American Interstate Crossings a Licensed Property Broker by the United States Department of Transportation, (License # MC506993) agrees to have vehicle(s) described on attached quotation shipped on or about the dates requested. American Interstate Crossings will designate a reliable carrier (agent) to fulfill the terms and conditions of this agreement. American Interstate Crossings shall make reasonable efforts in coordinating the pick and delivery of the shipper’s vehicle(s); however, American Interstate Crossings does not guarantee a specific pickup or delivery date.

These Terms and Conditions are further incorporated into the Bill of Lading issued by the Carrier at the time of vehicle(s) pick-up and initiation of the transport by the Carrier.

Carrier’s responsibility begins when the shipper or his agent signs the Bill of Lading at pickup, and terminates when the shipper or his agent signs the Bill of Lading at delivery. Shipper or his agent must be present at the time of pickup and delivery. Shipper’s failure to meet the scheduled pickup time maybe subject to a $100.00 rescheduling charge.

All vehicles to be delivered with a balance due shall be paid in CASH or CASHIERS CHECK ONLY (US funds). Should delivery be attempted after (3 to 24 hours voice notification to phone numbers provided by shipper) where shipper or his agent does not have proper funds or is unavailable to receive delivery, vehicle(s) will be taken to and left at the nearest terminal at the discretion of the carrier, where shipper will have to retrieve and pay for storage or re-delivery fees.

If you are shipping an inoperable vehicle, you may be required to help load and unload said vehicle at the discretion of the driver. Should vehicle(s) become inoperable during transport, $150.00 will be due at time of delivery in addition to any other moneys owed. It is shipper's responsibility to make sure vehicle is in proper working order.

American Interstate Crossings or its agents will not knowingly transport vehicles with personal or household items in the passenger or trunk compartment. Federal regulation prohibits American Interstate Crossings or its agents from doing so. If such items are shipped unbeknownst to American Interstate Crossings or its agents, such items become the sole responsibility of the shipper. Should damage occur or fines are levied, said fines or damage is shipper’s responsibility. If you place personal items in your car you will be subject to additional fees at the discretion of the transporting company.

American Interstate Crossings or its agents will not be responsible for vandalism, acts of god (fire, flooding, hail, sand storm, tornadoes, and earthquakes) or objects flying from the road or sky during transport. Shippers should maintain their own insurance for these reasons.

Shipper is responsible for preparing the vehicle(s) for transport, all loose parts fragile or protruding accessories, low hanging spoilers, fog lights, antennas, etc., must be removed and/or properly secured. Any part that falls off in transit is shipper's responsibility, including damages done by said part to any and all vehicles involved.

If damage should occur, all moneys owed for transport must be paid to initiate a claim. Damage must be noted in the proper place on the Bill of Lading, and signed by driver and shipper, regardless of weather, or time of day. Signing the bill of lading without any notation of damage verifies that shipper or his agent has received the said vehicle in good condition, and that American Interstate Crossings and its agents are relieved of any further responsibility. Shipper or his agent MUST check vehicle thoroughly prior to signing the Bill of Lading.

American Interstate Crossings and its agents must also be notified of any damage by phone within 24 hours. Shipper must submit in writing a description of damage, clear pictures, and 2 estimates within 10 days of receipt of said vehicle directly to the designated carrier for any resolution to be initiated. American Interstate Crossings will support you in this effort should such a problem occur, but in no way will American Interstate Crossings accept responsibility for any negligence of the assigned carrier.

Any claim or controversy arising from or relating to this agreement, or the performance or breach thereof, shall be subject to the jurisdiction of Orange County, California . Shipper specifically waives any right to judicature of this matter at any other location. American Interstate Crossings can only be liable for up to the amount of the deposit located on your quotation. In no case can American Interstate Crossings be held liable for the designated carrier's damage. American Interstate Crossings will provide carriers insurance certificate and carrier information should any controversy arise.

If you place an order with us, you have the option to cancel any time prior to your vehicle being assigned to a transporter at no cost to you. If your vehicle is booked on a transporter before you fax or email your cancellation, you will lose the deposit amount.

American Interstate Crossings is a licensed and bonded Property Broker. We are responsible for booking the shipment of cars with a licensed and insured Motor Carriers, who handle their own damage claims. It may take a few weeks to process your claim, since the drivers must return to their terminals with the original Bill of Lading and vehicle condition reports.

By either submitting your order online, sending us your order by fax or by email, American Interstate Crossings understands you are placing your order accepting the terms and conditions (in lieu of your signature) found here and on American Interstate Crossing's web site.

Privacy Policy:

American Interstate Crossings (AIC) is extremely sensitive and respectful of our clients and prospective client's privacy. Information provided by you will be used for the sole purpose of receiving quote(s) from our company and/or affiliated network of auto transport providers based on your specific needs and geographical location. Information provided by you will not be used for any other purpose than to respond to your vehicle shipping needs.

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Information contained within this website is deemed “as is”; American Interstate Crossings (AIC) shall not be held responsible or liable for any damages that may result or have allegedly resulted in the course of using this website and/or any linking partner website and under any theory of law. Information contained within this website may change from time to time at the discretion of American Interstate Crossings (AIC). In the event of a conflict between documentation obtained through this site and documentation conveyed by American Interstate Crossings (AIC), documentation baring earlier date will govern.

Disclaimer:

Viatrauck.com is a website that is owned by American Interstate Crossings, a licensed Broker with authority to arrange for the transportation of property for shippers throughout the . American Interstate Crossings (AIC) does not own or operate trucks. Thus, American Interstate Crossings (AIC) shall not be held liable for any damages caused by trucking companies.