WASHINGTON, D.C.—Jennifer Safavian, President and CEO of Autos Drive America, today released the following statement in response to the 25% tariffs on imported vehicles and parts:
“Tariffs on imported autos and auto parts will have a tremendous impact on the entire U.S. auto industry. Our member companies, who operate 31 manufacturing facilities across the United States, have spent the last forty years building the highly-integrated supply chains that power North American auto manufacturing. It is impossible to rebuild those supply chains in a matter of weeks, especially with the added financial burden of tariffs. While we share the President’s goal of bringing more manufacturing to the United States, we must do so in a way that protects American manufacturing jobs, supports suppliers, provides affordable options for consumers, and allows the industry to remain competitive.”
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About Autos Drive America
Autos Drive America represents the U.S. operations of international motor vehicle manufacturers integral to America’s workforce, communities, and economy. Autos Drive America’s members collectively produce nearly half the vehicles made in the United States. Together, they have invested $109 billion into their U.S. operations and support more than 2.4 million American jobs. As the voice of international automakers in the United States, Autos Drive America’s mission is to strengthen the U.S. automotive industry by advocating for trade and investment policies that expand jobs, trade, and economic growth in America.
