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Euro Strength: 2026 Opportunity for Buying US Cars
By Alex Naumov on January 30, 2026 at 9:08 AM
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Disclosure and disclaimer (January 2026): This article is provided by West Coast Shipping (WCS) as general informational and promotional content about WCS services. It is not financial, investment, tax, legal, or currency‑trading advice and does not create any client relationship. All …
India’s 40% Car Tariff Cut: 2026 Guide for US Exporters
By Alex Naumov on January 29, 2026 at 6:43 AM
Disclosure & Disclaimer (January 2026): This article is provided by West Coast Shipping (WCS) and reflects WCS’s understanding of recent India‑EU trade developments and Indian import rules as of late January 2026, based on public trade announcements and WCS internal analysis. All …
Trump Tariff Supreme Court Case: Refund Potential for Importers
By Alex Naumov on January 27, 2026 at 10:31 AM
Last updated: January 27, 2026, 2:20 PM EST ⚠️ Legal Disclaimer: This article summarizes publicly reported information about ongoing litigation. It is not legal advice. Importers should consult licensed customs attorneys about their specific refund eligibility and documentation requir …
Kei Cars And U.S. Imports: What It Means For Car Shipping | WCS
By Alex Naumov on December 4, 2025 at 12:25 PM
Information current as of December 4, 2025. The automotive world is buzzing after a surprising development that could reshape how kei cars are viewed in the United States. According to recent reports, President Donald Trump has signaled support for kei-style vehicles in the U.S., inst …
Supreme Court Tariff Case: What Car Importers Should Expect in 2026
By Alex Naumov on November 24, 2025 at 12:05 PM
For car importers, the defining moment of 2026 will likely occur not on the docks, but in the highest court in the land. While the industry has largely adapted to the burden of current high tariffs, evidenced by a cooling of container volumes in 2025, a game-changing opportunity hangs …
Will The EU Accept a 15% Tariff? The Next Trans-Atlantic Showdown
By Alex Naumov on July 24, 2025 at 7:27 AM
The clock is ticking toward August 1, 2025, as the European Union and United States engage in one of the most consequential trade negotiations in recent memory. With the threat of 30% tariffs looming over European automotive exports and a potential EU counter-strike targeting $93 bill …
Euro Surge Creates Golden Opportunity for European Car Imports from USA
By Felix Cater on July 14, 2025 at 5:06 PM
The Euro's dramatic recovery against the US Dollar has made American car imports significantly cheaper for European buyers. With EUR/USD climbing from 1.05 to above 1.15 in 2025, Europeans now save thousands on US vehicle purchases. This guide shows how to capitalize on these favorabl …
Japan–U.S. Auto Tariffs: How OEM Price Cuts Impact Car Shipping | WCS
By Dmitriy Shibarshin on July 10, 2025 at 1:03 PM
Japan’s top automakers have taken an aggressive step to protect their U.S. market share—cutting factory-gate prices on exported vehicles by nearly 20 percent after Washington’s 25 percent tariff hike. While the headlines focus on consumer sticker prices, the deeper story is how these …
Japan–U.S. Auto Trade Talks 2025: Impact on Car Shipping | WCS
By Dmitriy Shibarshin on July 10, 2025 at 12:57 PM
Japan’s decision to continue trade talks with the United States—announced this week by Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba—could realign trans-Pacific auto flows, tariff structures, and shipping capacity for years to come. For West Coast Shipping (WCS) and our global clients, understanding …
Shipping Container Shortage: Impact on Container Ship Transport
By Alex Naumov on July 8, 2025 at 10:54 AM
The shipping container shortage that erupted during the pandemic is still disrupting global supply chains, inflating shipping costs, and forcing businesses—especially those in the auto trade—to rethink logistics. From Asia to North America, importers and exporters continue to grapple …