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Auto Production Tumbles in Canada Before Trump's Return as Detroit Pulls Back


Published on 2024-12-06 23:42:21 - Bloomberg L.P.
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  • Canadian automobile plants are set to produce about 1.3 million vehicles this year, the lowest level in decades outside the Covid pandemic, as US companies idle factories in the country amid slowing demand,

The article from Bloomberg discusses a significant decline in Canadian auto production as the industry braces for potential changes with the possible return of Donald Trump to the presidency. Detroit automakers, including Ford, General Motors, and Stellantis, have scaled back their investments and production in Canada due to uncertainties surrounding U.S. trade policies, particularly the renegotiation of the USMCA (United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement). This pullback has led to a sharp decrease in vehicle manufacturing, with Canadian auto plants operating well below capacity. The article highlights concerns over job losses, economic impact, and the future of the Canadian auto sector, which has historically been closely tied to U.S. market dynamics. Additionally, it notes that Canadian policymakers are attempting to diversify the automotive supply chain and invest in electric vehicle production to mitigate these risks, but the immediate future remains uncertain as the industry navigates potential policy shifts from the U.S.

Read the Full Bloomberg L.P. Article at:
[ https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-12-06/auto-production-tumbles-in-canada-before-trump-return-as-detroit-pulls-back ]