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Trump's Tariffs Hit Truck Industry: Layoffs and Price Hikes Ahead

11/1/2025

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Tariffs on heavy trucks take effect November 1, 2025, with a 25% duty on foreign imports to the U.S. and a 10% duty on buses.
U.S. President Donald Trump justified these tariffs citing national security concerns.
Canadian truck manufacturers, including Edison Motors, face higher costs, potentially adding over $100,000 to prices.
Paccar has announced layoffs due to the tariffs.
Industry leaders propose a Buy Canadian initiative to support domestic production.

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Tariffs on heavy trucks take effect November 1, 2025, with a 25% duty on foreign imports to the U.S. and a 10% duty on buses.
U.S. President Donald Trump justified these tariffs citing national security concerns.
Canadian truck manufacturers, including Edison Motors, face higher costs, potentially adding over $100,000 to prices.
Paccar has announced layoffs due to the tariffs.
Industry leaders propose a Buy Canadian initiative to support domestic production.