Car Guides
Car news & market notes
Model releases, changing import rules, and what the auction market is doing — the notes that help importers time a good buy. Our live news feed is on the way; start with these reference reads.
Import rules
Import regulations by country, explained
Age limits, steering, and inspection rules across the markets we serve — the rules that decide what you can bring in.
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Market
How Japanese auction prices are set
Why the hammer price moves week to week, and what drives demand for popular models.
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Costs
Incoterms & landed cost for importers
FOB, CFR and CIF, plus every line between the hammer price and your driveway.
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Shipping
Transit times to your market
Roughly how long shipping takes to each destination, and what affects the schedule.
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Models
Kei trucks & vans: why demand keeps rising
The tiny 4×4s that overseas buyers keep asking for — and where they are road-legal.
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Buying
Agent vs dealer vs broker
Who is who in Japanese car exporting, and which route actually costs less.
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Coming soon
A live feed for importers
We're building a regular feed of the updates that actually change how — and when — you buy. No filler; just what an importer needs to know.
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What the feed will cover
New & updated JDM model releases
Changes to import rules & age limits by country
Auction market trends & price movements
Seasonal buying tips
Company & service announcements
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