The Future of Korean Used Car Exports Amid a Blockade of the Strait of Hormuz (2026 Expert Analysis)
A blockade of the Strait of Hormuz would not stop Korean used car exports, but it would significantly increase shipping costs, delay delivery timelines, and reduce reliance on Gulf-based re-export hubs. South Korean exporters would shift toward direct shipping to Africa and emerging markets, adopt flexible logistics models, and accelerate digital supply chain management to