If you’ve been eagerly waiting for your imported car to arrive in Kenya and things seem to be taking longer than usual, you’re not alone. Right now, vehicle import delays are affecting thousands of customers, and it’s all connected to the ongoing Red Sea shipping disruption. Let’s walk you through what’s going on, how it’s affecting car imports to Kenya, and what Zorro is doing to keep your car delivery on track.

Over the past few months, Houthi rebel attacks on cargo ships in the Red Sea have forced major shipping lines to reroute their vessels. Instead of using the faster route through the Suez Canal, ships now have to travel around the southern tip of Africa (the Cape of Good Hope).

This isn’t just affecting car shipping, it’s impacting global trade across industries. But for our customers importing vehicles from Japan, the UK, or other global hubs, it means one thing: longer wait times.

Here’s what’s happening behind the scenes:   

• Longer Transit Times: Your vehicle is still on its way, but it’s now taking a longer, safer route.
• Congested Ports: With many ships arriving late, there’s a backlog at major ports like Mombasa, delaying customs clearance.
• Rising Shipping Costs: Extended travel time increases fuel and crew costs, which may affect final pricing for future imports.

What Zorro Car Imports Is Doing About It  

At Zorro, we understand how important timely car delivery is,    especially when you’ve planned your finances and logistics around it. That’s why we’ve put several measures in place to help minimize the impact of these shipping delays:

• Live Tracking of Shipments: We monitor every vessel’s journey and keep tabs on estimated arrival times.
• Clear Communication: If your car is affected by a delay, we’ll keep you informed ,  no guessing games.
• Faster Clearance in Mombasa: Once your vehicle lands, we’re working closely with our local partners to fast-track inspections and clearance.

Here’s what you can do:  

• Stay in Touch: If you’re concerned about your car’s delivery, don’t hesitate to contact your Zorro rep. We’re here to help.
• Follow Our Updates: We’ll keep posting regular updates on our blog and social media. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook to stay in the loop.
• Plan Ahead: If you’re considering importing a car soon, think of placing your order earlier than usual to accommodate possible delays.

At Zorro Car Imports , we’ve built our reputation on reliable vehicle imports to Kenya . While this global shipping disruption is beyond our control, we’re committed to transparency and doing everything we can to minimize the impact on your car delivery.

Your car is on its way, and so are better days!