If the 25% Tariff is Re-Imposed in April 2025,
This Will Have the Following Effect:
There’s a lot of confusion about tariffs when shipping vehicles across the U.S.-Canada border. Here’s what you need to know:
Shipping a Vehicle from Canada to the USA
No U.S. tariffs on:
- American, Asian, and German cars in Canada (e.g., Ford, Toyota, Honda, BMW, Mercedes, Hyundai, Kia, Land Rover).
25% U.S. tariff applies to:
- Vehicles assembled in Canada, such as Dodge and Lexus.
- You can check your VIN—if it starts with 2 or 3, the vehicle was assembled in Canada or Mexico and may be subject to the tariff, especially when entering border states like New York.
Shipping a Vehicle from the USA to Canada
No Canadian tariffs on:
- Automobiles—cars and trucks are excluded from Canada’s counter-tariffs.
25% Canadian tariff applies to:
- Motorcycles assembled in the USA, such as Harley-Davidson, even if they are being shipped to Quebec.
Motorcycles NOT impacted by tariffs:
- Ducati, Kawasaki, Honda, BMW, and other non-U.S. brands.
Need help shipping your vehicle? We’re here to make the process smooth and hassle-free. Contact us today!
Popular Cross-Border Routes
Many customers frequently ship vehicles between Ontario and nearby U.S. states like Washington. Routes involving Quebec and northeastern states are also common, depending on where the vehicle is assembled and registered.
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