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Why Did Trump Propose a 100-Percent Tariff on Mexican Auto Imports?

The Truth About Cars

Earlier this week, Donald Trump suggested that he would impose a 100 percent tariff on select automobiles manufactured in Mexico — sending the industry into a minor tizzy. Having done some digging into the matter, Trump only appears to be targeting Chinese vehicles being manufactured south of the border. Think of it.

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Trump promises 100% tariff on Mexico-built Chinese cars—EV or not

Baua Electric

In a Saturday campaign speech in Dayton, Ohio, Trump said that over a period of 30 years Mexico has taken away 34% of the automobile manufacturing business in the U.S. Currently cars imported from China are subject to a 25% tariff, while those from Mexico, made with Chinese parts, would only be subject to a 2.5%

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