About Us


Founded Japan in 2012 , this company was among the first in Japan to offer online shopping of used cars for international export. With its cross-border ecommerce site developed exclusively for the firm, the company entered into the global ecommerce business market, selling and exporting used cars.

Their selection is versatile: from Japanese-made vehicles to American / European imports that have been used in Japan, from 4-door sedans to buses, trucks, tractors and motorbikes. Sale of auto-parts to expand their range of products and services was added in July, 2020.

DRIVE AHEAD’s cross-border ecommerce site marks 34 million page views per month (as of May, 2025), an overwhelming number for a used car exporter in Japan, which places the company within the top Most Frequently Searched companies. the dominant African markets including Zambia, Uganda Zimbabwe,Kenya and Malawi.

Additionally, the company is aiming for diversified-practices by offering the “Consultancy for Japanese Entities to Venture into African Market.

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Frequently Asked Questions

We export high-quality used vehicles directly from Japan and the UK to customers worldwide.

Yes, we provide worldwide shipping to Africa, Asia, the Caribbean, Europe, and other regions. Contact us to confirm availability for your country.

You can browse our stock list, select your preferred vehicle, and request a quote. Our team will guide you through the purchase and shipping process step by step.

 

Yes. If you don’t find your desired vehicle in our stock, we can source it directly from Japan or UK auctions and dealers.

 

 

Yes, all vehicles are inspected and verified before shipment to ensure quality and reliability.

 

 

We provide up to 30 detailed pictures of the vehicle to help with your buying decision.

Unfortunately, this is not possible as we do not allow anyone into our storage yard for security reasons. However, you can visit our office. To do so, please schedule an appointment in advance.

Shipping time depends on your destination country and port. Generally, it takes 4–8 weeks after payment confirmation.

You will receive all necessary export documents, including:

  • Bill of Lading

  • Export Certificate

  • Invoice

  • Other required customs documents

Yes, you can request a free quote for any vehicle listed on our website.

Customer satisfaction is our priority. If you face any issue, contact our support team immediately and we will assist you.

No, it is not. However, you can complete 60 percent of the entire customs clearing procedure using PDFs of the B/L. The rest requires the original B/L to be turned in.

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