Gas Guzzler Tax - FUEL TAX for vehicles imported from USA into Canada

Link Below shows list of all vehciles for 2012 qualified for additional  FUEL TAX
http://www.cra-arc.gc.ca/E/pub/et/etsl64/README.html


Here is more INFO:

PDF: http://oee.nrcan.gc.ca/transportation/tools/fuelratings/fuel-consumption-guide-2008.pdf

FUEL CALCULATOR: http://oee.nrcan.gc.ca/transportation/tools/fuelratings/ratings-search.cfm?attr=8

Gas Guzzler Tax: On March 19, 2007 the Canadian Federal government introduced a new excise tax on fuel-inefficient vehicles. This applies to all new vehicles purchased in Canada or imported from the US. Automobiles that have a weighted average fuel consumption rating of 13 or more litres per 100 kilometres will be subject to the excise tax at the following rates:

• at least 13 but less than 14 litres per 100 kilometres, $1,000;
• at least 14 but less than 15 litres per 100 kilometres, $2,000;
• at least 15 but less than 16 litres per 100 kilometres, $3,000; and
• 16 or more litres per 100 kilometres, $4,000.

EXAMPLE BELOW:

For greater clarity, the formula in the Notice of Ways and Means Motion for calculating an automobile's fuel-efficiency rating is as follows:
.55A + .45B
where
A is the city fuel consumption rating (based on the number of litres of fuel, other than E85 [Footnote 1], per 100 kilometres) for automobiles of the same model with the same attributes as the automobile, as determined by reference to data published by the Government of Canada under the EnerGuide mark, or, if no rating can be so determined that would apply to the automobile, by reference to the best available data, which may include the city fuel consumption rating for the most similar model and attributes; and
B is the highway fuel consumption rating (based on the number of litres of fuel, other than E85 [Footnote 1], per 100 kilometres) for automobiles of the same model with the same attributes as the automobile, as determined by reference to data published by the Government of Canada under the EnerGuide mark, or, if no rating can be so determined that would apply to the automobile, by reference to the best available data, which may include the highway fuel consumption rating for the most similar model and attributes.


EXAMPLE:
Vehicle: CHEVROLET - CORVETTE

Vehicle Specifications
Class:	Two-seater
Year:	2009
Engine:	6.2L
Cylinders:	8
Fuel:	Premium
Transmission, # of gears, overdrive:	Automatic with a manual mode 6 gears with electronic overdrive
Seating capacity:	N/A
# of doors:	N/A
Cargo volume:	N/A
Interior volume:	N/A
Drive system:	N/A

Fuel Consumption
City:	14.3 L/100 km (20 mi./gal.)
Hwy:	8.1 L/100 km (35 mi./gal.)
Annual Fuel Cost:	$2530
Annual Fuel Use:	2300 L/yr (506 gal./yr)
Annual CO2 emissions:	5520 kg/yr

CALCULATION: 14.3 * 0.55 + 8.1 * 0.45 = 11.445 L/100km
So at this point we can tell that Chevy Corvette will not be subject of GUZZLER TAX  because it's average fule consumption is less than 13 L/100km

Impact of Exchange Rate on Vehicle Imports into Canada

With the Canadian dollar hitting new 3 year highs against the U.S. dollar, vehicles continue to be imported into Canada.  A chart below showing vehicle imports as against the exchange rate.  The chart shows vehicle imports into Canada through the RIV program and the average annual exchange rate between the Canadian and American dollars as reported by the Bank of Canada between the years 1997 and 2010.

2012 New chenges in regulations to vehicles imported into the European Union from the United States, Canada, Mexico and other countries

Europe Passes New Regulation on IVA System

The European Commission approved a regulation to amend the IVA system, which governs importation of vehicles imported into the European Union from the United States, Canada, Mexico and other countries (originally built to non-EU specifications).  The regulation was adopted on February 22, 2011 and will enter into force on February 26, 2012.  The regulation will be binding on imports into all EU member states. 

DOWNLOAD THIS NEW 2012 REGULATION

Canada to Allow Vehicle Imports from Mexico

Canada has passed legislation to allow vehicle imports from Mexico.  Bill S-5, An Act to amend the Motor Vehicle Safety Act and the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999, received Royal Assent on March 23, 2011.  With the Canadian government moving towards an election and a halt to all new legislation, this Bill managed to get through the system. 

  

The Bill is part of Canada's obligation to put the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) into practice.  Canada has a system to administer importation of vehicles from the United States, which was introduced after the two countries entered into their own free trade agreement more than two decades ago.  When Mexico joined the agreement and NAFTA came into being, Canada had to pass additional legislation to allow imports from Mexico.    This law has now been passed.  The details still have to be worked out and it will be several years before vehicles can actually come into Canada from Mexico, but at least the governing legislation is now in place.  The legislation will become effective when regulations are passed by government.  The legislation will phase in imports from Mexico, first allowing older vehicles and then gradually allowing newer vehicles over the next decade.  

Before you import Car into Canada - Vehicle admissibility

Before you import

Before you import a vehicle from the United States, you should understand each step of the importing process, including:

Vehicle admissibility

Determine if the vehicle you would like to purchase can be imported into Canada.

Vehicle branding history

A brand is a record of a prior accident serious enough to result in an insurance write-off (salvage) or even non-repairable status. A brand remains part of the vehicle’s permanent history and may affect the ability to license the vehicle in Canada. The Registrar of Imported Vehicles (RIV) makes U.S. brands available to Canadian provinces and territories. You are strongly advised to verify the vehicle’s branding history through available commercial VIN search engines before you purchase any vehicle in the U.S. or attempt to import it into Canada.

Modification and inspection requirements

Some vehicles may require modifications in order to comply with Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. Determine what modifications your vehicle may require before you import it.

Recall clearance

Recall clearance is a requirement for all vehicles being imported into Canada. Find out what documentation is required and how to obtain the recall clearance letter for your vehicle.

RIV exemptions

Find out about specific exemption criteria and if they apply to your vehicle.

Cost considerations

Determine any possible duties, provincial and federal sales taxes, trip permits, temporary insurance and provincial licensing requirements before you import your vehicle.

Importer Checklist

Importing a vehicle

If you are thinking about importing a vehicle from the United States, you should understand the following three main steps of the process:

1. Before you import

• Before purchasing and importing a vehicle, find out about the Registrar of Imported Vehicles (RIV) program, vehicle admissibility, RIV exemptions, recall clearance documentation, vehicle modification requirements and vehicle branding history.

2. At the border

• Understand your obligations for reporting to U.S. Customs, Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) and registration into the RIV program.

3. After vehicle entry

• Complete vehicle modifications, the RIV inspection process and contact your provincial/territorial licensing jurisdictions for information about licensing your vehicle.

DECLARATION TO IMPORT MOTOR VEHICLE KIT PARTS

Attached PDF form.http://www.tc.gc.ca/media/documents/roadsafety/Declaration_of_the_car_parts_importer.pdf