by glamgroups34 | Nov 28, 2025 | Uncategorized
Biosecurity & Quarantine (DAFF) Guide — Importing Cars from Japan When a vehicle arrives in Australia it must clear DAFF (Department of Agriculture, Fisheries & Forestry).DAFF’s job is simple but strict: make sure nothing harmful (soil, seeds, mould, pests,...
by glamgroups34 | Nov 27, 2025 | Uncategorized
Every vehicle imported into Australia must meet the Australian Design Rules (ADR) before it can be registered and driven.ADR compliance covers safety, emissions and general roadworthiness — it’s a crucial step in the import process. At Glam Groups we managethe...
by glamgroups34 | Sep 22, 2025 | Uncategorized
Customs Duty & GST on Car Imports (Australia) When you import a car into Australia, two core charges apply to most vehicles: Customs Duty and GST. Knowing how they’re calculated helps you budget properly and avoid unhappy surprises at the wharf. What are Customs...
by glamgroups34 | Sep 17, 2025 | Uncategorized
RoRo vs Container Shipping – Which Is Best for Your Car Import? When you import a car from Japan to Australia, you’ll choose between RoRo (Roll-on, Roll-off)and container shipping. Both work. The right choice comes down to your car’s value, how cautiousyou are, and...
by glamgroups34 | Sep 17, 2025 | Uncategorized
Importing Cars Under the 25-Year Rule in Australia The 25-Year Rule lets you import vehicles that are 25 years old or older into Australia with fewer hoops than newer cars. It’s a favourite with collectors and JDM fans because many icons from the late ’80s and ’90s...
by glamgroups34 | Mar 7, 2025 | Uncategorized
Australia has long been known for its strict vehicle import laws, and the Specialist and Enthusiast Vehicle Scheme (SEVS) is one of the most important avenues for car lovers looking to bring rare, high-performance, or unique vehicles into the country. Under the Road...
by glamgroups34 | Mar 7, 2025 | Uncategorized
Bringing a vehicle into Australia isn’t as simple as shipping it over and driving off into the sunset. Australia has strict rules and regulations when it comes to vehicle imports, and for good reason—these rules ensure safety, environmental protection, and consistency...
by glamgroups34 | Jan 1, 2025 | Uncategorized
The Australian Design Rules (ADRs) are a comprehensive set of national standards that govern the safety, environmental performance, and construction of vehicles in Australia. These rules play a critical role in ensuring the safety of road users, reducing the...
by glamgroups34 | Oct 1, 2024 | Uncategorized
Vehicle Import Approval (VIA) – Complete Guide Before a vehicle leaves Japan for Australia, you must obtain a Vehicle Import Approval (VIA) from the Department of Infrastructure. Without it, your car can be refused entry at the border. This page explains...
by glamgroups34 | Sep 10, 2024 | Uncategorized
One of the most important things to consider when planning to import a car to Australia is the country’s regulations. Australia has very strict measures that are followed to ensure that all the vehicles imported meet its safety and emission requirements. However,...
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