UK Harley-Davidson Import Guide: MSVA, IVA & DVLA Registration
By Alex Naumov on January 27, 2026 at 7:42 AM
Importing a Harley-Davidson into the United Kingdom has become more complex in the post-Brexit era, particularly for modern models registered in the EU or purchased directly from the United States. Whether you are bringing a U.S.-spec Harley through Motorcycle Single Vehicle Approval, …
Cambodia Car Tax Codes Explained for Importers
By Alex Naumov on January 26, 2026 at 10:01 AM
If you are planning to ship cars into Cambodia, understanding how taxes are calculated is just as important as finding a good purchase price or freight rate. Cambodia uses a layered tax system that can more than double the cost of some conventional vehicles—but is much more favorable …
Ghana Motorcycle Duties 2026: Tema Cost Calculator Guide
By Alex Naumov on January 22, 2026 at 9:59 AM
Bringing a motorcycle into Ghana in 2026 means budgeting for more than just ocean freight. The real cost driver at Tema Port is how Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) calculates duties and taxes on HS 8711 motorcycles, using a layered structure of import duty, VAT, levies, and fees. This a …
Thailand's 30-Year Rule: Classic Car Import Guide & Shipping Costs
By Alex Naumov on January 6, 2026 at 4:00 AM
Thailand’s decision to open a structured pathway for importing vintage vehicles has reshaped what is possible for classic car collectors across Asia and beyond. Reports describe the earlier tax burden on imported classics as prohibitively high, with totals often cited at more than 200 …
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 …
Japan Car Auction Sites: How US Buyers Bid and Import | 2026
By Alex Naumov on December 11, 2025 at 9:12 AM
USS, the largest used-car auction group in Japan, took 1,887,810 cars on consignment at its 19 sites between April and September 2026 and sold 1,226,652 of them, a 65.0% contract rate (USS monthly data). That is the pond every JDM importer fishes in. Our view: the auction house you pi …
Ferrari 550 Maranello U.S. Import Guide: 25-Year Shipping Guide 2026
By Alex Naumov on November 26, 2025 at 10:13 AM
The Ferrari 550 Maranello brought the front-engine V12 grand tourer back to the heart of Ferrari’s lineup in the late 1990s. Produced from 1996 to 2001, the 550 Maranello revived a glorious formula—long hood, short deck, a gated manual gearbox, and a howling naturally aspirated V12—th …
Citroën Berlingo 25-Year Import: U.S. Shipping Guide
By Alex Naumov on November 25, 2025 at 10:13 AM
The Citroën Berlingo, first launched in 1996, redefined practical motoring in Europe with its innovative, van-derived design prioritizing space, versatility, and everyday usability. The Berlingo made waves with its boxy silhouette, sliding rear doors, and modular seating—a formula tha …
BMW 5-Series E39 25-Year Import: U.S. Shipping Guide
By Alex Naumov on November 25, 2025 at 10:13 AM
The BMW 5-Series E39, built from 1995 to 2003, has earned a reputation as one of the most balanced, engaging, and timeless sport sedans ever made. Boasting a chassis engineered by Joji Nagashima and leveraging increased use of aluminum and precise suspension geometry, the E39 combined …
Lotus Elise Serie 1 U.S. Import Guide: 25-Year Classic Roadster Shipping
By Alex Naumov on November 24, 2025 at 10:14 AM
The Lotus Elise Serie 1, built from 1996 to 2001, is a landmark in sports car design and a spiritual touchstone for driving purists. This groundbreaking roadster arrived during a time when lightweight engineering and pure analog feedback seemed a relic of the past. Its revolutionary b …