Press Releases, Trade

Statement from Autos Drive America on Trump Administration’s Announced Trade Deal with Japan

July 23, 2025

“Autos Drive America is encouraged by the Trump administration’s’ announced trade deal with Japan and we are eager to see more details.

“International automakers have invested more than $124 billion in their U.S. operations over the past thirty years, and the certainty provided by this agreement allows them to plan for greater investment, bringing even more production to our shores and providing affordable options for American consumers.”

“International automakers represent the growth of the U.S. auto industry, having out-produced the Detroit 3 in U.S. production for the past two years. Now, we urge the Trump administration to swiftly reach similar agreements with other allies and partners, especially the European Union, South Korea, Canada and Mexico. We share President Trump’s vision to make the U.S. the worldwide center of automotive production, and our member companies need stability in order to create an environment where we can maintain our competitive edge both in the U.S. and on the global stage.”