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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. Classic car note (25+ years): When coded HTS 9903.94.04, classics are exempt from Section 232, but reciprocal tariffs still …
Best 1990s American Muscle Cars to Import: 30-Year Rule Classics
By Dmitriy Shibarshin on March 25, 2025 at 11:14 AM
As 1990 American muscle cars cross the 30-year threshold, they’ve become highly sought-after for international collectors. These vehicles blend raw power, iconic styling, and growing investment potential—especially in markets like Germany, where the 30-year exemption simplifies compli …
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 …
Honda S2000 AP1 Buying Guide: Iconic Roadster Now US Import-Eligible
By Alex Naumov on March 20, 2025 at 9:39 AM
As we approach 2025, early examples of the legendary Honda S2000 AP1 are becoming eligible for import to the United States under the 25-year rule. For enthusiasts seeking the purest expression of Honda's high-revving sports car philosophy, these early models represent a unique opportu …
Toyota Altezza RS200 Buying Guide: JDM Sports Sedan Now Import-Eligible
By Dan Burkandt on March 20, 2025 at 9:30 AM
The Toyota Altezza RS200 represents one of Japan's most celebrated sports sedans—a vehicle that perfectly balances everyday practicality with genuine performance credentials. As early models from 1998-1999 approach their 25th anniversary in 2023-2024, they become eligible for streamli …
Nissan Silvia S15 Buying Guide: JDM Legend Now Import-Eligible for US
By Dan Burkandt on March 18, 2025 at 2:00 AM
Nissan Silvia S15 Buying Guide: The Ultimate JDM Drift Icon The Nissan Silvia S15 represents one of Japan's most celebrated sports coupes—a vehicle that perfectly balances everyday usability with extraordinary performance potential. As early models from 1999 approach their 25th annive …