Thursday 27 November 2014

Major Auction Houses in Japan



Japan is one of the important sources of automobile industry and its various brands are exported to almost all parts of the globe. Japan has consequently gained the reputation by offering vehicles that are performance driven, safe, and high on quality. Japan witness development of many new and advanced models of vehicles every year. Popularity of Japanese vehicles is so vast round the world that used car export increased at a huge speed. World’s prominent brands like Toyota, Honda, Mitsubishi, Mazda, Nissan, Suzuki, Subaru, Isuzu, and Yamaha are located here.


Wednesday 26 November 2014

How to find auto parts for your Japanese vehicles from Japan?



Japanese vehicles are known among the world community both for their usability and also for their international appeal. Large numbers of vehicles both new and used are exported from Japan every year. There are millions and millions of owners of Japanese vehicles around the world using their vehicle every day. These vehicles are synonymous with reliability and low-cost upkeep.


Tuesday 25 November 2014

What is Japanese Used Vehicle Grading system?



An important part in preparation of the inspection sheet for Japanese used vehicles is grading. Inspection sheets are prepared by auction halls for every vehicle determines the state of the car; its grade and options are mentioned in the auction sheet. On the basis of this, used vehicle importers buy vehicles with complete faith and assurance. Grading describes the quality of the used cars and its usage. It allows buyers to decide how much the same used vehicle will cost in the market or how long the same vehicle will now run further.


Monday 24 November 2014

Most Fuel Efficient Hybrid Cars



Hybrid cars are vehicles which are equipped with two different power engines simultaneously, usually a combination of internal combustion engine & electric motor. These cars are trying to make World a better place to live by reducing the consumption of fuel thus reducing environmental pollution.


Saturday 22 November 2014

How to know about Vehicle Identification Number?



A Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is basically a serial number for any vehicle. It is 17 characters long and is a mix of numbers and alphabets. Each character or digit has a particular purpose. Given letters are not included in the VIN number, I (i), O (o), or Q (q) (to avoid confusion with numerals 1 and 0). It displays vehicles uniqueness and heritage and provides a form of factory to scrap yard identification. It can be used to track recalls, registrations, guarantee, warranty claims, thefts and insurance coverage.


Friday 21 November 2014

Shaken - Road worthiness inspection method



Shaken also known as "Jidosha Kensa Torokuseido", is basically an inspection on vehicles over 250cc in Japan. The Ministry Of Transport conducts inspection on the vehicle to check whether or not all vehicles on the road are in proper condition and safe to drive. At the present scenario, vehicles are important in everyday’s life. It is almost impossible to pass a day without using them. Everything has life and requires maintenance, even vehicles. It is necessary to have expert's hand on the vehicle after certain period of time to detect any flaws. It is compulsory in Japan for every vehicle either a new vehicle or a used vehicle to undergo Shaken inspection after a certain amount of time.


Thursday 20 November 2014

Importation of Japanese Used Cars in UK



Japan is the world's leading source of automobiles and is known for ages for delivering high quality vehicles at competitive prices. Importing a used car from Japan is very frequent because of their reliability and authenticity. Buying a used vehicle is a wise decision as one gets higher specification vehicles at competitive rates. Like many countries, Britain also imports large numbers of used vehicles. Importing used cars in UK is very popular because of the financial savings that the importer experiences.


Wednesday 19 November 2014

What is JAAI and role in Japanese used car inspection certification?



The Japan Auto Appraisal Institute or popularly abbreviated as JAAI is a non-profit organization that was established to help inspection of used vehicles. JAAI was created under the approval of the Ministry of International Trade & Industry along with the Ministry of Transport in 1966. This is a completely fair organization, whose ability and fairness have been highly evaluated.


Tuesday 18 November 2014

What is Odometer Inspection?



Odometer is the best way to know the exact condition of the vehicle, how much the vehicle had traveled or if any necessary repair is required in it. Odometer fraud occurs when the seller of a vehicle falsely represents the actual mileage of a vehicle to the buyer. It is one of the most serious and widespread crime on used vehicles in which buyers are left with worthless vehicle. In order to protect used vehicle importers from being scammed, it has made compulsory in many countries to get the odometer of used vehicles inspected before their importation.


Monday 17 November 2014

Import rules and regulations in Trinidad



Public reputation of Japanese vehicles is so good that whenever Japan produced a new automobile it quickly draws people’s attention. The reason contribute to the popularity of Japanese vehicles is their reliability and high on quality. Japan manufactured vehicles are economical and convenient. Large of numbers of vehicle, both new and used are imported in many countries across the world from Japan. Trinidad, two-island Republic off the northern edge of South America, also import large number of Japanese used vehicles.



Saturday 15 November 2014

Toyota Fuel Cell Sedan




Toyota has finally realized its dream to develop the car of the future, after 20 years of sincere dedication. The Toyota FCV is a hybrid hydrogen fuel cell vehicle and will be the world’s first hydrogen FCV to be sold commercially. The car is called “Mirai”, a Japanese term for “future”.


What is Asian Gypsy Moth Certification?




From all over the world, sea containers arrive every day in many countries, bringing along the risk of unwanted pests and bugs. In the same way cargo ships and shipping containers from Far East countries such as Russia, Northern China, Korea and Japan are expected to carry egg masses of Asian Gypsy Moth (AGM). Ships and containers containing used vehicles from these countries can carry the egg masses of Asian Gypsy Moth to United States, Canada and other countries. These moths cause serious threat to the agriculture and vegetation.



Friday 14 November 2014

Why Japanese used Kei trucks or mini trucks are famous all over the world?



Japan is a pioneer of automobile industry. Japan is in the business of manufacturing of automobiles for ages. Every year, millions of vehicles are produced and exported from Japan. Like new vehicles, Japanese used vehicles are also popular among people due to their reliability, longevity and durability. Japan automobile industry offers varied vehicles such as used cars, used motorbikes, and used trucks at cost-effective prices. Japan witnesses many launches of new vehicles from both Japanese and foreign makers.


Thursday 13 November 2014

Top 10 Luxury cars in Japan



Japan is an important source of automobile industry. Vehicles delivered by Japanese makers have reliability, durability, longevity and are high on quality. In the field of used vehicles also Japanese vehicles are also dominating. The popularity of Japanese used vehicles is increasing day by day. People prefer to buy used vehicles from Japan as they are durable, fuel-efficient and above all have Japan’s name. Japan automobile industry is flourishing at a rapid pace. Large number of vehicles are manufactured and exported from Japan every year.


Wednesday 12 November 2014

JEVIC Certificate an important tool for used car Importers-


Japan Export Vehicle Inspection Center (JEVIC) Co Ltd is a Japan based company was established in 2001. JEVIC has been involved in pre-shipment inspection and certification of cargo. It is certified to ISO/IEC 17020: 1998 IBS Standard Type A. JEVIC comprises of a team of professionals who perform quality inspection on used vehicles from Japan before their importation to another country. JEVIC gives assurance to Japanese used car importers that the vehicle they have imported meet up with the standards and regulations of the country in which it is imported.


Tuesday 11 November 2014

Left Hand Drive v/s Right Hand Drive Vehicle


Each country have a uniform road traffic flow, either left-hand traffic (LHT) in which traffic keeps to the left side of the road, or right-hand traffic (RHT) in which traffic keeps to the right. There are countries which allow only RHT and mostly RHD vehicles. Japan automobile industry produce both RHD and LHD as many used cars from Japan are exported to almost all countries across the world. Used cars exporters from Japan arranges to convert RHD to LHD or vice-versa, as per the request of customers.

Sunday 9 November 2014

Why buy electric Cars?

Gone were the days when the idea of manufacturing electric cars was just a dream. Today, electric cars significantly replace standard fuel. The world has fallen for them. Major automobile manufacturers are working to develop most efficient electric cars and it seems that in the near future, every automobile maker will develop an electric car to draw in customers.


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Saturday 8 November 2014

Toyota Tacoma Best selling Pickup



Japan has always been an important source for the manufacturing of automobiles. Whenever there is a discussion of automobile, Japanese makers are inevitable. From cars to motorcycles, from buses to trucks, Japan makers are everywhere. In the segment of pickups, Japanese makers are also ruling the charts. Within a year, many Japanese used pickups are exported from Japan to across all parts of the world. The best selling compact pickup in this segment is Toyota’s Tacoma with highest sale.


Friday 7 November 2014

Telegraphic Transfer (T/T) remittance method for buying Japanese Used Car-


Telegraphic Transfer sometimes or abbreviated as Telex Transfer or simply T/T is a simple and fastest legal way of dispatching money overseas through any bank with Forex facility. It involves the remittance of funds between the banks using electronic coded messages. This advance payment method is usually used while buying Japanese used cars. The method has long been a means of communication between banking institutions. Used car exporters from Japan prefers to deal through Telegraphic Transfer as the mode of payment in lieu of their used cars sold to the importers in different countries across the world.

Thursday 6 November 2014

Why buying a used car from Japanese auto auctions is Preferred?




Japanese vehicles are synonymous with reliability and great quality. With time and again Japanese vehicles have proven that they are more dependable than other makers. Not only new vehicles, but used vehicles from Japan are also popular around the world. The increase in the demand of used cars from Japan, ultimately led to the popularity of Japanese auto auction. Auto Auctions has made the sale and purchase of used cars and other vehicles faster and easier.

Wednesday 5 November 2014

How to maintain your used car?


Japan is a source of automobile industry and Japanese vehicles are known for their dependability and strength. Even though Japanese vehicles are high on quality, safe and built on latest technology, but they too need to be looked after some time or the other. Not only used vehicles, but new vehicles also need to be taken care from time to time to keep them fit and performing for a long time without trouble. Experts hand on vehicles is necessary to detect any flaws. Little care and good handling can keep them going for years without complaint.


Tuesday 4 November 2014

Importance of Bill of Lading in Japanese used cars import



Bill of Lading abbreviated as BoL or B/L is an important document during shipping of the vehicle. It is a legal document between the shipper of used vehicles and the carrier listing the type, quantity and destination of the vehicles being transported. All Japanese used cars exported to different countries are accompanied with the Bill of Lading, no matter the form of transportation.