Tariffs

China’s Export Policies Are Reshaping North American Car Tariff Strategy—Here’s What You Need to Know

China’s Export Policies Are Reshaping North American Car Tariff Strategy—Here’s What You Need to Know

As global trade tensions continue to evolve, China’s recent export restrictions on key automotive materials and finished vehicles have triggered a domino effect that’s reshaping tariff strategies worldwide—especially between the United States and Canada. The ripple effect is being felt across North American borders, raising transport costs, straining logistics networks, and forcing shippers to rethink […]

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Rising Steel Tariffs and Their Effect on Vehicle Import Costs in North America

Rising Steel Tariffs and Their Effect on Vehicle Import Costs in North America

Are rising steel tariffs reshaping the cost of importing vehicles across North America? With new policy changes taking effect, many businesses and consumers are starting to feel the pressure of increased transportation and production expenses tied to key materials such as steel and aluminum. In recent years, North America has seen multiple waves of tariff

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How U.S.–Canada Auto Tariffs Are Impacting Cross‑Border Vehicle Transport Costs

How U.S.–Canada Auto Tariffs Are Impacting Cross‑Border Vehicle Transport Costs

On April 3, 2025, the U.S. government enacted a significant trade policy shift—a 25% tariff on imported vehicles from Canada and Mexico. This decision has sent waves across the entire auto industry, but perhaps none more so than cross-border vehicle logistics. Whether you’re a dealership moving bulk orders or a private individual shipping a single

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How Vehicle Import Tariffs Between the U.S. and Canada Are Shaping North America’s Economy

How Vehicle Import Tariffs Between the U.S. and Canada Are Shaping North America’s Economy

At US Canada Auto Transport, we’ve spent years navigating the complexities of cross-border vehicle transportation. But beyond the logistics, there’s a bigger economic picture to consider—one shaped by rising tariffs and shifting trade policies. Grasping the broader economic effects of tariffs is essential, whether you’re a private car importer or a company dependent on efficient

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Preparing for Potential Delays in Cross-Border Auto Transport Due to Tariffs

Preparing for Potential Delays in Cross-Border Auto Transport Due to Tariffs

When you’re planning to transport a vehicle across international borders, there’s already enough to think about—documentation, timing, and the right auto transport company, just to name a few. But lately, there’s another layer of complexity to consider: tariffs. Whether you’re moving between the U.S. and Canada or shipping a car to Mexico, changing trade policies

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Vehicle Import Tariffs 2025: Latest Tariff Information for Importing Into the USA

Thinking of bringing a vehicle into the U.S. from Canada or overseas? Maybe you’re relocating for work, buying a car you can’t find stateside, or bringing back a favorite ride from your travels. Sounds exciting—until you realize importing a car isn’t just about logistics. It’s also about tariffs. And depending on your car’s origin and

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Why It Will Be Difficult to Disentangle North America’s Automotive Supply Chains

Beginning from 3 April 2025, all vehicles assembled in Canada or Mexico entering into the United States are being subjected to a 25% tariff. Though President Trump has backed away from most of his “liberation day tariffs,” those that were imposed on the auto sector remain in place. The President’s ultimate goal is to bring

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Shipping a Car Between U.S. and Canada in 2025? What the New Tariffs Really Mean for You

The headlines are heating up again — U.S. President Donald Trump has reinstated a 25% tariff on imported vehicles, and Canada’s new Prime Minister, Mark Carney, has announced retaliatory tariffs on U.S.-made cars. If you’re planning to ship a vehicle across the border in 2025, this may sound like bad news. But don’t worry —

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