Importing car to UK is a simple and straightforward process. Depending on the shipping service you use – either via a container or Roll On /Roll Off shipping option, you can get your UK car imports done swiftly and with minimum costs.

Containerized UK car imports are usually done in two ways; consolidated or individually. With the consolidated option, your vehicle will be shipped along with others in a 40ft container. This option effectively reduces the ocean transport cost as well as the destination and unloading fees.

An individual container option, on the other hand, will have your vehicle being transported alone inside a 20ft container. The fees will be more; however, the departure and arrival times will be less and you can carry along household goods and load them into the container as well.

The Roll On/Roll Off option is also a good method of importing car to UK. Your vehicle must be in good running condition as it will be driven on and off the hull of the shipping vessel. The rate for this option is usually lesser than containers, however, it may vary depending on the departure location and the arrival port that you use. Also, household goods are not allowed inside the vehicle, and the sail times are usually longer than the containerized shipping option.

In essence, shipping times, costs and all other specifics is determined based on the shipping option you choose, and the type of vehicle being transported. You will have to verify with your car shipping company to get accurate information.

Important things to know before importing car to UK

Before importing car to UK, you must ensure that it meets a number of specific regulations such as:

• The Road Vehicle Regulations 1986; and
• The Road Vehicle Lighting Regulations 1989

If you are importing the vehicle permanently into the UK, you must provide evidence that the vehicle meets all environmental and safety regulations. You can do this by making use of the Individual Vehicle Approval scheme

Speak with our Expert who will be able to advise you on the latest rules and regulations.

Trans Global Logistics Uk Limited , International Shipping & Logistics Company with 30 years of experience, will be able to offers several services for your Vehicle Transport UK / Customs Clearance / Import and UK Vehicle Registration to confidently support your shipment in either Import or Export for any type of equipment.

Contact us at Trans Global Logistics Uk Limited 

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