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Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear Import Guide: Japan's Adventure Van
By Alex Naumov on April 10, 2026 at 12:39 PM
The Delica Space Gear fills a gap in the American vehicle market that no new vehicle currently addresses: a full-height passenger van with genuine four-wheel drive, a front-mounted engine, and enough interior space to sleep two adults without a tent. If you are already in love with th …
Importing Japanese 4x4s and Off-Road Vehicles: Complete Guide
By Alex Naumov on April 10, 2026 at 12:27 PM
Japan's domestic 4x4 market produced vehicles that the US never officially received, not because they were inferior, but because American buyer preferences and Japanese domestic engineering priorities diverged sharply during the years these trucks were built. The result is a category …
Importing JDM SUVs and Trucks to the USA: Models and Use Cases
By Alex Naumov on April 10, 2026 at 12:20 PM
The JDM import market spent decades dominated by sports cars, Skylines, Supras, NSXs and that era is not over. But something has shifted. A growing share of buyers looking at JDM cars are moving past the coupes and toward the trucks, vans, and 4x4s that Japan built for its own domesti …
Moving to France from the USA: Carte Grise, RTI, and Crit'Air Guide
By Alex Naumov on April 9, 2026 at 12:21 PM
France has a reputation for administrative complexity, and vehicle imports are no exception. For anyone moving to France from the USA with a personal car, getting that vehicle onto French roads involves a technical approval process, an anti-pollution classification system, a customs e …
Moving to the UK from the USA with Your Car: DVLA & Import Guide
By Alex Naumov on April 9, 2026 at 12:19 PM
Shipping a car to the UK as part of a relocation is entirely doable, but it requires more upfront planning than most people expect. The paperwork sequencing matters, the timing of your import duty claim is unforgiving, and the right-hand drive question needs an honest answer before an …
Moving to Portugal with Your Car on a D7 or Golden Visa Guide
By Alex Naumov on April 9, 2026 at 12:17 PM
Portugal has quietly become one of the most popular destinations for Americans, and the D7 passive income visa and the Golden Visa program are a big part of why. It is worth noting upfront that Portugal restructured its Golden Visa in 2023, abolishing real estate and capital transfer …
Moving to Germany from the USA: 6-Month Car Shipping Plan
By Alex Naumov on April 9, 2026 at 12:15 PM
Moving to Germany from the USA with your personal vehicle is one of the more demanding international shipping scenarios -- not because Germany is hostile to imports, but because its technical and emissions standards leave little room for guesswork. The good news is that Americans do t …
Moving to Spain from USA: Car Shipping & Import Timeline Guide
By Alex Naumov on April 9, 2026 at 12:14 PM
Moving to Spain from the USA with your personal vehicle is entirely doable but the timeline is tighter than most expats expect, and a few missteps early on can cost you the duty-free exemption entirely. This guide covers everything you need to know: the legal framework, the month-by-m …
Moving to Europe from USA: Car Shipping Timeline for Expats
By Alex Naumov on April 9, 2026 at 12:11 PM
Relocating to Europe with your personal vehicle is absolutely possible, but the paperwork, import rules, and compliance requirements differ country by country, sometimes dramatically. This guide walks through what to expect in five of the most popular destinations for American expats, …
Race Car Shipping in Volume: How Shipping 5+ Cars Changes Costs
By Alex Naumov on April 8, 2026 at 2:10 PM
Shipping one race car overseas is already a project. Shipping five or more at once is something else entirely. The economics, the planning and the way you use containers all change when you move from a single car to a full team shipment. Understanding how volume affects race car shipp …
ATA Carnet for Race Car Shipping: Why Race Teams Need It
By Alex Naumov on April 8, 2026 at 2:09 PM
Shipping a race car overseas is not just about getting the car onto a ship. It is about crossing borders with a complete package of tools, wheels, spares and support equipment, then bringing everything home again without triggering full import taxes each time. That is where the ATA Ca …
Race Car Shipping: What You Can Ship With Your Race Car
By Alex Naumov on April 8, 2026 at 2:08 PM
What Counts as Race Car Shipping Race car shipping is more than moving a vehicle from point A to point B. It is about transporting a competition machine, supporting equipment, and often an entire track‑day or race weekend in one move.
War with Iran Ceasefire: Diesel Risk, Inflation & Global Car Shipping
By Alex Naumov on April 8, 2026 at 12:17 PM
War with Iran and Diesel Risk A conditional two‑week ceasefire between the US and Iran, under which Iran will allow safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz, has eased immediate pressure on energy markets but has not removed the underlying risk. According to recent BBC reporting on t …
OCONUS Meaning For Your Car: Military PCS Vehicle Guide
By Alex Naumov on April 7, 2026 at 10:09 AM
Most service members can repeat “OCONUS means outside the continental United States” on day one. What is less obvious is what that acronym does to your car, your entitlements and your shipping options.
Can I Ship Two POVs On A PCS? Dual‑Car Military Family Guide
By Alex Naumov on April 7, 2026 at 9:54 AM
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Many military families rely on two vehicles. One might be a family SUV, the other a compact commuter. When PCS orders arrive, the obvious question follows. Will the military ship both POVs, or do you have to choose.
What Counts As A POV In The Military For PCS Car Shipping
By Alex Naumov on April 7, 2026 at 9:45 AM
When PCS orders arrive, the acronyms come fast. POV sits near the top of that list, and understanding it early can save you time, stress and money.
Military POV & OCONUS Car Shipping: PCS Guide 2026
By Alex Naumov on April 7, 2026 at 9:10 AM
PCS orders always bring a lot of moving parts. You have to think about dates, housing, family routines and paperwork, often all at once. Right behind those decisions comes a more practical concern. What happens to your cars.
2001 Suzuki Carry Kei Truck: 25‑Year Import & Shipping Guide
By Alex Naumov on April 6, 2026 at 1:35 PM
The Suzuki Carry is one of the most recognisable kei trucks in Japan. Compact dimensions, simple engineering and low running costs made it a staple on farms, construction sites and in small businesses for decades.
Early 2001 Ferrari 360 Modena: 25‑Year Import & Shipping Guide
By Alex Naumov on April 6, 2026 at 1:34 PM
For many enthusiasts, the early 2000s Ferrari 360 Modena is the first “modern” Ferrari that still feels like a classic. Aluminium chassis, naturally aspirated V8, gated manual options and relatively usable ergonomics make it a realistic candidate for spirited road use rather than a st …
2001 Nissan Skyline R34: 25‑Year Import & Shipping Guide
By Alex Naumov on April 6, 2026 at 1:32 PM
For many JDM enthusiasts, a 2001 Nissan Skyline is not just another classic. It is the moment where the R34 era truly opens up under the 25‑year rule and moves from dream status into a realistic import plan.
Iran War Day 37: Hormuz Deadline Ends, Bab al-Mandeb Threats
By Alex Naumov on April 6, 2026 at 10:56 AM
Tehran has rejected President Trump’s latest Tuesday deadline to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, making clear it will not trade a short-term ceasefire for access through the chokepoint. At the same time, Iranian officials are now openly talking about the possibility of disrupting Bab al‑ …
Non‑Running European Project Cars: 2026 Shipping Guide
By Alex Naumov on April 6, 2026 at 10:13 AM
Finding a European barn‑find that does not run can feel like winning and losing at the same time. The car might be rare, correctly priced and exactly what you wanted, yet it will not start, steer properly or even roll without help.
Top European Ports for US Car Imports in 2026
By Alex Naumov on April 6, 2026 at 10:08 AM
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Choosing the right European port is one of the most underrated levers in any Europe to USA car import plan. Two cars with the same purchase price can end up with very different landed costs simply because one left from the wrong port at the wrong time.
Bring Your European Daily Driver to the USA in 2026
By Alex Naumov on April 6, 2026 at 10:05 AM
Relocating from Europe to the United States comes with enough moving pieces already. Deciding what to do with your European daily driver can feel like one decision too many.
Europe to USA Car Imports 2026: Daily Drivers, Ports, Projects
By Alex Naumov on April 6, 2026 at 10:03 AM
Relocating from Europe to the USA or returning home after a few years abroad often raises the same question. Should you bring your European daily driver with you, or is it smarter to sell locally and buy again in the States.
Japan to USA Car Shipping: Ports, Timelines, Container vs RoRo
By Alex Naumov on April 3, 2026 at 2:30 PM
Shipping a car from Japan to the USA is no longer an obscure process reserved for specialists. The routes are well established, pricing is easier to benchmark, and there are enough recent JDM imports on US roads to prove it works.
Japanese Export Certificate & Deregistration: Guide for US Imports
By Alex Naumov on April 3, 2026 at 1:30 PM
Buying a car in Japan is only half the story. The part that actually decides whether your JDM import clears a US port cleanly is the paperwork that follows, especially the Japanese export certificate and the de-registration process behind it.
1999 JDM Imports Now Legal: 2024–2026 Models, Values, Eligibility
By Alex Naumov on April 2, 2026 at 2:45 PM
For a long time, certain JDM legends were talked about more than they were actually seen on US roads. The 25‑year rule has started to change that in a very visible way.
1999 JDM Imports, Japan–USA Shipping & Export Paperwork
By Alex Naumov on April 2, 2026 at 2:30 PM
Japanese domestic market cars have moved from niche curiosity to a mainstream part of the US classic landscape. The 25-year rule has turned once-unobtainable JDM hero cars into realistic imports, provided you choose models that are actually legal and plan the logistics correctly.
Iran War Day 32: IRGC Threatens US Firms, Kharg Island & Shipping
By Alex Naumov on April 1, 2026 at 12:38 PM
The Iran war has entered a new and potentially more volatile phase as the IRGC issues a 24-hour ultimatum threatening to attack US corporate facilities across the Gulf, while Kharg Island, Iran's primary oil export terminal moves closer to the center of the conflict. For global contai …
Grey Market Car Import Restrictions: What Can't Enter the USA
By Alex Naumov on April 1, 2026 at 11:29 AM
The term "grey market" tends to carry an air of mystery, as though it describes a single thing rather than a broad category of situations. In practice, it simply refers to vehicles that were built for one market and imported into another where they were never officially certified or s …
Pre-Purchase Inspection in Europe Before USA Car Shipment
By Alex Naumov on April 1, 2026 at 11:23 AM
Buying a European car remotely and shipping it to the US is an entirely workable process. Many buyers accomplish this successfully, and the logistics involved are well-established. But it comes with one risk that no amount of seller communication or photograph review fully eliminates: …
1970s European Sports Cars: Import to USA, Costs & Value
By Alex Naumov on April 1, 2026 at 11:06 AM
Few categories in the classic car world generate as much sustained interest as European sports cars from the 1970s. They represent the last era of largely analogue engineering before emissions mandates, fuel crises, and safety legislation began to fundamentally reshape what manufactur …
1970s European Sports Cars, Import Restrictions & Inspection
By Alex Naumov on April 1, 2026 at 11:01 AM
Importing a European car to the US is rarely a single conversation. It is a series of overlapping decisions: which car to target, whether that car is actually in the condition the seller describes, and whether it can legally enter the country at all.