Is shared container car shipping safer than RORO?
Yes. Vehicles ship inside a sealed steel container rather than on an open or semi-open vessel deck. Damage rates on shared container are statistically lower than RORO.
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Frequently asked questions
Can I ship a non-running car in a shared container?
Yes. Non-runners are winched onto the racking frame at no significant extra cost, provided steering and brakes are functional enough to roll.
How many cars fit in a shared container?
A 40ft high-cube with R-Rak fits three average cars; a standard 40ft fits two without racking. Very large SUVs may push the count to two even with racking.
Will my car be insured during the shared container journey?
All shipments include marine transit cover. For high-value classics we recommend agreed-value cover through the ${A('vehicle-shipping-insurance-explained')}marine insurance guide</a>.
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