What documents do I need when shipping a car?

Domestic transport is easy. When shipping a car from New York to Florida, you or someone on your behalf must release the vehicle to the carrier at pick-up.

The person at pick-up will also need to sign a Bill of Lading (BOL). The BOL is a receipt and an inspection report. When the carrier inspects the car you need to check that all existing damages are marked before you sign. Never sign a blank or incomplete document.

From New York to Florida

You will experience summer temperatures in the 80-90s on a daily basis. But you will also enjoy New Year’s Eve in shorts and T-shirt!

Sunny as we know it, Florida is also the capital of lightnings and storms. As well as hurricanes. The areas most likely to endure a hurricane are the southern tip, the east coast and the gulf coast along the panhandle. Not to make it too traumatic, but let’s not forget humidity as well.

Meet the Floridians

In the past couple of years weather conditions triggered reactions from politicians in the state as well. They claim that South Florida experienced harsher climate change and sea-level issues than the north part of the states.

The unfair advantage of the north makes it hard for the whole state to get support. This is why the mayor of Miami proposed a resolution to split the state in two. Might sound crazy to some, but it is true.

People who have visited Florida confirm that there are differences in the atmosphere in the two regions, too. Usually, the panhandle is considered socially conservative and more economically disadvantaged. The northwest Florida’s economy depends primarily on military bases, beach tourism, agriculture and fishing.

By contrast, central and southern Florida has theme parks, NASA/Kennedy Space Center and a very strong defense contracting industry. Naturally, this defines the diversity in people. Their mentality and attitude towards life is rather different, so make sure you do your research in advance. Visit the two Floridas, meet locals before you settle.

Moving to the Sunshine State

Despite the hurricanes and high humidity weather, the population of Florida continues to grow.

With almost 21 million inhabitants, the state is currently the third most populous in the nation. Compared to New York’s humid continental climate with freezing winters, Florida’s climate is mostly subtropical.

Most parts of the state have a mild weather during the winter, and its summers are usually hot and humid. Its northern part experiences a subtropical climate, while tropical weather reigns in the southern part of the state.

Housing and Living Costs

They say South Florida and North Florida differ so much, be it in climate, culture, nightlife, atmosphere, it feels like they are not part of the same state. That is why you should do your research first and pick one side before deciding on buying a property.

If you move to Florida’s capital Tallahassee, for example, expect the cost of living prices to drop by nearly 70% compared to New York.

Economy and Employment

The state’s economy is mainly fueled by trade, financial services, manufacturing, construction, and transportation services. Its tourism keeps thriving and contributing to the economy and is also mixing Florida’s culture even more.

Things to Do in Florida

Life in Florida is so much more than just living by the beach and practicing your swimming and surfing skills. Even though the state has the lowest high points in the US, it still offers great hiking opportunities, and other outdoor activities such as fishing, kayaking, paddle boarding, bicycling, and many more.

As a golf state, it offers golf lovers the terrain they need to practice their favorite sport as well. Universal Orlando, Florida Keys, South Beach, Magic Kingdom, Everglades National Park, Disney’s Animal Kingdom, and Disney’s Hollywood Studios are just a few things you need to add and hopefully cross off your bucket list as soon as you possibly can.

Moving to Florida with a car

Getting around in the Land of Flowers would be too hard without a car. Therefore, moving there with your car will make your life easier. Once you ship your car from New York to Florida, you will have up to 30 days to register and title your car with your local DHSMV. Keep in mind that you will have to register and title your car at the same time in order to legally drive it.