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Netherlands VAT increase in 2019
By Alex Naumov on October 17, 2018 at 11:19 AM
A new tax law was signed in the Netherlands, which raises VAT on classic cars to 9% in 2019. The Dutch have previously enjoyed a 6% VAT on classics, one of the lowest in the EU. We've been following the news and here's what you need to know: Classics will continue to be imported throu …
Hurricane Florence Expected To Disrupt US Car Exports
By Alex Naumov on September 11, 2018 at 7:31 AM
There's a major storm heading towards the East Coast US which threatens to disrupt US car exports. Hurricane Florence is barreling towards the states with speeds of over 140 mph, and it continues to gain strength. Over 1 million people are already required to evacuate from parts of Vi …
Here's How To Find Out If Your Vehicle Meet US Emissions Standards
By Alex Naumov on September 10, 2018 at 7:22 AM
Despite what many say, it is possible to import a car that's under 25 years old. Although you have to meet a few requirements set by the US government. If the car is built for US safety & emissions standards, as well as DOT standards, then you may import the vehicle legally. Here' …
Ground Transportation Prices Are Rising For International Car Shippers in 2018
By Alex Naumov on August 17, 2018 at 2:16 PM
Rates on nationwide auto transport have continued to increase since the last time we covered the topic. New logging requirements and driver shortages are driving the cost of transporting cars within the US higher than ever before. Here are the 8 reasons why ground transportation is ge …
Why Importing Cars From Hawaii Makes Sense
By Alex Naumov on July 23, 2018 at 10:46 AM
When you're searching for classic cars to buy from the United States, the state of Hawaii should not be overlooked. Despite being located over 2,000 miles away from mainland US, Hawaii holds an extensive inventory of classic cars.
Ukraine Proposes To Lower Import Duties On Cars By Up To 90%
By Alex Naumov on July 16, 2018 at 10:23 AM
In response to growing demand for cars from overseas, the Ukrainian government has proposed to lower import duties on autos. This is separate from the previous law which cut import duties and taxes on electric car imports.
Car Import Duties Slashed And Electric Vehicles Exempt From Import Duties In Kyrgyzstan
By Alex Naumov on July 11, 2018 at 3:29 PM
Beginning this month, the Central Asian country of Kyrgyzstan will once again welcome the import of cars from the USA. Kyrgyzstan will remove all customs duties and import taxes on electric cars, and cut duties and taxes on gas-powered and hybrid vehicles.
Delays At Felixstowe Port Slow UK Car Imports
By Alex Naumov on June 19, 2018 at 5:37 AM
The port of Felixstowe in the UK is hit by delays because of a botched IT upgrade on Sunday. The new system is causing delays of up to three to five hours in processing each shipping container. Some shipping lines are omitting the port completely, and instead are delivering to nearby …
Egypt Opens Its Borders To Electric Cars: Our Pick Of The 7 Popular Electric Cars To Import
By Alex Naumov on June 18, 2018 at 11:30 AM
The Egyptian government is looking towards a green future by paving the way for electric vehicles. Starting last month, Egypt allowed the import of electric cars under 3 years old. The new law is an about-face from the previous policy, which did not allow any used vehicles to be broug …
Shipping Vehicles From Salvage Car Auctions: 5 Things You Need To Know
By Alex Naumov on June 8, 2018 at 10:21 AM
Purchased a car from a salvage car auction? According to our US car export report, you’re not alone. In the US alone, over 600,000 cars were written off by insurance companies in 2017, and sold at salvage car auctions. Here’s everything you need to know in order to get your car shippe …