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EPA/DOT Exemptions: How the 25-Year Rule Benefits Muscle Car Exporters
By Felix Cater on May 14, 2025 at 11:19 AM
The 25-year rule is a critical exemption for classic muscle car exporters, allowing vehicles over 25 years old to bypass costly EPA and DOT compliance requirements. For models like the Plymouth Hemi ‘Cuda, Ford Mustang Boss 429, and Chevrolet Camaro Z/28, this rule slashes red tape an …
US-China Tariff War 2025: Context, Trade Deal, and Car Shipping Impact
By Dmitriy Shibarshin on May 13, 2025 at 10:41 AM
The US-China trade war reached new heights in early 2025, sending shockwaves through the global auto industry and international shipping. After months of escalating tariffs, a surprise May 2025 deal has temporarily eased tensions, but for car importers and exporters, the landscape rem …
Luxury Car Tariffs: Ferrari, Rolls-Royce & Bentley Response
By Felix Cater on April 29, 2025 at 5:50 AM
The 25% U.S. tariff on imported vehicles, implemented in April 2025, has sent shockwaves through the luxury automotive sector. For European marques like Ferrari, Rolls-Royce, and Bentley-brands synonymous with exclusivity and global craftsmanship-the new duty structure demands rapid a …
25-Year Exemption Fuels Classic Car Import Boom in 2025
By Dan Burkandt on April 28, 2025 at 2:19 PM
In April 2025, as the U.S. implemented a 25% tariff on imported vehicles, an unexpected trend emerged: a 37% year-over-year surge in classic car imports. This counterintuitive boom is fueled by the 25-year exemption rule, which allows vehicles manufactured in 2000 or earlier to enter …
Luxury Car Tariffs 2025: How Supercar Collectors Adapt Strategies
By Felix Cater on April 24, 2025 at 11:25 AM
How Hypercar Collectors Are Adapting The world of limited-edition supercars is defined by exclusivity, artistry, and global demand. In 2025, however, the landscape for importing these ultra-rare vehicles has been dramatically reshaped by new luxury car tariffs, including a 25% U.S. im …
Race Car Tariff Strategies: F1 Teams vs. Private Imports
By Alex Naumov on April 24, 2025 at 10:52 AM
How F1 Teams & Privateers Navigate Tariffs Globally The global motorsport industry faces unprecedented challenges in 2025, with new tariffs impacting everything from factory-built Formula 1 cars to privateer-owned GT3 racers. While the 25% U.S. import tariff has dominated headline …
Are Race Cars Exempt From US Import Tariffs?
By Alex Naumov on April 23, 2025 at 8:59 AM
The recent 25% US import tariff on foreign-built vehicles has created significant confusion for motorsport teams and enthusiasts importing track-focused cars. While passenger vehicles and light trucks face steep new duties, manufacturer-built race cars may qualify for exemption under …
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.