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How to Ship Your Motorhome Overseas: Prep, Destinations, Permits
By Alex Naumov on December 31, 2025 at 4:00 AM
International motorhome travel has become more common as RV owners decide one continent is not enough—they want to camp along the cliffs of Ireland, follow wine routes in France, explore Australian beaches, or chase Patagonia sunsets in their own home‑on‑wheels. The challenge is getti …
Cargo Damage Protection & Risk Management for Heavy Equipment
By Alex Naumov on December 31, 2025 at 4:00 AM
Heavy machinery is capital, not just freight. A single excavator, crane, or mining truck can represent a seven‑figure investment—and if it is damaged or delayed on the way to Guatemala, the impact hits both your budget and your project schedule. This article explains how cargo damage …
Guatemala Heavy Machinery Import Rules: Duties, IVA, Compliance
By Alex Naumov on December 30, 2025 at 11:14 AM
Getting heavy machinery into Guatemala is not just about booking ocean freight. Import rules around customs valuation, duties, IVA, and documentation can easily add weeks of delay and thousands of dollars in extra cost if they are misunderstood. This guide distills the key regulatory …
Container vs RoRo to Guatemala: Best Method for Heavy Machinery
By Alex Naumov on December 30, 2025 at 11:09 AM
Choosing between container and RoRo is one of the most important decisions you make when shipping heavy machinery from the USA to Guatemala. It shapes how well your equipment is protected, which ports you can use, how flexible your schedule is, and what you ultimately pay door to door …
Heavy Machinery Shipping to Guatemala: Container vs RoRo, Rules & Risk
By Alex Naumov on December 30, 2025 at 11:06 AM
Shipping heavy machinery into Guatemala is no longer just about finding a vessel and loading a machine. Contractors, fleet managers, and project owners are expected to hit tight mobilization dates, respect local regulations, and protect large capital assets in transit. The biggest lev …
Motorcycle Shipping Quotes Explained Line‑by‑Line
By Alex Naumov on December 23, 2025 at 8:13 AM
Most international motorcycle quotes arrive as a single number and a vague description like “port to port” or “door to door.” That top‑line figure hides a stack of different services, fees, and risk decisions. If you do not understand them, you cannot compare offers—or spot where a “c …
UK Classic & Specialty Cars US Buyers Can’t Find Locally
By Alex Naumov on December 22, 2025 at 11:43 AM
The UK remains one of the richest hunting grounds for US buyers chasing cars they simply cannot source at home: right‑hand‑drive icons, European homologation specials, niche JDM imports, and future‑classic EVs. The challenge is not finding them—it is moving them across borders, timeli …
UK Shipping Timelines & Consolidation Scheduling Explained
By Alex Naumov on December 22, 2025 at 11:43 AM
UK export timelines are rarely delayed by the ship itself. More often, they stretch because of consolidation: waiting for other vehicles, documents, and port cut‑offs to line up with a specific sailing. Understanding how consolidation is scheduled—day by day—lets you plan imports from …
UK Car & Motorcycle Shipping Timelines, Markets & Quotes Guide
By Alex Naumov on December 22, 2025 at 11:42 AM
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UK Shipping Timelines: How Consolidation Scheduling Actually Works Shipping from the UK is often sold as “about a month door to door,” but that headline hides two very different timing forces: published ocean schedules and real-world consolidation windows. Understanding those two cloc …
Shipping Cars From Amelia, ModaMiami & Mecum 2026
By Alex Naumov on December 17, 2025 at 11:35 AM
Why 2026 Florida Events Matter for Global Buyers Florida is one of the biggest early‑year hubs for collector activity in 2026, with Amelia (Concours & Auctions), ModaMiami, and Mecum Kissimmee creating a three‑month run of high‑value buying opportunities for international collecto …
How To Ship Cars From Mecum Kissimmee 2026
By Alex Naumov on December 17, 2025 at 11:34 AM
Step 1: Plan What You Want from Mecum Kissimmee Mecum Kissimmee 2026 is promoted as the world’s largest collector car auction, with around 4,500 vehicles expected to be showcased at Osceola Heritage Park across nearly two weeks. That scale lets international buyers treat Kissimmee as …
How To Ship Cars From ModaMiami 2026
By Alex Naumov on December 17, 2025 at 11:33 AM
Step 1: Decide What You’re Buying at ModaMiami ModaMiami 2026 brings together hundreds of cars at The Biltmore Hotel in Coral Gables, with RM Sotheby’s curating a catalog heavy on modern exotics and blue‑chip collectibles. Before you arrive, define your target list: do you want one he …
How To Ship Cars From Amelia 2026: International Buyer Guide
By Alex Naumov on December 17, 2025 at 11:32 AM
Step 1: Build Your Amelia 2026 Target List Amelia 2026 brings together The Amelia Concours d’Elegance and several high‑end auctions on a compact North Florida island. In a single long weekend you can see pre‑war greats, period race cars, blue‑chip European sports cars, and modern supe …
What To Watch For When Buying A Used Car From The USA
By Alex Naumov on December 16, 2025 at 12:40 PM
Buying a used car from the USA opens access to exceptional value, rare models, and inventory that may not exist in your home market—but it also requires careful scrutiny to avoid costly mistakes that distance and unfamiliarity can create. Whether you're an international buyer targetin …
Best Ways To Buy Cars From The USA Abroad: Dealers, Auctions, Broke
By Alex Naumov on December 16, 2025 at 12:33 PM
Buying a car from the USA while living abroad gives you access to an enormous range of vehicles: American muscle, JDM legends, European classics, and late‑model daily drivers that may be rare or overpriced in your local market. In many cases, sourcing directly from the U.S. can be che …
Copart vs IAA Comparison for Salvage Car Importers
By Alex Naumov on December 12, 2025 at 9:03 AM
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Copart vs. IAA: A Salvage Auction Showdown for International Buyers For professional salvage car importers and buyers in key global markets like Georgia, Poland, Germany, Netherlands, Ukraine, Ghana, Lithuania, and the UAE, selecting the right auction partner is crucial. Copart and IA …
Europe Port Delays 2025: Car Shipping Impact & Solutions
By Alex Naumov on December 12, 2025 at 9:01 AM
European port congestion has returned as a significant disruptor to international car shipping in December 2025, with the continent's three largest automotive gateways—Rotterdam, Hamburg, and Antwerp—experiencing vessel delays, terminal capacity constraints, and inland transport bottl …
Best Japan Car Auction Sites: Import Guide To The USA 2025 | WCS
By Alex Naumov on December 11, 2025 at 9:12 AM
For American automotive enthusiasts, Japan represents the ultimate source for JDM (Japanese Domestic Market) vehicles—from legendary Nissan Skyline GT-Rs and Toyota Supras to rare Honda NSXs and Mazda RX-7s that never reached US shores in their original specifications. Whether you're …
Best Netherlands Car Auction Sites: Import Guide To The USA | WCS
By Alex Naumov on December 8, 2025 at 12:37 PM
For American automotive enthusiasts, the Netherlands offers a compelling marketplace for European vehicles—from classic Volvos and Saabs that entered through Dutch ports decades ago, to rare European‑spec performance cars and unique Dutch‑market models rarely seen in the United States …
Best France Car Auction Sites: 2025 Import Guide To The USA | WCS
By Alex Naumov on December 8, 2025 at 12:35 PM
For American automotive enthusiasts, France offers a unique marketplace of vehicles rarely seen on US roads—from classic Citroëns and Peugeots to rare Renault Sport models and Alpine sports cars. Whether you're hunting for a vintage French icon eligible under the 25‑year rule, a Europ …
Best UK Vehicle Auction Sites for US Importers (2025 Guide)
By Alex Naumov on December 8, 2025 at 12:33 PM
For U.S. buyers, the UK remains one of the most reliable sources for distinctive vehicles—ranging from 25-year-eligible classics and rare Land Rovers to performance models and Japan-origin cars that entered Europe years ago. Understanding which UK vehicle auction sites to use, includi …
Kei Cars And U.S. Imports: What It Means For Car Shipping | WCS
By Alex Naumov on December 4, 2025 at 12:25 PM
Information current as of December 4, 2025. The automotive world is buzzing after a surprising development that could reshape how kei cars are viewed in the United States. According to recent reports, President Donald Trump has signaled support for kei-style vehicles in the U.S., inst …