Enclosed Car Carrier Benefits

Enclosed car shipping is an alternative to open car shipping. Open auto transport is the most common form of automobile transport, although open auto shipping is a very safe form of transporting your car, it does not offer a 360 degree protection of your car from dirt, the elements and bad weather.
 
  Enclosed auto transport offers the protection you will need when transporting a classic, exotic,luxury, or that new or special car which needs an extra level of protection. Here are a few benefits to using an enclosed car carrier over an open car hauler.

  -Enclosed car carriers also carry the maximum in cargo insurance, most policies are $500,000 to $1,000,000 in cargo coverage for all units on the enclosed car hauler.
-Enclosed car shipping drivers are all well trained and knowledgeable in all classic and new exotic car models to be sure each unit is handled with the care the car needs. They are the best drivers in the industry.
-Weather will not be an issue on an enclosed car carrier, your car is protected from all normal road hazards and any and all inclement weather.
-Enclosed car shipping will be more expensive because of these factors, call a Paragon transport specialist today to get a quote on your enclosed car shipment.
- Deciding to ship a car in an enclosed car carrier will give you that peace of mind while your classic,exotic,luxury, or special car is being transported across country.



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Transport Reviews in Auto Shipping

Transport reviews are a customers best friend when searching for a reliable car shipping company. When searching for an auto transport company to ship your car, you should be sure to do your research on the auto transporters you are choosing from. With so many car shipping companies to choose from, auto transport reviews will help you distinguish which car shippers are qualified to ship your car and which are not.
Car shipping prices will be all over the place, auto transport reviews will help you see which carriers are not rated well and which are rated 5 stars. The cheap car shipping quotes you receive could mean the car shipper is not rated very well, you get what you pay for in this case. So, the extra $100 by a 5 star rated auto transport company, could save you time and money in the long run. The auto shipper is not rated 5 stars for nothing.

Paragon Transport is a 5 star rated auto transport company. Our years in the business has helped us develop into one of the nation's top auto transport companies. The customers needs and best interest are our number one priority. "Auto Shipping Excellence" is our slogan for a reason. we want satisfied and happy customers on every auto transport.

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Transport a Car to Houston,Texas

Paragon Auto Transport is the number one auto shipping company in Texas. We offer door to door and fully insured service to every city in Texas, including Houston and Dallas. Whether you are shipping a car to Dallas or moving a truck to Houston, Paragon Transport can deliver. Our open auto shipping service is perfect for cars, trucks, and even ATVs that need to be transported to Texas.
Paragon Auto Transport is a Houston based business with over 7 years of car hauling experience. Our staff is trained and knowledgeable in all areas of auto transport. We also offer enclosed car shipping service to and from Texas. Our specialized enclosed car hauling division is equipped to transport any type of luxury,exotic or classic car to and from Texas. Each enclosed auto transport truck is equipped with a lift gate system and soft tie downs to ensure your car is well taken care of, as well as up to one million dollars in cargo insurance coverage.
If you are looking for an honest and reliable car shipper, Paragon Transport is the car shipping company for you. Getting a quote is easy, you can call, text or email us to get your personalized car shipping quote today. 832-830-5555 info@paragonautotransport.com

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New Acura NSX to Be Built & Engineered in the U.S.

 
At the 2012 Detroit Auto Show this week Acura finally took the covers off a concept car previewing the replacement for its cherished NSX supercar.

At the unveiling Acura also took the opportunity to announce that the new NSX will go on sale within three years, but the big shocker was the announcement that the car is to be engineered by Honda R&D Americas and built at a special plant in central Ohio.

The original Acura NSX was built at Honda plants in Japan from 1990 to 2005.

Rest assured, the project is in safe hands as the man running Honda today, Takanobu Ito, was one of the chief engineers of the original NSX and he’s determined that the new car is done right. You’ll recall that Acura’s previous attempt at building the NSX successor as a powerful, front-engined GT failed miserably due to the automaker’s financial situation at the peak of the 2008 global financial crisis.

This time around Acura will be staying true to the ethos of the original. That is, to seek performance through efficiency.

"Like the first NSX, we will again express high performance through engineering efficiency," explained Ito. "In this new era, even as we focus on the fun to drive spirit of the NSX, I think a supercar must respond positively to environmental responsibilities."

In particular, engineers developing the car at Honda R&D Americas’ center in Raymond, Ohio will focus on an extremely favorable power-to-weight ratio. They have chosen to stick with a V-6 and lightweight, mid-engine platform, but will be packing it with the latest hybrid technology and an all-wheel drive system.

Utilizing a unique twin-motor electric drive setup with a bilateral torque adjustable control system, the special hybrid all-wheel-drive system will be able to instantly generate negative or positive torque to the front wheels during cornering.

Acura anticipates that the system, dubbed “Sport Hybrid SH-AWD”, will deliver handling performance unmatched by previous all-wheel drive systems. In addition to the handling benefits of the Sport Hybrid SH-AWD system, a powerful V-6 engine with direct-injection and VTEC works together with a dual clutch transmission integrated with a third electric motor for powerful yet efficient acceleration.



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Reasons to Use Enclosed Car Shipping Service

 Enclosed car shipping is the alternative to open car shipping. Open car transport is the most common form of automobile transportation, although open car shipping is a very safe form of transporting your car, it does not offer a 360 degree protection of your car from dirt, the elements and bad weather.
 
 Enclosed auto transport offers the protection you will need when transporting a classic, exotic,luxury, or that new or special car which needs an extra level of protection. Here are a few reasons to choose enclosed car shipping over open car shipping.
  -Enclosed car carriers also carry the maximum in cargo insurance, most policies are $500,000 to $1,000,000 in cargo coverage for all units on the enclosed car hauler.
 -Enclosed car shipping drivers are all well trained and knowledgeable in all classic and new exotic car models to be sure each unit is handled with the care the car needs. They are the best drivers in the industry.
 -Weather will not be an issue on an enclosed car carrier, your car is protected from all normal road hazards and any and all inclement weather.
  -Enclosed car shipping will be more expensive because of these factors, call a Paragon transport specialist today to get a quote on your enclosed car shipment.
  - Deciding to ship a car in an enclosed car carrier will give you that peace of mind while your classic,exotic,luxury, or special car is being transported across country.



 Paragon Transport offers enclosed car shipping nationwide. Getting an auto shipping quote is easy, call now or apply online.  832-830-5555  
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Tips for preparing your car for auto transport or car shipping

 Here are a few tips from Paragon Transport for preparing your car for an auto shipment. Car shipping is not a difficult process if you are properly informed by your auto shipping agent before you transport your car.

 1.When transporting a car you will need to be sure the car is clean before the driver arrives. The car transport driver will do a full exterior inspection of your car for all dents, scratches, and any other noticeable flaws at the time of pickup. He will fill out the inspection report and get a signature from the pickup contact to sign off on the condition of the vehicle.

 2.Be sure to check the inspection report at delivery as well, to be sure there was no damage done during transport.

 3.It is recommended to have 1/4 to 1/2 tank of gas or less, in your car.

 4. No personal or household items are allowed in a car during auto shipping. It is DOT policy in all 50 states.

5. Turning off any car alarms can prevent the driver from any problems with the system.

6. At the time of getting your car shipping quote, be sure to inform your transport agent about any modifications to your vehicle, such as large tires, ladder racks, luggage racks, low clearance or any other modifications that may affect the auto shipment.

7. If you have any other questions about how to prepare your car for car shipping, please ask your Paragon Auto Transport auto shipping agent. All agents are knowledgeable and experienced in all aspects of auto transport.

  Again, car shipping is not a difficult process if you are well informed and use a reliable auto shipper.

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Eight Ferraris wrecked in million-dollar pileup

Authorities in Japan were still reconstructing Monday how eight Ferraris, a Lamborghini and a few Mercedes-Benzes wrecked on an expressway Sunday morning, coating the road in an Italian red metal sauce worth more than $1 million. It’s not a sight for those squeamish about totaled supercars.

Some 14 cars in all were involved in the chain-reaction crash on an expressway named China Road in Yamaguchi prefecture, leaving 10 people with minor injuries. While the injuries were light, several of the vehicles appear totaled.

How did so many Ferraris end up on the road together? The group — which Japanese police officials called “a gathering of narcissists” — were driving to a supercar meet-up in Hiroshima, where about 100 vehicles were expected to show. As one driver who was invited along but passed noted, it was unusual for such a drive to take the expressway — where speeds are closely monitored and traffic can be thicker due to lower tolls on Sundays. Even so, the Ferraris were estimated to have been running between 80 mph and 100 mph when the crash happened.

Police and video reports say the wreck began when a 60-year-old businessman from Fukushima driving a Ferrari F430 attempted to pass a Toyota Prius, but instead hit the guardrail. That set off a chain reaction among the cars driving in a tight formation behind the lead Ferrari, eventually wrapping up seven other Ferraris — namely a 360 Modena, F355 and a white Testarossa — along with a Lamborghini Diablo and a couple of high-end Mercedes.

The Prius sustained some rear bumper damage, but escaped relatively unharmed.



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WORLD'S RAREST CAR, 1954 Concept Old's Rocket F88

This is the car that in 1954 could have "killed" the Corvette. Chevrolet, being GM's big sales and profit division, campaigned to GM to "kill" this car. When Chevy was coming out with its 6-cyl. sports car with its 2-speed "powerglide" transmission and side curtains, here was a sports car from Olds with a big old V-8 and power windows.
So, GM said no to Oldsmobile on building this car.
The world's rarest automobile: a 1954 Concept Old's Rocket F88 - the only one in existence. (read the story below)
John S. Hendricks, (Discovery Communications founder) paid in excess of 3 million to acquire this 1954 Oldsmobile F-88 Convertible Concept Car .
After spending decades as a collection of parts stuffed into wooden crates, the F-88 was reassembled. In 1954 the F-88 was a Motorama Dream Car and was one of only two, or an unconfirmed possible three, ever created. The F-88 seen here is literally the only car left of its kind and was sold to John and Maureen Hendricks at the prestigious Barrett-Jackson Auto Auction in Scottsdale , Arizona , for an unbelievable $3,240,000. This acquisition made automotive history and is the cornerstone of the Gateway Colorado Automobile Museum in its own special room in a rotating display worthy of the F-88!

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Gasoline’s national average price dropped 9 cents

 Gasoline’s national average price dropped 9 cents in the past two weeks to an average $3.29 a gallon, according to the latest Lundberg Survey of filling stations released Sunday.
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5 Used Cars to Avoid (and 5 Better Alternatives)

Even though auto manufacturers have greatly boosted quality and reliability, buying a used car can still be a process fraught with anxiety. In addition to worrying about the honesty of the seller, you also want to be sure to avoid vehicles with poor reliability records.

 To help with that, MoneyWatch looked at owner surveys to see which cars look like trouble, focusing on five separate categories. We focused on 2008 models — the year ranked in the latest dependability study from J.D. Power and Associates. Buying a 3-year-old used car also lets you shop after the biggest new-car depreciation already has taken place: Because used car prices have risen so sharply this year, 1- and 2-year-old used models can make worse financial sense than buying new.

To make our list of used-car rejects, a model had to get the minimum two out of five in the J.D. Power “circle ratings” for dependability. It also had to be ranked below average as a used car by Consumer Reports in its annual April car issue and online car rankings.

Here are our recommendations for used cars to avoid — plus some better ideas in the same categories. Volkswagen and Chrysler Group, which also makes Dodge and Jeep, both have two entries on our avoidance list.


Small Car: Volkswagen Beetle

The Beetle’s cute looks and all-around appeal don’t save it from being on the least reliable list. Owners of the 2008 model told Consumer Reports that they had trouble with the climate control system and power equipment, both of which can lead to expensive repairs. The convertible model is selling for $19,350 on dealer’s lots according to the Kelley Blue Book web site.

• Alternative: Hyundai Elantra. Hyundai has had a remarkably strong sales year for new cars this year. But even in 2008, the company was making quality cars backed by its 10-year, 100,000 mile powertrain warranty. The Elantra got the maximum five circles in the J.D. Power reliability ratings and is ranked an above-average used car by Consumer Reports, where survey respondents reported no major problems. This model Elantra is selling for $12,435.

Midsize Car: Volkswagen Passat

Volkswagen strikes out again. Despite being praised by reviewers when new, the Passat gets the minimum J.D. Power two circles and a below-average rating from Consumer Reports. Readers there report problems with the fuel, electrical and climate systems and the power equipment.

The 2008 Passat is selling at dealers for $18,515, according to kbb.com.

• Alternative: Ford Fusion. Ford’s first real contender in years against mid-size leaders Toyota Camry and Honda Accord, the Fusion won the reliability award in this year’s J.D. Power survey. Consumer Reports gives it a top Much Above Average used car rating. Readers there reported no major problems with their 2008 Fusions. Dealers are offering the Fusion for $17,365, according to kbb.com.

Midsize SUV: GMC Acadia

Though its quality has improved in recent models, the 2008 Acadia is a repeat loser in this category. With the minimum two circles in the J.D. Power survey, it gets a worse than average used car ranking from Consumer Reports. Readers there reported problems with the suspension and audio system. The Acadia SLE model is selling for about $25,000 at dealerships, according to kbb.com.

• Alternative: Toyota 4 Runner. This 2008 Toyota stalwart won the J.D. Power reliability award and is rated much better than average as a used car in the Consumer Reports ratings, where readers reported no serious problems. Reviewers praise its capability both on the highway and off-road. The 2008 4Runner SR5 version is selling at about $27,730.

Large SUV: Ford Expedition

Even if you need large-capacity hauling and can ignore the lame mileage numbers (the Expedition is rated at 12 mpg in city driving, 18 highway), look elsewhere. The big boy of the Ford SUV line (whose model names all start with the letter ‘E’) gets the minimum two circles from J.D. Power and a worse-than-average Consumer Reports rating, where readers report problems with the transmission and the audio system.

The used 2008 Expedition sells for $23,530 in the XLT version, according to kbb.com.

• Alternative: Toyota Sequoia. In a category with no clear winner, the Toyota entry again looks like the best bet. It gets four out of five circles in the J.D. Power rating and an above-average rating from Consumer Reports. Reviewers praise its roomy seating and comfortable ride for long highway trips. The 2008 Sequoia SR5 version is selling at $31,265 at dealerships.

Minivan: Chrysler Town & Country

Chrysler originated the minivan and in most years has sold more than other companies. But sometime around 2008, manufacturing quality began to lag.

This Chrysler van got the minimum two circles from J.D. Power and a much-worse-than-average used-car rating from Consumer Reports. Readers there reported problems with the suspension, brakes, climate system and power equipment. The 2008 Town & Country LX version is selling at about $16,000 from dealerships.

• Alternative: Toyota Sienna. As it did last year, the Sienna wins the reliability award for minivans from J.D. Power, and it gets a better-than-average rating from Consumer Reports. Reviewers praise its comfort and seating; it holds up to eight people. The Sienna CE version is selling for an average $20,130, according to kbb.com.
  
  Despite Toyota’s recent recall problems and lagging sales this year, its dominance of numerous categories in three-year-old used cars is a reminder of what a strong record of reliability it has achieved. Domestic companies certainly should not count out Toyota as a strong competitor.

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Car Shipping to Colorado

Paragon Auto Transport is the number one auto shipper in Colorado. We offer door to door and fully insured service to every city in Colorado. Whether you are shipping a car to Denver or moving a truck to Colorado Springs, Paragon Transport can deliver. Our open auto shipping service is perfect for cars, trucks, and even ATVs that need to be transported to Colorado.
Paragon Auto Transport has over 7 years of car hauling experience. Our staff is trained and knowledgeable in all areas of auto transport. We also offer enclosed auto shipping to Colorado. Our specialized enclosed car hauling division is equipped to transport any type of luxury,exotic or classic car to and from Colorado. Each enclosed auto transport truck is equipped with a lift gate system and soft tie downs to ensure your car is well taken care of, as well as up to one million dollars in cargo insurance coverage.
If you are looking for an honest and reliable auto shipper to ship your car to or from Colorado, Paragon Transport is the car shipping company for you. Getting a quote is easy, you can call, text or email us to get your personalized car shipping quote today. 832-830-5555 info@paragonautotransport.com

Onboard Computers Are Gaining Acceptance Among Truck Drivers After Initial Skepticism

  Onboard computers, which many drivers and fleet managers greeted with much skepticism when they were introduced, have become a popular in-cab device, according to several users. The onboard computers help drivers plan routes, find truck stops, and better communicate with customers.
 Technology is changing just about every aspect of our lives these days, although some resist trying to keep up, it can help, as the truck drivers are seeing first hand. Anything that helps get our products and services to use safer, quicker and more efficient, I am all for it.
                                              

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Auto Transport Reviews in Car Shipping

 Transport reviews are a customers best friend. When searching for an auto transport company to ship your car, you should be sure to do your research on the auto transporters you are choosing from. With so many car shipping companies to choose from, auto transport reviews will help you distinguish which car shippers are qualified to ship your car.
 Car shipping prices will be all over the place, the auto transport reviews will help you see which carriers are not rated well and which are rated 5 stars. The cheap car shipping quotes you receive could mean the car shipper is not rated very well, you get what you pay for in this case. So, the extra $100 by a 5 star rated auto transport company, could save you time and money in the long run.

  Paragon Transport is a 5 star rated auto transport company. Our years in the business has helped us develop into one of the nation's top auto transport companies. The customers needs and best interest are our  number one priority. Auto Shipping Excellence.
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Diesel Jumps 10¢ to $3.987, in Largest Increase in 7 Months

U.S. retail diesel prices jumped last week, as the national average gained 10 cents a gallon to $3.987, the largest weekly increase in more than seven months, the Department of Energy reported.

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Porsche stolen in 1986 found on container ship headed to the Netherlands

After a man's red Porsche was stolen in Las Vegas in 1986, he had given up on finding the sports car, claimed the insurance money, and moved on with his life.

The man, Peter O'Toole, received quite the blast from the past when he found out that the car was found on a container ship in California bound for the Netherlands.

Now living in Oregon where he owns a construction company, Mr O'Toole hadn't thought much about his red sports car of yesteryear since he claimed the insurance money for the used car he bought from a German man for $17,000.

Quite the ride: This 1976 Porsche was stolen in Las Vegas in 1986 and found in October aboard a container ship leaving Los Angeles headed for the Netherlands

'I wasn't even a sports car guy, but I loved that car,' he told AOL Autos. 'I was a cool dad in that car.'

When he bought the car, Mr O'Toole was living in Las Vegas, working as a pit boss at the Barbary Coast casino. The car was stolen the evening of November 24, 1986 as Mr O'Toole went in for a workout at his local gym.

Fast forward a quarter of a century, and shipyard officials realized the car was one of 24 stolen cars on the same ship.

Given inflation and the increased value that comes with the age of the car, Mr O'Toole's former ride is now worth $27,000.

Raking up the miles: Since it was stolen in Las Vegas, the car has covered much of the United States in the past 25 years

The container held a total of 100 cars with varying issues: 24 were stolen like Mr O'Toole's, 63 were undeclared, seven had lower valuations than necessary and six had false documentation.

The total value of the questionable cars on board rings in at roughly $1.8million.

While it may look the same on the outside, the Porsche that Mr O'Toole used to call his own has changed over the years.

Since it was stolen, it has been registered in  Florida, Washington, and New Jersey.

(Also, when found on the boat, it was missing it's engine. If found with the engine, the collector's car would have been worth over $80,000, but it is thought that a new engine could be installed in Europe to allow for higher driving speeds.)

Though the car was found in the Los Angeles Long Beach ship yard on October 25, Mr O'Toole had not been notified of it's discovery until a reporter from AOL Autos rang him for the story.

'Really?' Mr O'Toole said when hearing of the find.

'I'm going to go look this up,' he said


Read more: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2062976/Porsche-stolen-1986-container-ship-headed-Netherlands.html#ixzz1e44c8wiY


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Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 gets $54,995 base price

The high-performance Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 will carry a base sticker price of $54,995 including shipping charges when it goes on sale next spring as a 2012 model.
That's more than double the sticker price of a base 2012 Camaro coupe, which starts at $24,100 including shipping charges, and more than a base 2012 Chevrolet Corvette coupe, which starts at $50,500.
The 2012 Camaro ZL1 packs a supercharged 6.2-liter V8 rated at 580 hp and 556 lb-ft of torque. Chevrolet says the car has a top speed of 184 mph and makes the run from 0 to 60 mph in 3.9 seconds. The Camaro ZL1 is set up for track use and includes coolers for the engine, transmission and differential fluids and cooling ducts for the brakes. Also standard is a suspension that uses electrically charged fluid to rapidly change damper stiffness.
Chevrolet said pricing for the Camaro ZL1 convertible will be released later.
Earlier on Tuesday, Ford said the 2013 Mustang Shelby GT500 will get 650 hp from its supercharged 5.8-liter V8--another salvo in the muscle-car wars.

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2013 Ford Mustang grabs the spotlight at Los Angeles auto show

  With a range-topping 650 hp, an alternative rock band and Carroll Shelby, the updated lineup of the 2013 Ford Mustang officially debuted on Tuesday night in Los Angeles at a glitzy event the night before the West Coast's spotlight auto show.
The Shelby GT500 was the star attraction, even with the blindingly yellow Boss 302 and convertible variants alongside. With an increase of 100 hp, the latest edition of the GT500 won praise even from its legendary namesake.
"I think it's the greatest Mustang that's ever been built," the 88-year-old legend told the crowd at the Belasco Theater in Los Angeles, after being introduced by Ford sales and marketing chief Jim Farley.
But he didn't stop there, effusing, "I've always been asked, 'What is your favorite car?' and I've always replied, 'The next one.' "
"Well, I'm taking that back tonight. This is my favorite car."
Ford revealed the refreshed version of the Mustang hours before the L.A. auto show kicked off, complete with a performance by alt rockers the Bravery.
Cosmetic upgrades to the Mustang line include a snarkier front end, HID headlights accented with LED strips and sequential taillights that flash in tandem with the turn signals. Additionally, the 5.0-liter GT now makes 420 hp, up from the current 412-hp output.

With a range-topping 650 hp, an alternative rock band and Carroll Shelby, the updated lineup of the 2013 Ford Mustang officially debuted on Tuesday night in Los Angeles at a glitzy event the night before the West Coast's spotlight auto show.
The Shelby GT500 was the star attraction, even with the blindingly yellow Boss 302 and convertible variants alongside. With an increase of 100 hp, the latest edition of the GT500 won praise even from its legendary namesake.
"I think it's the greatest Mustang that's ever been built," the 88-year-old legend told the crowd at the Belasco Theater in Los Angeles, after being introduced by Ford sales and marketing chief Jim Farley.
But he didn't stop there, effusing, "I've always been asked, 'What is your favorite car?' and I've always replied, 'The next one.' "
"Well, I'm taking that back tonight. This is my favorite car."
Ford revealed the refreshed version of the Mustang hours before the L.A. auto show kicked off, complete with a performance by alt rockers the Bravery.
Cosmetic upgrades to the Mustang line include a snarkier front end, HID headlights accented with LED strips and sequential taillights that flash in tandem with the turn signals. Additionally, the 5.0-liter GT now makes 420 hp, up from the current 412-hp output.



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Tracking device leads to Nigeria car theft ring in Houston

A hit on a LoJack device from a stolen Honda by a state trooper driving over the Ship Channel bridge led to the bust of an international car theft ring at the Port of Houston, KHOU-TV (Channel 11) is reporting.

“We located the signal from a container yard where there were probably 40 to 50 containers being stacked,” said Senior Officer Jim Woods with the Houston Police Department.
With help from the Port of Houston Police and U.S. Customs and Border Protection, one by one, the containers were taken down. A few hours later the car was found tightly packed and ready to be shipped to Nigeria.
The discovery of the stolen vehicle at the port turned out to be just the tip of the iceberg. … HPD had stumbled on to a sophisticated auto theft ring.

It turned out the cars had been stolen by a man who posed as a car buyer in Dallas. He would take a car for a test drive and never return.
KHOU reported the person connected with the shipment is from Garland, Texas, but is not cooperating with authorities.