Statement from Autos Drive America on U.S.-Canada Trade Negotiations

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Jennifer Safavian, President and CEO of Autos Drive America, today released the following statement:

“The escalating tensions between the U.S. and Canada will continue to harm both countries’ auto industries and we are disappointed that the two nations were not able to reach an agreement. The negative impact is already being felt with U.S. auto exports to Canada down 23% over the past year.

The U.S. auto industry’s continued success relies upon strong and stable partnerships across North America. We urge all parties to continue negotiations to finalize an interim deal and create a path toward a strengthened USMCA.”