25-Year Rule for US Car Imports 2026: Complete Classic Import Guide
By Alex Naumov on October 20, 2025 at 5:09 PM
Updated October 22, 2026, with the Section 301 duty rates in force since July 24, 2026, the fiscal 2027 processing fees and the 2001 builds now turning 25. For a car built 25 years ago, US safety compliance costs nothing. For a car built 24 years ago, it can cost more than the car, if …
How Much Does It Cost To Import A Car From The UK To The US In 2026?
By Alex Naumov on October 14, 2025 at 10:26 AM
Understanding how much does it cost to import a car from the United Kingdom is one of the first questions buyers ask -- and the answer varies significantly depending on the vehicle's age, the applicable duty scenario, and compliance requirements. The United Kingdom remains a popular s …
How Much Does It Cost To Import A Car From Italy To The US In 2026?
By Alex Naumov on October 14, 2025 at 10:26 AM
For buyers researching how much does it cost to import a car from Italy, the answer depends on vehicle age, tariff classification, and whether the model qualifies for the 25-year exemption. Italy is a prestige source for U.S. imports -- from Ferrari and Lamborghini to Alfa Romeo, Mase …
How Much Does It Cost to Import a Car from Germany to the US in 2026?
By Alex Naumov on October 13, 2025 at 3:40 PM
Germany is one of the most popular sources for U.S. imports, think classic BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Porsche, Audi, thanks to build quality and deep parts support. If you are asking how much does it cost to import a car from Germany, the short answer is $2,750 to $3,350 in ocean freight, 2. …
How Much Does It Cost to Import a Car to the US? Country-by-Country Guide
By Alex Naumov on October 13, 2025 at 10:08 AM
Importing a car to the United States involves significant costs beyond just international shipping, including customs duties, tariffs introduced in April 2025, fees, taxes, and compliance modifications that vary dramatically by country of origin and vehicle specifications. Understandi …
2025 US Car Exports: Top Destinations & Shipping Trends
By Alex Naumov on October 3, 2025 at 7:35 AM
Containerized car exports from the US are up 17% in January to July 2025. Read our latest car export report to see where American cars are going and the changing demands per country and region for cars from the US.
Guatemala Import Duties & Taxes Calculator: 2026 Car Guide
By Alex Naumov on October 3, 2025 at 7:35 AM
Guatemala is a short sailing from the US Gulf and East Coast, and most used cars we ship there go to Puerto Barrios on the Caribbean side. Guatemala was the destination on 44 export quote requests we received in the 12 months to November 2026. This guide covers what we can price and w …
Shipping A Car To Honduras: Complete 2026 Import Guide
By Alex Naumov on September 30, 2025 at 11:35 AM
Importing a vehicle to Honduras requires navigating a comprehensive regulatory framework that includes age restrictions, documentation requirements, and tax calculations. With Honduras's established 10-year age limit for most vehicles and participation in CAFTA-DR trade agreements, un …
How To Calculate Duties & Taxes When Importing A Car To Panama
By Alex Naumov on September 29, 2025 at 12:24 PM
Calculating duties and taxes for Panama car imports involves understanding multiple tax components, variable duty rates, and complex valuation methods that can significantly impact your total import costs. With import duties ranging from 15-25%, ITBMS tax at 7%, and potential luxury t …
Importing a Vehicle into the United States: Updated 2026 Policy Guide
By Alex Naumov on September 26, 2025 at 9:02 AM
Importing a Car into the U.S. in 2026: Section 232 Tariffs, Reciprocal Duties, and Classic Car Exemptions