Know what makes an imported vehicle legal.

Practical information about NHTSA, EPA, U.S. Customs, California emissions compliance, Registered Importers and legally bringing vehicles into the United States.

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State compliance California and CARB Direct import rules, emissions testing, BAR procedures and California registration. Border entry U.S. Customs Entry documents, declarations, tariffs, duties, seizures and cross border enforcement. Emissions EPA Requirements EPA Form 3520 1, the 21 year exemption, Independent Commercial Importers and Clean Air Act compliance. Vehicle safety NHTSA and FMVSS HS 7 declarations, Registered Importers, eligibility petitions, certification and the 25 year exemption.