How to Choose Right Car Shipping Method for Your Needs
Choosing the best car shipping option is essential to guaranteeing a simple, economical, and safe car transportation experience. You have a few options, like roll-on/roll-off (RORO) and container shipping, but you can choose wisely if you know the advantages and disadvantages of each. This tutorial will go over the various car shipping options, their benefits, […] Read More...
The Ultimate Guide to International Car Shipping: What You Need to Know
Car shipping internationally is the complex process of moving vehicles across borders for any number of reasons, including buying, selling, or relocation. Careful preparation, following rules, and choosing the best delivery option are necessary. Everything you need to know about shipping a vehicle internationally is included in this extensive guide, making the process go smoothly […] Read More...
Customs/Duties at Destination Ports: A Comprehensive Guide for Ship Cars Ltd Customers
The procedure of shipping a car abroad can be complicated, and one important factor that frequently worries clients is the customs and duties at the destination ports. Our goal at Ship Cars Ltd. is to make this procedure as easy as possible for you by giving you all the information you need to have a […] Read More...
Preparing Your Car for Export: A Step-by-Step Guide with Ship Cars Ltd
Although relocating abroad is an exciting journey, there are many stages involved, particularly if you are moving your entire life from the UK to a new country. While packing small items like kitchenware and clothing is one thing, getting ready to ship larger items like your car might be intimidating. But transporting cars abroad doesn’t […] Read More...
What is a Ro Ro Ship?
Ro Ro is short for Roll on Roll off, these purpose-built vessels are designed to ship lots of rolling cargo by sea. Using the ships own loading ramps, vehicles are either driven or towed on to the lower decks of the ship. Ro Ro ships have multi levels which can be adjusted by height. Small […] Read More...
Vehicle Export Advice for shipping cars from the UK
When shipping a car from the UK it is advisable to find out as much information before committing to ship it overseas. The period you intend to export your vehicle will determine what declarations are made upon arrival. For example, is your shipment only temporary or are you looking to ship it to your chosen […] Read More...
Shipping Personal Effects Inside Your Vehicle
The most popular question when shipping a vehicle overseas is if you can load the vehicle with any luggage or personal effects. Read More...
Avoiding Damage with International Car Shipping
This blog will explain how to avoid any such damage from happening to your car, giving you peace of mind when shipping your vehicle to a foreign country. Read More...
Important Things to Remember When Shipping a Car
Moving abroad is stressful on its own. That’s why as a car shipping we are here to help. So worry no more, we can help you ship your car easily, with less worry using these tips and advice. Read More...
What Is Included in Your Car Shipping Price?
So you have decided you want to ship your car abroad. You go on the internet, find few shipping companies and request some quotes. But how do you know what are the best rates and what is included in the international car shipping price? Read More...
Moving to Europe After Brexit
Many British people dream about moving to a European country – for work or to retire. Sometimes they use car shipping companies to help them move their cars with them, sometimes they drive themselves. However, things might be a bit different in the future. Read More...
Refrigerant Gases In Australia
What fridge or freezer is allowed to be shipped to Australia. There are strict rules when shipping refrigerant gases to Australia. Read More...
Australian Quarantine Inspection
AQIS is the Australian Quarantine Inspection. Some vehicles will be made to be cleaned to higher standards before being allowed in to the Country officially. Read More...
How to buy a car to ship overseas
Avoid buying a stolen car. Purchasing a car to ship it overseas should be done carefully. See our tips and advice on what to avoid before you buy it. Read More...
Car Shipping Restrictions in Canada
Finding out what the Canada vehicle restrictions are prior to shipping a car will help to avoid any costly mistakes once it arrives in Canada. Read More...
Vehicle Shipping to Africa
Car shipping to Africa is easier when you know what the regulations are. The car shipping costs to Africa will vary from port to port. Get free quotes from the UK to Africa Online. Read More...
Car Shipping Costs
Great Car Shipping Costs. To get FREE International car shipping rates from or to the UK complete our Quick Quote form for cheapest overseas vehicle shipping prices. Read More...
Car Shipping Methods
Car shipping methods explained in our easy to follow guide. Ro-Ro, Dedicated container or shared container options using our newly designed R-Rack system. Read More...
Car Shipping Rates
Average car shipping rates will vary depending on the size of the vehicle shipped overseas. Our car shipping quotes are continually monitored to give better rates to all countries. Read More...
Classic Car Shipping
Classic car shipping for any vintage vehicle offers safer transport by container shipping services overseas. Shipping Classic Cars Confidently. Read More...
Collecting a car from the port
What to look out for once you have imported a car. Our check list will help to ensure that you car has arrived in tip top condition for you to explore you new country. Read More...
Container Shipping
Best container car shipping rates from the UK to anywhere overseas. Secure 20ft & 40ft car container shipping services. Read More...
Customs and Duties Advice
Check custom and exercise policies of various countries by visiting the website of First Base Freight Ltd. Read More...
Car Shipping Documentation
Getting the right documentation is key to a trouble-free car shipping experience. Get your paperwork in order before shipping a vehicle overseas. Read More...
Import Regulations in USA
When car shipping to the USA you MUST make sure that your vehicle complies with the Import Safety Standards and Import Regulations. Read More...
Car Shipping Overseas
Do you want to know how to ship a car abroad? Learn how to ship your car overseas without any aggravation. Read More...
Motorcycle Shipping Overseas
Motorcycle Shipping Services with First Base Freight. We crate all motorcycles at our warehouse for safer transport to thousands of destinations from the UK. Read More...
Motorhome Shipping Overseas
Motorhome Shipping from the UK - First Base Freight, a family run business can collect and ship your motorhome from anywhere in the UK to any destination overseas. Read More...
Import Cars To The UK
Importing a car from anywhere overseas back to the UK is very straight forward when you have First Base Freight. We Specialise in Importing Cars in to the UK from all over the World. Read More...
Motorhome Shipping Tips
Motorhome shipping tips and advice for anyone looking to ship a motorhome or RV overseas successfully. Follow our guide for great shipping tips. Read More...
Roll-On-Roll-off Ports
Find out if your country has a roll on/roll off port to ship your vehicle to. Some countries only have container ports, but it is far cheaper if you can ship to a Ro Ro port. Read More...
Roll-On-Roll-off Car Shipping
Roll On Roll Off car shipping to Australia, USA, Cyprus, Namibia, Lagos, Africa and New Zealand is now cheaper. Great costs for shipping any car by roll on/roll off vessels from the UK. Read More...
Machinery Shipping Overseas
International plant machinery shipping services for any high and heavy cargo. Find out what is involved in heavy machinery shipping overseas. Read More...
The Shipping Note
Understanding what the shipping note (SSN) is and the role that it plays in the shipping of your vehicle will help you to understand the chain of events. Read More...
The Shipping Process
In this article, we take a look at the shipping process and the things you will need in order to effectively ship your vehicle overseas. Read More...
Truck Shipping Overseas
International truck shipping costs vary due to its dimensions. Ship trucks overseas and find out truck shipping rates and UK collection costs. Read More...
Shipping With Belongings
We regularly receive questions from people wanting to know if they can ship their vehicle with belongings inside. Find out the process here. Read More...
Temporary Car Shipping To Cyprus
Shipping a car on a temporary export to Cyprus is easier with our free guide. Obtain a C1040 form for temporary car shipping to Cyprus today. Read More...
Temporary vs Permanent Exports
Temporary or Permanent Imports come with different guidelines. Shipping your car temporarily may be cheaper with an ATA carnet at hand. Read More...
Car Shipping Tips
Car shipping tips and advice will make the vehicle shipping process easier to understand. Get it right the first time using our great guide. Read More...
UK Car Collection Services
Looking for a UK car collection service? Have your vehicle driven or transported from anywhere in the UK using trade plate drivers or transporters. Read More...
What Is a Bill Of Lading (BOL)
What is a Bill of Lading? First Base Freight explain what the Bill of Lading is and the purpose for it. We explain the Telex Release process and why certain countries demand the OBL. Read More...
Where Can I Ship My Vehicle To?
If you are unsure whether you can ship your vehicle to a certain destination, First Base Freight is always on hand to answer any questions you have. Read More...