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How the 1970s Oil Crisis Ended the Classic Muscle Car Era
By Dmitriy Shibarshin on May 3, 2025 at 9:25 AM
How the 1970s Oil Crisis Killed Classic Muscle Cars The 1970s oil crisis marked the end of the golden age of American muscle cars, transforming the automotive landscape from high-horsepower V8s to fuel-sipping compacts. This article explores how soaring gas prices, strict emissions re …
Keep Classic Cars On The Road: Why California Needs SB 712, "Leno's Law"
By Dmitriy Shibarshin on April 30, 2025 at 10:35 AM
California's vibrant car culture is an undeniable part of its identity, from Hollywood movie cars to Central Valley muscle and cruising lowriders. However, current regulations pose significant hurdles for enthusiasts wanting to preserve and enjoy automotive history.
Luxury Auto Parts: Car Part Tariffs Driving Up Restoration Costs
By Dmitriy Shibarshin on April 25, 2025 at 8:42 AM
The 25% U.S. tariff on imported auto parts, effective May 2025, has created a crisis for owners and restorers of ultra-luxury auto parts vehicles. From rare Ferrari Classiche components to bespoke Rolls-Royce coachwork, the cost to maintain and restore these masterpieces has surged. T …
Million-Dollar Bids: Monterey's 2025 Classic Car Auction Battlefield
By Dmitriy Shibarshin on April 15, 2025 at 7:15 AM
Monterey Car Week 2025 is rapidly approaching, promising an unparalleled showcase of automotive excellence as the world's most prestigious collector car auctions prepare to bring hundreds of millions of dollars worth of extraordinary vehicles to California's picturesque peninsula.
How 2025 Tariff Changes Create New Opportunities For Classic Cars
By Dmitriy Shibarshin on April 14, 2025 at 7:41 AM
The global classic car landscape is undergoing a remarkable transformation in 2025, driven by significant tariff policy changes and evolving collector preferences worldwide. While recent 25% tariffs on imported vehicles created turbulence in the broader automotive market, they've simu …
Ship Your Collector Cars to Monterey Car Week 2025 with Ease
By Dmitriy Shibarshin on April 11, 2025 at 11:30 AM
Monterey Car Week 2025 is poised to be the ultimate celebration of automotive excellence, and West Coast Shipping is honored to play a pivotal role as the exclusive logistics partner for RM Sotheby’s during this prestigious event. Taking place from Friday, August 8 to Sunday, August 1 …
Opportunities For Growing Trade With Car Tariff Exemption Policies
By Dmitriy Shibarshin on April 8, 2025 at 2:38 PM
The global automotive trade is on the cusp of a potential transformation as policymakers debate a car tariff exemption. This move, championed by regions like the EU and countries such as Vietnam, could significantly reduce trade barriers, making American vehicles more competitive in i …
Classic Cars Exempt From 25% US Car Import Duty - Collectors Rejoice!
By Dmitriy Shibarshin on April 2, 2025 at 2:45 PM
Classic Car Imports Remains Under The 2.5% US Import Duty In a significant relief for collectors and enthusiasts, a draft proposal announced today by the Trump Administration confirms that classic cars will be specifically excluded from a potential new 25% US car import tariff. This c …
Responding to US: What if the EU Lowered Car Tariffs from 25% to 2.5%?
By Dmitriy Shibarshin on March 29, 2025 at 12:39 PM
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What if the EU Matched the US 2.5% Car Tariff? Discussions around the potential 25% US car import tax increase on April 2nd has sparked great debates on how it would affect both the US car import market and the average US car buyer. Proponents of higher US tariffs argue that this pres …
Trump’s 25% Tariff on Imported Cars – Impact on Car Imports & Wholesale Trade
By Dmitriy Shibarshin on March 28, 2025 at 2:10 PM
Updated on April 2nd 2025 to reflect that classic cars are exempt from the new 25% car import tariff. Classic cars will remain under the 2.5% car import tariff. Classic car note (25+ years): When coded HTS 9903.94.04, classics are exempt from Section 232, but reciprocal tariffs still …