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Ship a Rally Car: Race, Import, or World Rally Event
By Alex Naumov on July 11, 2025 at 9:09 AM
Rally legends are built on daring stages and tight schedules—none of which matter if the rally car never reaches the start line. This in-depth guide shows teams, privateers, and collectors how to ship, import, and clear a purpose-built race machine for any world rally destination with …
Japan–U.S. Auto Tariffs: How OEM Price Cuts Impact Car Shipping | WCS
By Dmitriy Shibarshin on July 10, 2025 at 1:03 PM
Japan’s top automakers have taken an aggressive step to protect their U.S. market share—cutting factory-gate prices on exported vehicles by nearly 20 percent after Washington’s 25 percent tariff hike. While the headlines focus on consumer sticker prices, the deeper story is how these …
Japan–U.S. Auto Trade Talks 2025: Impact on Car Shipping | WCS
By Dmitriy Shibarshin on July 10, 2025 at 12:57 PM
Japan’s decision to continue trade talks with the United States—announced this week by Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba—could realign trans-Pacific auto flows, tariff structures, and shipping capacity for years to come. For West Coast Shipping (WCS) and our global clients, understanding …
Ship Your Classic Car Overseas: Sell Classic Cars Guide
By Felix Cater on July 8, 2025 at 12:51 PM
Selling a classic car overseas has never been more profitable or accessible than it is today. With global demand for American classics, vintage muscle cars, and rare collector vehicles reaching new heights, international buyers are actively seeking quality examples that may be common …
Shipping Container Shortage: Impact on Container Ship Transport
By Alex Naumov on July 8, 2025 at 10:54 AM
The shipping container shortage that erupted during the pandemic is still disrupting global supply chains, inflating shipping costs, and forcing businesses—especially those in the auto trade—to rethink logistics. From Asia to North America, importers and exporters continue to grapple …
Moving With a Vehicle to Netherlands
By Monica Mena on July 8, 2025 at 7:01 AM
Moving to the Netherlands permanently? You could save thousands of euros by importing your personal vehicle completely tax-free under the Netherlands' "removal goods" program. This comprehensive guide explains how qualifying residents can bring one or several vehicles to the Netherlan …
Moving With a Vehicle to Poland
By Dan Burkandt on July 8, 2025 at 7:00 AM
Moving to Poland permanently? You could potentially save thousands of euros by importing your personal vehicle completely tax-free under Poland's "removal goods" program. This comprehensive guide walks you through everything you need to know about qualifying for duty-free vehicle impo …
Car Shipping Scams: Tips to Spot a Classic Car Scam
By Alex Naumov on July 8, 2025 at 6:37 AM
Shipping a classic car overseas should be an exciting milestone—not an expensive nightmare. Unfortunately, car shipping scams have surged alongside the booming classic-car market, targeting buyers, sellers, and owners eager to ship their prized vehicles across borders. This guide reve …
International Classic Car Shipping For Show & Display
By Alex Naumov on July 8, 2025 at 4:30 AM
Moving collectible cars across borders for exhibition, auction, or display purposes requires specialized expertise beyond ordinary auto transport. The Show and Display exemption opens doors for historically significant vehicles to enter markets worldwide, but the process demands metic …