# Auto parts Selling auto parts online? Automate your shipping process with Starshipit. Save time, reduce freight costs, and deliver a premium experience – from heavy components to small accessories. Canonical URL: https://starshipit.com/auto-parts-shipping ### Shipping automation for auto parts Deliver the right auto parts on time, from spark plugs to body panels. Provide shops with accurate shipping times, so they have parts when they need them. Give your customers the delivery options they expect, and streamline every step of your auto parts shipping process, from checkout to final delivery. - [Start a 30-day free trial](https://app.starshipit.com/Dashboard/SignUp.aspx) - [Book demo](/book-an-appointment) ##### **Starshipit saves 30,000 retailers time and money on order fulfilment** ###### **Trusted by automotive and aftermarket brands worldwide** ### Princess Polly ### VRG GRL ### Meshki ### Lorna Jane ### Quiksilver ### LSKD ### Culture Kings ##### Starshipit benefits all departments ### Boost satisfaction across the business #### Ship all types of auto parts ### Your pit crew for complex shipping ##### **Hazardous materials? Handled.** Ship items like batteries, fluids, or airbags with confidence. Starshipit supports compliant labeling, carrier selection, and documentation for dangerous goods. ##### **Custom packaging rules** Auto-assign packaging based on item type, from wiper blades to full exhaust systems. Set rules for dimensional weight, multiple packages, and freight thresholds. ##### **Native carrier and platform integrations for auto parts** Integrate with eBay, Maropost, Australia Post, Border Express and more. Automate the shipping process for everything from lithium-ion batteries to fluids and shipping large car parts. ##### Optimise for performance ### Keep your fulfilment firing on all cylinders ##### **Save hours every week** Automatically import orders and assign them to different carriers, saving you from logging into carrier websites and copying order details. ##### **Keep your automotive shipping services costs down** Discover why businesses choose Starshipit to manage their auto parts [shipping costs](/shipping-costs). Get full control over your shipping rates (with no per-label fees), customise your checkout and create happier customers. ##### **Run detailed reports** Stay on top of your shipping performance with real-time carrier data and reporting. Make smarter decisions, reduce delays, and keep your customers coming back. ##### **Pick, pack and dispatch. Fast** Speed up your warehouse workflow with the Starshipit [mobile app](/mobile-fulfilment). Pick, pack and print orders, all on the go. Eliminate paperwork, reduce errors, and keep your team moving at pace. ##### Grow with confidence ### Turbocharge your growth, no stall-outs ##### **Expert setup and ongoing support** Get kick-start video calls to help you get set up, and expert shipping support as you scale. ##### **Multi-location fulfilment** Ship from stores with ease, or use distributed inventory and [3PL](/3pl) partners for faster delivery to garages and workshops. ##### **Want to ship car parts internationally or domestically?** Starshipit makes it easy to ship auto parts overseas and across town. Integrate with our network of carriers and automate everything from order pick-ups to adding the right HS codes and [customs documentation](/international-shipping). ## You know auto parts. We know shipping. Let’s talk. ### How to ship lithium batteries Learn how to safely ship lithium batteries with this practical guide covering classifications, packaging, documentation, and regulations – ideal for ecommerce businesses navigating complex [shipping rules](/fulfilment-automation) worldwide. ### How to calculate and reduce international shipping costs Our comprehensive guide to international shipping costs explores carrier pricing variables (including weight, dimensions, origin/destination) and offers strategies for cost control, rate comparison tools, and tips to streamline global logistics. ## Auto parts shipping FAQs ### Do some automotive parts need dangerous-goods shipping? Some automotive parts, including products with batteries or other regulated materials, may need dangerous-goods handling. Requirements vary by item, carrier, transport mode and destination. Starshipit supports dangerous-goods shipping with certain carriers, but you must confirm classification, packaging and carrier conditions before sending an order. [Read the dangerous-goods guidance.](https://support.starshipit.com/articles/9865634439183-dangerous-goods-in-starshipit) ### Can I automate carrier selection for auto parts orders? Yes. Shipping rules can help choose a carrier or service based on order details such as destination, parcel weight, dimensions or product type. This is useful when your catalogue includes a mix of small accessories and bulky parts. Test rules carefully against each carrier’s limits and service coverage. ### How can I manage bulky or multi-package auto parts orders? Record accurate parcel weight and dimensions, then choose a carrier service that accepts the item and destination. For multi-package orders, make sure every parcel is included before creating the shipment. Starshipit can store package data and supports multi-package shipments where the carrier integration allows it. [Learn how to set up packages and import dimensions.](https://support.starshipit.com/articles/206705413-set-up-packages-and-import-weights-and-dimensions) ### Why are accurate parcel dimensions important for auto parts shipping? Accurate parcel dimensions help you select an eligible service and produce a more reliable shipping quote or label. They are especially important for bulky, irregular or multi-package parts. Store and review package data before dispatch so your team can avoid avoidable rework or carrier exceptions.