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Can A Canadian Citizen Form An LLC For Vehicle Registration?

Can A Canadian Citizen Form An LLC For Vehicle Registration?

Every year, thousands of Canadian “snowbirds” enter the U.S. to wait out the arctic chill in our southern states and beaches. But how does that work out if they want to buy a car, truck, RV, or another vehicle? Let’s find out.

You Bought A Car While Stationed Overseas. How Do You Import It?

You Bought A Car While Stationed Overseas. How Do You Import It?

At any given time, there are at least 100,000 U.S. troops stationed overseas. They rent and buy houses, live in the community, and of course buy cars and motorcycles. The problem comes when their time abroad comes to an end and they have to go back stateside.
The question is: as a military service member stationed abroad, how do you get your car stateside legally?


Importing an R34 Nissan GT-R from Canada Before 2024 is a Bad Idea

Importing an R34 Nissan GT-R from Canada Before 2024 is a Bad Idea

According to the NHTSA, it is only legal to import an R34 into the United States before 2024 for track use, meaning it can’t be registered or driven on public roads. This requires express permission from the NHTSA and that the car be converted to track use only prior to importation.

Here's How to Export a Car From the United States by Yourself

Here's How to Export a Car From the United States by Yourself

There are several documents you’ll be required to have when you export a vehicle from the United States. It’s always best to get everything sorted before attempting to coordinate shipping, so here are the documents you will need.

7 Steps to Import a Vehicle From Canada to the US by Yourself

7 Steps to Import a Vehicle From Canada to the US by Yourself

Canada’s motor vehicle safety standards closely resemble our Federal requirements. That’s why the NHTSA issues blanket eligibility covering many Canadian-certified vehicles bound for the U.S. market.

The Show and Display Rule: Which Cars Qualify and Which Cars Don’t

The Show and Display Rule: Which Cars Qualify and Which Cars Don’t

If a car qualifies for the Show and Display Rule, it may be granted limited use on public roads of up to 2,500 miles per year. The NTHSA reserves the right to approve importation but disallow the car from being registered.