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Japan Classic Car Imports: 2025 Currency & Tariff Exemption Opportunities
By Dan Burkandt on April 21, 2025 at 7:57 AM
The global automotive market faces unprecedented shifts in 2025, with the U.S. dollar weakening 7% against the Japanese yen (JPY) since April. While this currency dynamic generally makes Japanese goods more expensive for dollar-based buyers, classic car enthusiasts are discovering a u …
Navigating Export Opportunities During the 90-Day Tariff Pause
By Alex Naumov on April 17, 2025 at 8:15 AM
The April 9th announcement of a 90-day pause on reciprocal tariffs created initial market optimism, but clarity soon followed: automotive tariffs remain firmly in place. As confirmed in the White House briefing on tariff policies, the 25% duty on imported vehicles and upcoming auto pa …
Tariff-Free Classic Car Imports from Canada & Mexico: 2025 Surge
By Monica Mena on April 14, 2025 at 9:20 AM
In the wake of significant tariff policy changes affecting the global automotive industry in 2025, a fascinating trend has emerged in the classic car market: imports from Canada and Mexico are experiencing unprecedented growth.
90-Day Tariff Pause Explained: Impact on Global Car Shipping in 2025
By Alex Naumov on April 11, 2025 at 10:06 AM
On April 9, 2025, the global trade landscape shifted when President Trump announced a 90-day pause on "reciprocal" tariffs for most trading partners, while simultaneously increasing tariffs on Chinese imports to 125%. This policy adjustment sent ripples through international markets a …
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 …
Trump's Auto Tariff Increase: How It Affects
By Alex Naumov on April 2, 2025 at 7:03 AM
UPDATE: This article was posted before the final information was released on the updated US auto tariffs. You can view the latest details here. On March 26, 2025, President Trump signed an Executive Order raising the U.S. auto import duty to 25%, effective April 3, 2025. This dramatic …
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. On March 26, 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump announced a 25% import tariff on all cars and car parts not made in the Unite …
Best 1990s American Muscle Cars to Import: 30-Year Rule Classics
By Dmitriy Shibarshin on March 25, 2025 at 11:14 AM
As 1990s American muscle cars cross the 30-year threshold, they've become hot commodities for international collectors. These vehicles blend raw power, iconic styling, and growing investment potential—especially in markets like Germany, where the 30-year exemption reduces import taxes …
Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VI Buying Guide: US Car Import Eligible
By Alex Naumov on March 22, 2025 at 7:00 AM
The Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VI represents the pinnacle of 1990s rally engineering, blending motorsport prowess with everyday usability. As the 2000 model year approaches its 25th anniversary in 2025, it becomes eligible for streamlined importation to the United States under the 25 …
Subaru Impreza WRX STI Version 6 Buying Guide: Rally Icon
By Alex Naumov on March 21, 2025 at 12:00 PM
The Subaru Impreza WRX STI Version 6 represents one of Japan's most celebrated performance cars—a vehicle that perfectly blends rally-bred engineering with everyday usability. As the 2000 model year approaches its 25th anniversary in 2025, it becomes eligible for streamlined importati …