Auto Care Association CEO, Mexican Ambassador Bárcena Discuss USMCA, Industry Promotion And Trade Missions
During the meeting, Ambassador Bárcena expressed Mexico’s support for the USMCA and discussed ways the association can promote the trade agreement’s passage in Congress, as well as help its members with compliance, should the agreement be approved.
MEMA And AASA Strongly Oppose New Tariffs On Mexico Imports; Urges Return To The Hard Work Of Implementing The USMCA
AASA and MEMA say they share President Trump’s concerns about security at the U.S. – Mexico border. However, imposing tariffs on all goods crossing the Mexican border will not provide a more secure border, the associations believe.
MEMA Calls On Congress To Pass USMCA
The Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association (MEMA) issued a statement today from Bill Long, president and CEO of MEMA and current president and COO of AASA, urging Congress to pass the US-Mexico-Canada Agreement, created by the Trump administration to replace the 25-year-old NAFTA agreement.
MEMA, OESA Host Vice President Pence In Detroit To Discuss USMCA
MEMA President and CEO Bill Long introduced Vice President Pence, who had come to the Detroit area to garner support for the proposed United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA).
Survey Finds 63 Percent Of Auto Execs Believe Production Costs Will Increase Due To USMCA
With the U.S. Mexico Canada Agreement negotiated and tariffs looming, automotive executives are bracing for major changes to their supply chain, according to new research from LevaData.
Auto Care Association President And CEO Bill Hanvey Testifies On USMCA Investigation
Hanvey explained that although “the USMCA will result in increased investment and/or reshoring of production into North American supply chains,” the Auto Care Association is concerned with a few provisions in the USMCA, including increased rules of origin, new certification requirements, sunset provision and quotas capping imports exempt from the pending Section 232 autos and auto parts investigation.
Mexico Site Selection for Automotive OEMs & Suppliers
Swedback discusses why foreign automotive companies are locating operations in Mexico, and the most important issues they need to know about, among other topics.
China OEMs: Growing Protectionism Sentiment in US Govt.
Glick discusses whether trade issues, particularly with China, will be decisive in the upcoming election, among other topics.
MEMA Celebrates 120th Anniversary
MEMA said the milestone “underscores the association’s enduring legacy and its pivotal role in advancing the future of mobility and the interests of vehicle suppliers.”
The Future of MEMA with Bill Long
Bill Long, MEMA president and CEO, outlines a forward-looking strategy focusing on advocacy, sustainability and competitiveness in the evolving automotive landscape, as the association celebrates its 120th anniversary milestone and legacy.
