No, it does not. International shipping (especially RoRo) usually takes 30 to 60 days, during which the vehicle is stationary. A dead 12V battery, natural tire pressure loss, and even wiper aging due to temperature differences are all reasonable physical wear during long-distance transport. We strongly recommend that overseas buyers bring a portable jump starter and an air pump when picking up their vehicles at the port.

This is considered a force majeure risk. We will require the vehicle's state of charge (SOC) to be maintained in a safe dormant range of 30%-50% before loading, and we will insure you for all marine risks under CIF terms. If the battery suffers thermal runaway total loss due to abnormal cargo hold temperatures, the insurance company will compensate.

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.