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Weak Dollar Impact: Top Benefiting Car Segments in 2025
By Alex Naumov on April 21, 2025 at 10:19 AM
The U.S. dollar’s 6-10% decline against major currencies in early 2025 has created a fragmented landscape for automotive trade. While some vehicle categories face significant headwinds, others are uniquely positioned to capitalize on currency shifts.
Regional Winners: How the Dollar Drop Creates Different Opportunities Across Export Markets
By Alex Naumov on April 21, 2025 at 7:02 AM
The sharp decline of the U.S. dollar against major global currencies in early 2025 has dramatically reshaped the international automotive trade landscape.
Exporting US Cars Overseas: The Exhange Rate Advantage
By Alex Naumov on April 17, 2025 at 8:17 AM
In early 2025, the U.S. dollar experienced a notable decline against major currencies such as the euro, British pound, and Japanese yen. This shift, largely influenced by tariff policies and market reactions, has profound implications for the global automotive industry. For exporters, …
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 …
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 …
UK Post-Brexit Car Tariffs: Opportunities for US Exporters
By Alex Naumov on April 8, 2025 at 12:17 PM
The United Kingdom's exit from the European Union has ushered in a new era for international trade, particularly in the automotive sector. As the UK establishes its independent tariff policy outside the EU customs union, American car exporters may find fresh opportunities in this evol …
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 …
1995 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am Buying Guide: Muscle Icon
By Alex Naumov on March 27, 2025 at 7:40 AM
The 1995 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am represents one of America's most celebrated muscle cars of the 1990s—a vehicle that perfectly balances aggressive styling with genuine performance credentials. As this iconic muscle car approaches its 30th anniversary, it becomes eligible for streaml …
Chevrolet Impala SS Buying Guide: The Ultimate Stealth Muscle Sedan
By Alex Naumov on March 26, 2025 at 7:00 AM
The 1994-1996 Chevrolet Impala SS represents one of America's most celebrated sleeper performance cars—a vehicle that perfectly balances menacing looks with genuine muscle car performance. As these iconic sedans approach their 30th anniversary, they become eligible for streamlined imp …
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 …