The Impact of Trade and Tariffs on the Aftermarket
While there are numerous components that make up “landed costs,” duties, taxes and tariffs are a huge factor and can often be a detriment to global trade, says Thomas Cook, managing director at Blue Tiger International.
Section 301 Tariffs & Circumvention: A Closer Look
There’s buzz suggesting that these tariffs are likely here to stay, possibly with even steeper charges on specific items.
Section 301 Tariffs on China Imports: A 4-Year Review
Leslie A. Glick, Butzel Long attorney, and co-chair of its International Trade & Customs Specialty team, talks tariffs.
Auto Care Association Testifies on Section 301 Tariffs
Auto Care’s Bill Hanvey testified on the economic impacts of the Section 301 tariffs on U.S. industries.
USTR Announces 4-Year Review Process of China 301 Tariffs
This may result in the possible termination of the tariff actions.
DOC Revises Tariffs on Chinese TBR Tires
The department conducted a review of the tariffs this year on 41 Chinese companies.
Impacts Of The US-EU Steel/Aluminum 232 Tariff Deal
What is the most recent trade development between the U.S. and the EU and how does it affect the U.S. auto industry?
DOC: Tariffs to Remain on Certain Imported PLT Tires
The U.S. Department of Commerce has affirmed its preliminary findings that passenger and light truck tires imported from South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand and Vietnam are being dumped in the U.S.
Katherine Tai Named Next US Trade Rep
Nominated in December 2020, she was confirmed by the U.S. Senate unanimously by a vote of 98-0.
Legislative Update
Let’s take a look at some key issues impacting the industry in the coming months.
US Importer Sues USTR For Section 301 List 3 Tariffs
Deadline to participate in complaint is Sept. 21, 2020.
GSP Warns Customers Of Possible Tariff Price Increases
The Office of the United States Trade Representative’s exclusion on Section 301 tariff for CV Axles scheduled to expire.
