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Different Types of Car & Auto Carriers And What They Transport
by Dmitriy Shibarshin on June 8, 2024 at 12:27 PM
Auto transport carriers come in a multitude of shapes and sizes, each tailored for specific transport needs. From compact trailers designed for easy access to challenging locations, to larger carriers capable of transporting up to 9 cars at once, these options offer diverse solutions …
Where To Find US Classic Cars For Sale in 2024
by Dmitriy Shibarshin on May 30, 2024 at 1:58 PM
Why the US classic car market has something for everyone. The United States is one of the largest classic car markets in the world. According to Hagerty, there are over 43 million classic cars in the United States, and a record of over $2 billion in sales on online car auctions alone, …
How To Import a Car From New Zealand
by Dan Burkandt on September 7, 2023 at 10:50 AM
Importing a vehicle to the USA from New Zealand involves a series of steps and requirements to ensure compliance with regulations and standards. There is a lot of information online which causes the potential for confusion. West Coast Shipping are very experienced in the import proces …
How To Import a Car From The UK
by Dan Burkandt on August 21, 2023 at 12:35 PM
Importing a vehicle to the USA from the United Kingdom involves a series of steps and requirements to ensure compliance with regulations and standards. There is a lot of information online which causes the potential for confusion. West Coast Shipping are very experienced in the import …
How To Import a Car From Australia
by Dan Burkandt on August 9, 2023 at 12:31 PM
Importing a vehicle to the USA from Australia involves a series of steps and requirements to ensure compliance with regulations and standards. There is a lot of information online which causes the potential for confusion. West Coast Shipping are very experienced in the import process …
Shipping Classic Cars via Container vs RoRo
by Alex Naumov on December 1, 2022 at 9:55 AM
Want to ship your classic car via roll-on/roll-off service? Here's how to avoid shipping problems. When shipping a car overseas, you have several options available, each with its own advantages. This post will delve into why most classic cars are rarely shipped using RoRo service.
What is a transshipment and how does it affect transit times?
by Dmitriy Shibarshin on March 22, 2019 at 10:01 AM
When shipping your vehicles in containers overseas, you may sometimes find that your shipping route has a transshipment along the way. A transshipment is when your container is moved from one shipping vessel to another while in transit to its destination overseas. It helps to understa …
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' …
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.
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 …