Triple Trouble, But No Hurry, For Automakers Ahead of Tariff Review November 6, 2019 The Trump administration’s section 232 “national security” review of the automotive sector is due to reach a conclusion on Nov. 13. A report from the U.S. Trade Representative to the President is due stating whether there has been sufficient progress in negotiations with Japan and the EU to av... Read more →
Daimler, Toyota Declared National Security Threats as Tariff Leverage Exercised May 21, 2019 The decision by the Trump administration to delay the imposition of section 232 duties on imports of passenger vehicles, drivetrain components and electrical parts will prove to be a major point of leverage in wider trade negotiations with the EU and Japan. A deadline of 180 days has been set ... Read more →