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How to Import Electric Cars from China: Complete Guide for Dealers
Import Guide

How to Import Electric Cars from China: Complete Guide for Dealers

Importing electric cars from China is not just a matter of choosing a model and paying for it. A successful transaction requires model selection, quotation confirmation, vehicle inspection, export documentation, shipping...

2026-05-16 · 7 min
CIF vs FOB When Importing Cars from China: Which Is Better?
Import Guide

CIF vs FOB When Importing Cars from China: Which Is Better?

When overseas buyers request quotations from Chinese vehicle exporters, they often receive two common trade terms: CIF and FOB. Many importers compare only the vehicle price, but the trade term determines who handles fre...

2026-05-15 · 6 min
RoRo vs Container Shipping for Cars from China
Logistics

RoRo vs Container Shipping for Cars from China

When importing vehicles from China, overseas buyers usually choose between RoRo shipping and container shipping. The right choice affects cost, delivery time, vehicle protection, port options, and order planning.

2026-05-14 · 6 min
What Documents Do You Need to Import Cars from China?
Import Guide

What Documents Do You Need to Import Cars from China?

In vehicle import, documents can be just as important as the vehicle itself. If the paperwork is incomplete or inconsistent, the buyer may face customs delays, extra charges, registration problems, or resale issues.

2026-05-13 · 6 min
How Long Does It Take to Ship Cars from China to Overseas Ports?
Logistics

How Long Does It Take to Ship Cars from China to Overseas Ports?

One of the most common questions from overseas buyers is: how long does it take to ship cars from China? The answer depends on stock availability, inspection, export documents, booking, shipping route, destination port, ...

2026-05-12 · 6 min
BYD ATTO 3 vs BYD Dolphin: Which EV Is Better for Importers?
EV Export

BYD ATTO 3 vs BYD Dolphin: Which EV Is Better for Importers?

BYD ATTO 3 and BYD Dolphin are both popular Chinese EVs for overseas buyers, but they serve different customer needs. Importers who look only at brand popularity may miss important differences in vehicle positioning, pri...

2026-05-07 · 5 min
Chery Tiggo 7 Pro vs Haval H6: Which SUV Should Dealers Import?
Import Guide

Chery Tiggo 7 Pro vs Haval H6: Which SUV Should Dealers Import?

Chery Tiggo 7 Pro and Haval H6 are two Chinese SUVs frequently considered by overseas buyers. Both can serve family and mainstream SUV demand, but they differ in brand perception, equipment positioning, customer appeal, ...

2026-05-06 · 6 min
New Cars vs Used Cars from China: Which Is Better for Dealers?
Import Guide

New Cars vs Used Cars from China: Which Is Better for Dealers?

Overseas dealers sourcing vehicles from China often face one important question: should they import new cars or used cars? New cars are easier to sell with confidence, while used cars can offer lower entry prices and fle...

2026-05-05 · 5 min
How to Check the Quality of a Used Car Before Export from China
Import Guide

How to Check the Quality of a Used Car Before Export from China

The key to used car export is not finding the lowest price. It is confirming the real condition of the vehicle before shipment. For overseas importers, poor inspection can lead to high repair costs, customer complaints, ...

2026-05-04 · 6 min