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Buying a Used Car: Identity, Inspection and Paperwork Checklist

A step-by-step used-car checklist covering history and VIN checks, physical inspection, test drive, independent assessment and transfer paperwork.

Insights

2025-26 New Car Releases: Prices, Ranges and Powertrains Compared

2025-26 releases across China, Europe, North America and India differ by price, range and powertrain. The comparison shows which specifications matter for sourcing decisions.

Insights

Germany New-Car Imports Rise as Export Volume Falls in 2026

German new-car imports rose 16.0 percent in January-July 2026 while exports fell 4.0 percent in volume and 8.9 percent in value. China broader vehicle exports add context.

Guides

How Much Does It Cost to Import a Used Car to the UK in 2026?

UK used-car import costs depend on customs value, duty and VAT plus approval, registration and vehicle tax. Rules differ for Great Britain and Northern Ireland.

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EU New-Car Market 2026: Hybrids Lead as Petrol and Diesel Decline

EU new-car registrations rose 5.3% in January–August 2026 as hybrids held 36.6% share and BEVs reached 21.7%, while petrol and diesel fell to 29.0%.

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Türkiye Van Exports Up 27% in August 2026; Mexico Benchmark Flat

Türkiye van exports rose 27% in August 2026 to 19,783 units, while January to August grew 1%. Mexico light-vehicle exports offer context.

Guides

RoRo vs. Container Shipping for Vehicle Exports Compared

RoRo suits rolling vehicles on suitable sailings while containers provide enclosed space. Comparison requires fit, all-in route costs and qualified emissions data.

2027 Kia K5 Pricing Announcment

The 2027 Kia K5 starts at $27,690 with a $200 rise on every matched trim. Kia drops the EX, leaving LXS, GT-Line and GT below key Camry and Accord entry points.

EU BEV Registrations Jump in August 2026 on Partial Data

Preliminary EAFO data show 182,548 EU27 BEV registrations and a 31.0% share in August 2026, but only 13 Member States reported, so the total is an interim indicator.

India Vehicle Exports Set FY2025-26 Records in Key Segments

India exported 905,200 passenger vehicles and 5,180,429 two-wheelers in FY2025-26, both annual records, with growth in other segments.

China Vehicle Exports Reach 7.153 Million Through August 2026

China exported 7.153 million complete vehicles in January–August 2026, up 66.7% year over year. August NEV exports declined month to month but remained higher year over year.

South Korea Car Export Statistics 2026: Latest Data and Trends

The report reviews South Korean automotive trade data through August 2026, showing resilient performance driven by increased demand for electrified and used vehicles.