25‑Year Rule for Japanese Motorcycles: 2001 Models in 2026
By Alex Naumov on October 2, 2026 at 4:00 AM
Japanese motorcycles built in 2001 are reaching the 25‑year mark in 2026, and enthusiasts are increasingly asking what that means for importing bikes to the United States and moving machines between the US, Japan, and other markets. In enthusiast conversations, phrases like “25‑year r …
Kei Truck Import Guide 2026: Legal States, 25-Year Rule, Cost & Best Models
By Dmitriy Shibarshin on September 15, 2026 at 1:47 PM
About $7,500 gets a running 2000 Daihatsu Hijet from a Japanese auction to the door of our Richmond, California warehouse, duty paid. That figure surprises most first-time buyers in both directions. The truck itself costs less than they expect. The 25% duty and the state registration …
How Much Does It Cost to Import a Car from Japan to the US in 2026?
By Alex Naumov on September 15, 2026 at 3:29 AM
Updated September 15, 2026 to reflect the Section 301 duties that replaced the 10% surcharge on July 24, 2026, the 15% Section 232 rate on modern Japanese cars, and the 2001 model year entering the 25-year window. A 25-year-old JDM classic clears US customs at 12.5% duty in 2026. A mo …
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 …
Is Importing a Car from Japan Worth It in 2026? Honest Cost Guide
By Alex Naumov on March 17, 2026 at 11:02 AM
Importing a car from Japan in 2026 can still be a smart move, but only in specific situations where rarity, condition, and long‑term value justify the extra cost and complexity. In other cases, a similar car already in the US will be cheaper, faster, and less stressful to own.
Can I Buy a Car in Japan and Bring It to the US?
By Alex Naumov on March 17, 2026 at 11:00 AM
Buying a car in Japan and bringing it back to the United States is not only possible in 2026, it is something US buyers are doing every week with the right shipping partner and plan.
Import a Car from Japan to the US: 2026 Costs & Strategies
By Alex Naumov on March 17, 2026 at 11:00 AM
Buying a car in Japan and importing it to the United States is absolutely possible in 2026. Many US buyers do it every month, from private enthusiasts chasing JDM legends to dealers building inventory.
Japan’s Harley-Davidson Culture: Why American Cruisers Stand Out
By Alex Naumov on February 18, 2026 at 8:34 AM
Walk through Tokyo’s Daikanyama or Yokohama’s bayside districts on a weekend and you will see something that doesn’t appear in registration statistics alone: clusters of American V‑twins parked outside cafés, idling under expressways, and rolling into late‑night meet‑ups. Japanese roa …
Best Japan Car Auction Sites: Import Guide To The USA 2025 | WCS
By Alex Naumov on December 11, 2025 at 9:12 AM
For American automotive enthusiasts, Japan represents the ultimate source for JDM (Japanese Domestic Market) vehicles—from legendary Nissan Skyline GT-Rs and Toyota Supras to rare Honda NSXs and Mazda RX-7s that never reached US shores in their original specifications. Whether you're …