Automakers race to beat the April 2 deadline in the US tariff countdown

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Automakers race to reroute vehicles before 25% US auto tariffs hit on April 2, straining ports, logistics networks and cross-border supply chains.

US automakers are committed to increasing domestic production and job creation, says Matt Blunt, president of the American Automotive Policy Council, as the industry grapples with the impact of new tariffs. With the push for North American manufacturing set to accelerate, automakers must navigate the complexities of shifting production, protecting margins and maintaining competitiveness in an evolving regulatory landscape.

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