Automotive & Transportation
Automotive and Transportation
Automotive and Transportation
Wed, November 27, 2024
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[ 12:21 PM ] - Aaron Neefham
[ 12:21 PM ] - Aaron Neefham
Shifting gears: US tariffs reshape global automotive supply chain
- Heightened US tariff policies are rattling the automotive industry, threatening higher vehicle costs. Industry insiders note that while the US mandates final assembly domestically, sourcing 20,000-30,000 components per vehicle locally is impractical...
The article from DigiTimes discusses the potential impact of the U.S. presidential election on the automotive industry, particularly focusing on the possibility of new tariffs on auto components from Mexico. It highlights that former President Donald Trump, if re-elected, might impose a 10% tariff on all imported goods, which could significantly affect the automotive sector due to its reliance on cross-border supply chains. The article notes that such tariffs could disrupt the integrated manufacturing processes between the U.S. and Mexico, potentially leading to increased costs for American car manufacturers and consumers. It also mentions the broader implications for trade relations and the ongoing debate about protectionism versus free trade in the automotive industry.
Read the Full Digi Times Article at [ https://www.digitimes.com/news/a20241122PD209/automotive-industry-tariff-auto-components-mexico.html ]
Read the Full Digi Times Article at [ https://www.digitimes.com/news/a20241122PD209/automotive-industry-tariff-auto-components-mexico.html ]
