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Preparing Your Classic Car For Export To Turkey
By Alex Naumov on January 14, 2026 at 12:44 PM
Preparing a classic car for export is not just about booking space on a vessel; it is about controlling every detail before the car ever reaches the port. Thorough inspection, documentation, and professional packaging are what separate a seamless shipment to Turkey from a stressful, e …
Who Qualifies for Turkey’s Classic Vehicle Exemptions?
By Alex Naumov on January 14, 2026 at 12:41 PM
Turkey’s classic vehicle exemptions are tightly defined and only apply in specific situations where both the car and the owner meet detailed criteria. Importers who understand these rules can avoid surprises and structure their shipment and paperwork in ways that maximize possible rel …
Shipping Classic Cars to Turkey: Taxes, Permissions & Logistics
By Alex Naumov on January 14, 2026 at 12:38 PM
Vehicle imports to Turkey can involve multiple taxes—such as customs duty, Special Consumption Tax (ÖTV), and VAT (KDV)—and customs review of tariff classification and documentation, so planning the paperwork and heading for a classic car shipment is essential. This guide explains how …
UK Historic Vehicles, UNESCO Claims & What It Really Means
By Alex Naumov on January 9, 2026 at 11:53 AM
According to FBHVC’s own announcement, FBHVC describes its position as having reached an early stage in its work to prepare a submission about a “UK Historic Vehicle Enthusiasts’ Movement” for consideration within the UK’s Living Heritage (intangible cultural heritage) inventory proce …
Import Regulations For Machinery In Thailand: 2026 Guide
By Alex Naumov on January 7, 2026 at 2:22 PM
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Shipping heavy equipment from the USA to Thailand involves multiple cost layers—ocean freight, inland haulage, port handling, Thai taxes, and preparation—rather than a single “all‑in” rate. For high‑value machinery, customs duty and VAT can represent a significant share of total lande …
Container Vs RoRo: Best Way To Ship Vehicles To Thailand
By Alex Naumov on January 7, 2026 at 2:17 PM
Shipping a vehicle from the USA to Thailand is a major investment, whether it is a daily driver, a classic car, a motorcycle, or a piece of heavy equipment. For ocean transport, the two primary options you will hear about are container shipping and RoRo (roll‑on/roll‑off). Both can mo …
Shipping Heavy Equipment to Thailand: Container vs RoRo Guide
By Alex Naumov on January 7, 2026 at 2:13 PM
Shipping construction machinery, agricultural equipment, or industrial vehicles from the USA to Thailand requires more than booking freight space—it demands careful method selection, regulatory planning, and cost management across both ocean transit and Thai customs. Whether you are r …
Cost Breakdown: Shipping A Personal Vehicle To Thailand
By Alex Naumov on January 6, 2026 at 4:00 AM
Shipping a personal vehicle to Thailand involves two big cost buckets: getting the car across the ocean and clearing Thailand’s taxes and local charges on arrival. For many owners, the Thailand‑side costs now matter as much as the freight bill, especially under the newer vintage‑car r …
Step-by-Step: How To Import A Classic Car Into Thailand
By Alex Naumov on January 6, 2026 at 4:00 AM
Importing a classic car into Thailand under the 30‑year framework is entirely possible, but it is not a casual paperwork exercise. Each stage—from verifying that the car qualifies, to booking shipping, to clearing Thai customs—must line up cleanly or the vehicle can fall into a differ …
Thailand’s 30-Year Rule: Classic Car Tax & Eligibility Guide
By Alex Naumov on January 6, 2026 at 4:00 AM
Thailand’s 30‑year import rule has transformed what many collectors viewed as a prohibitively taxed market into a more structured opportunity for bringing classic cars into the country. Public commentary has long described total tax burdens on imported personal vehicles as effectively …