The platform has strict internal outbound inspections. If buyers need, we can assist you in commissioning an independent third-party evaluation agency (such as Cha Doctor, Dongche Di official testing, etc.) for re-inspection, with costs borne by the buyer. An independent report can provide more credibility for your local resale.

Ask the exporter for a copy of the vehicle registration certificate (机动车登记证书). It lists every owner change and any mortgage registration. If the car was financed, there will be a lien entry; make sure a release entry follows it. You can also verify the VIN against public records through the traffic management platform (12123) — a legitimate exporter can generate a status report on the spot. Check that the seller's company name on the invoice matches the registered owner. For extra safety, require a written statement that the vehicle is free of liens, loans, court seizures, and lease agreements, and wire payment only to the company's corporate account after ownership is transferred to the export entity. That sequence — transfer first, payment second — is your strongest protection.

Timing your shipment can save both money and weeks of waiting. Several predictable patterns affect routes from China. Peak season surcharges: January through March, before Chinese New Year, exporters rush to ship, so container and RoRo space tightens and rates rise 20-50%. Book at least 3-4 weeks ahead during this window. After the holiday (usually February), factories and ports restart gradually, causing 2-3 weeks of backlog. Weather effects: Typhoon season (July-September) can delay departures from southern Chinese ports like Shenzhen and Guangzhou. Winter fog and ice affect northern ports like Dalian and Tianjin, slowing loading operations. Destination-side factors: Monsoon seasons can slow port operations in South and Southeast Asia. Holiday periods at destination (e.g., Ramadan in the Gulf, year-end holidays elsewhere) reduce customs staffing and extend clearance times. Practical advice: ask your forwarder for rate calendars, avoid booking right before major Chinese holidays, and build 1-2 weeks of buffer into delivery promises to your customers. Flexible departure ports (Shanghai vs. Ningbo vs. Shenzhen) can also help you find available space.