have to pay the charges.  Don't you wish you didn't try saving that extra $50 to go with a less reputable shipping company.

•  Not everyone can be a sheriff.  Is the international shipping company licensed?

Every freight forwarder and international automobile shipping company must be licensed by the FMC.  FMC stands for the Federal Maritime Commission, and this organization is here to help you, the customer.  In order to receive an FMC license, the applicant must confirm they have 3 years of experience in international shipping and provide credible references.  Furthermore, the company will have to obtain a surety bond in order to get approved.  Not sure if your international shipping company is licensed?  Every shipping company has a license number and should be able to provide it to you.  But also remember, not every licensed company is a good company.  Several "shipping companies" will have a website that takes your personal information and sells it to other customers.  Don't get passed around!  If you aren't sure if your international shipping company is a reputable company, ask for references and how long the boss has worked in the industry.  If they can't provide you with either, again...run...

• So you're the new guy in town.... How long has the overseas shipping company been in business?

Did the international shipping company just open yesterday and the owner of the company only has 3 years of experience and the rest of his workers have none?  Although the person might sound friendly over the phone, you want to make sure you are in capable hands.  You wouldn't trust your gardener to deliver your first child, so why trust a novice with your first international car shipping experience.  

• When there's too much heat in the kitchen, the company runs.

There was an unfortunate accident and your cargo was damaged.  Good thing you purchased international shipping insurance!  You call your "reputable" international shipping company and the customer service representative won't return your calls after you tell them of the incident.  When purchasing international shipping cargo ask your shipping company to send you a copy of or the original insurance policy immediately.  They should also be able to provide you with the following information before you decide to ship your car and purchase insurance: what is the deductible?  Will insurance cover the full value of my car?  When does insurance coverage start and end?  When unfortunate incidents happens no one is happy, but you need a reliable international shipping company who will help you throughout the entire process



The Good- Found a Reputable International Shipping Company? Some Tips to Cover Your Behind

So your shipping company seems to pass the test, now it's up to you to make sure you CYB - Cover Your Behind

• Don't be afraid to ask questions

No question is a stupid question, and a reputable international shipping company will tell you this.  If you have a question, ask, ask, ask.  You will regret it later when you have a problem that could have been easily answered or solved if you asked beforehand.  Some things to consider: check the transit time, sailing date, estimated arrival date and agent information for the port overseas.  This will help save you a lot of headache.

• Read all Terms and Conditions 

Stuff happens, and some things are beyond the control of the international car shipping company.  Those two pages of terms and conditions they gave you with your car shipping quote...read through it, it's there for a reason.  The same way you have to CYB, international shipping companies have to do the same.  

Aren't you glad Clint Eastwood saved you from the bad guys of international shipping

In conclusion, while many international shipping companies will bring out the "Bad and the Ugly" there are several that will bring out the "Good".  When choosing which overseas shipping company to use to ship your car, Caterpillar, construction equipment or furniture, make sure to follow the above tips.  With over 20 years of experience, K International knows what we're talking about when it comes to international shipping.  Call us today at 212-267-6400 to receive international shipping quotes.  We are also on skype: Kinternationalny and can be reached by email: inquiries@kinternational.com

Bought an Excavator or Dump Truck on Ebay? Need Help Shipping it Overseas?

Nothing has made purchasing construction equipment easier than the creation of the internet.  Now with thousands of used construction equipment sellers, and online construction equipment auctions such as Ebay; buying used construction equipment from the USA is faster and easier than before!  To demonstrate how easy it is to ship your excavator, dump truck or other construction equipment from the United States, we will give you a little story about Carlos the construction equipment buyer. 


While browsing through Ebay late one night for the 3rd and 4th season of Dynasty on DVD, Carlos came across a Caterpillar Excavator on sale for $25,000.  Crushed between whether to buy his Dynasty DVD's or the Caterpillar Excavator, Carlos decided to go ahead and click on the "Buy It Now" button for the excavator.

Carlos couldn't resist buying this affordable Caterpillar Excavator on Ebay

It wasn't until after Carlos bought the excavator did he realize it was located in Middle of Nowhere, USA and the seller Billy Bob's Construction Equipment World couldn't ship his Caterpillar internationally or deliver his excavator to the port.  Carlos almost wished he bought the 3rd and 4th season of Dynasty instead until he researched international construction equipment shipping companies and came across K International.

Hoping he could hold back his tears, Carlos decided to contact K International Transport.  Carlos spoke with a friendly employee who was an expert in construction equipment shipping.  She assured Carlos he had nothing to cry about! K International was here to rescue the day and make shipping excavators and construction equipment from the USA easy.  

K International Transport was here to the rescue,
they assured Carlos they were the best international
construction equipment shipping company in the USA
 and would ship his excavator overseas

First, Carlos provided the international shipping expert with the model number for his Caterpillar.  Using their sophisticated database of construction equipment dimensions, K International was able to find the length, width, height and weight of his excavator unit.

Then, K International shared a little secret with Carlos..."I will show you how we can help you save money when shipping your excavator and construction equipment.  No need to worry, you are in good hands!"  Carlos decided to cross his fingers, do his good luck dance, and trust K International with shipping his excavator overseas. 


K International contacted Billy Bob's World of Construction Equipment and notified them to remove the bucket to help Carlos save on inland trucking costs. K International was able to pick up the excavator and bucket from Middle of Nowhere, USA and deliver Carlos' construction equipment to port.  K International alerted Carlos the excavator was small enough to dismantle and ship in a container in order to save him even more money.

Within a week Carlos' excavator was picked up, delivered to port, dismantled, loaded inside the container and shipped overseas.  When Carlos received the bill he was delighted, K International saved him hundreds of dollars in international construction equipment shipping costs!! He was convinced K International was one of the best international shipping companies for used construction equipment and excavators!

A month later Carlos was back on Ebay purchasing seasons 1 and 2 of Golden Girls and looking at articulated dump trucks.  He came across a Volvo Articulated Dump Truck he wanted shipped from the United States. 

Carlos was starting to buy even bigger construction equipment,
when he saw this Volvo Articulated Dump Truck he had to have it,
he was confident his construction shipping expert
would be able to ship his dump truck internationally

After calling his trusty K International overseas shipping expert, he was delighted to hear they could remove the wheels and make the inland and international transport of the dump truck cheaper than originally thought!! Carlos was ecstatic at the thought of saving money.

With the money Carlos saved with K International shipping his dump truck overseas, he was able to use the extra money and buy the Golden Girls DVD's he wanted

Carlos did the happy dance, now he realized buying construction equipment online and shipping it internationally from the USA was easy and affordable!  He was looking forward to making more purchases on ebay and shipping more construction equipment overseas.

Carlos the construction equipment buyer was happy with the international shipping services K International provided

Do a happy dance like Carlos...after buying your excavator, dump truck or other construction equipment on Ebay, turn to K International Transport to help ship your equipment internationally!  We can ship excavators, dump trucks, construction equipment, tracked equipment and equipment on wheels internationally at an affordable cost!  We offer roll-on / roll-off construction equipment shipping and equipment dismantling container service.  And we aren't just talk, we know a picture is worth a thousand words.  Check out our construction equipment shipping services page for pictures on machinery dismantling and other international construction equipment shipping services we offer. We also have more pictures on our facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/KInternationalTransport

To receive construction equipment shipping rates contact one of our equipment shipping experts at 212-267-6400 or on Skype: kinternationalny.  Up late browsing Ebay for construction equipment like Carlos?  Send us an email anytime, 24/7 at: inquiries@kinternational.com.  We will send you a construction equipment shipping rate within 1 -2 business days.

 

How to Ship a Car to Saudi Arabia

Suffering from the increase in gas prices in the United States?  Consider driving in Saudi Arabia!  Home to one of the largest gas supplies in the world, it is no wonder we have so many customers shipping cars to Saudi Arabia.  Need help shipping a car to Saudi Arabia?  With several years of overseas car shipping experience to Saudi Arabia, we can help you ship your car.  

Interestingly enough, two of the most popular vehicles being shipped from the United States to Saudi Arabia are Ford Crown Victoria's and Lincoln Town Car's.  Although the Crown Victoria and Town Car were popular back when your parents were young, they are still very popular in several Middle Eastern countries including Saudi Arabia.  Considered roomy, reliable and easy to maintain, Saudi Arabian car enthusiasts comb the USA for affordable Ford Crown Victoria's and Lincoln Town Car's to buy and ship from the United States to Saudi Arabia.  In fact, when the last Ford Crown Victoria rolled off the assembly line, the lucky buyer was a customer in Saudi Arabia.

In September of 2011, Ford Motor Company rolled out the last
Ford Crown Victoria on its assembly line. 
This piece of history was shipped to a customer in Saudi Arabia.

As one of the best automobile shipping companies shipping cars to Saudi Arabia, we offer very affordable car shipping services to the ports of Dammam and Jeddah.  The cheapest way to send a car to Saudi Arabia is via roll-on / roll-off shipping.  We can pick-up your car from anywhere in the United States, deliver to port and ship to Saudi Arabia.

Need international car shipping quotes to Saudi Arabia? Contact K International by email at inquiries@kinternational.com or on Skype: kinternationalny.  You can also visit our automobile rate request page to send in your request for a overseas car shipping quote.  We will respond to all rate requests within 1-2 business days.

Moving Abroad? K International Presents: House Hunters International: Australia

House Hunters International is a popular program that follows couples on their house hunt in various international destinations.  Sometimes working at K International Transport can feel like an episode of House Hunters.  What furniture will the customer bring to their new home?  Can they  fit all their furniture inside the container...and their new house?  What is the best way to ship their two cars?  How to politely tell your customer they cannot ship 100 gallons of fuel or they might be held liable for blowing up a $100 million ship?

Nonetheless, we enjoy working with our customers as they plan for their next exciting adventure in their new home.  Therefore, we decided to provide international shipping assistance to our blog world friends with a poignant story about a couple moving to Australia: Jacob and Emily.

Jacob and Emily were originally from Chicago, and while they normally enjoyed the cold winters they longed for warmth, sunshine and a change of scenery.

Jacob loved Chicago...but he was tired of the cold winters

After searching and finally securing a job in sunny Brisbane, Australia, Jacob and Emily were ready for their big move.  This is when they decided to contact K International Transport to assist with all their international shipping services needed to move abroad to Australia.

A week before they moved, Jacob and Emily wanted to load their 2 bedroom Chicago apartment in a 40'HC shipping container to Australia.  Jacob also wanted to send his 1974 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray to Brisbane, we told him it was no problem, we have inexpensive and reliable international car shipping services to Australia.  We also have a lot of experience shipping classic cars like Chevrolet Corvette's to Australia.   

Right on time one week before they started their new life, K International was able to pick up Jacob's Corvette and bring the 40' container to their door in Chicago.  Jacob and Emily loaded all of their furniture and other personal belongings they needed for their new home in Brisbane, Australia in the container.   Luckily they didn't have to worry about packing their down jackets...but they did invest in some new surfboards...

Jacob and Emily no longer needed their winter jackets...fashionable in Chicago, but not so much in Australia

K International let Jacob and Emily know it would take approximately 50-65 days before their furniture and surf boards would arrive in Australia.  Jacob and Emily figured this would give them plenty of time to look for a new house in Australia.  After meeting their real estate agent Ruby,  Jacob and Emily were on their way to looking at new houses.

The first place was an apartment in Brisbane.  Although near the center of the city, they realized it would be too small to fit their new surfboards and all their furniture loaded inside their shipping container.  Emily cried out to Jacob, "This bedroom won't fit our king sized bed, dresser and side tables...let's look at the next place."

Emily thought of all the items they were shipping to Australia and she knew this apartment was too small to fit all their stuff

The second place was a small house close to the beaches of Brisbane.  While Emily loved that she could walk outside and get a tan.  Jacob was afraid the house would one day flood and wash away.  He didn't want to lose all of the beautiful furniture he bought over from the United States....

While Jacob felt secure in the international cargo shipping insurance he purchased for his furniture, he wasn't sure about the insurance policies in Australia if he lost his house...

The third place was a house not far from the city center, and not too far from the beach.  The house had plenty of sunlight and was big enough to fit all their furniture.  Jacob and Emily instantly felt at home and were excited to start their new life in Brisbane.

This house was just perfect for Jacob and Emily, they were excited to start their new life in Australia

50 Days later their furniture and car arrived safely in Australia.  Jacob and Emily were elated; they loved their new home in Australia and because of K International Transport their new surfboards and furniture arrived safely.

Surf's Up!  Now Jacob could truly enjoy living in Australia

Are you the next Jacob and Emily?  Looking to move to Australia or any other exciting destination abroad and need help moving?  Contact K International to receive car shipping quotes and container shipping quotes for your container and surfboard.  We can be reached by email at inquiries@kinternational.com / phone: 212-267-6400 / and Skype: kinternationalny