US automakers say Trump’s 15% tariff deal with Japan puts them at a disadvantage
UNITED STATES, JUL 23 – U.S. automakers say the trade deal lowers Japanese vehicle tariffs to 15% but keeps higher tariffs on Mexico and Canada, creating a competitive disadvantage, the American Automotive Policy Council said.
- U.S. automakers are concerned that President Donald Trump's 15% tariff on Japanese vehicles will disadvantage them, as they face higher import taxes on materials and parts than their competitors from Japan.
- Matt Blunt, president of the American Automotive Policy Council, stated that U.S. companies face a 50% tariff on steel and aluminum, and a 25% tariff on parts.
- Automakers, including General Motors and Stellantis, reported significant financial losses attributed to Trump's tariffs, with General Motors indicating a loss of $1 billion in the second quarter.
- Trump's agreement includes Japan investing $550 billion in U.S. projects while U.S. automakers call the deal a bad one, expecting it to adversely affect their market conditions.
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U.S. car companies are protesting President Donald Trump’s new trade deal with Japan, saying it gives that country’s automakers an unfair advantage. The deal calls for a 15% tariff on Japanese-made vehicles, far less than the levies American companies have to pay on imported steel, aluminum and other parts to manufacture vehicles domestically. Copy URL Save image Email Facebook Twitter / X Reddit Unbiased. Straight Facts.TM…
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