Eight percent of Canadian carriers have already cut head count as a result of the introduction of tariffs by the Trump administration in recent weeks.
April 20, 2025tariffs News Updates
Keep up with the latest insights into tariffs news with Transport Topics coverage. Our reporters are digging deep to find the most timely, relevant, and actionable information for everyone in logistics. Stay informed on US industry trends, canada tariff market shifts, and key developments that impact trucking and logistics professionals.
Canadian Carriers Cut Head Count Due to Tariff War
Hertz Wins Over Ackman in Bet Tariffs Will Raise Value of Cars
Bill Ackmans Pershing Square Capital Management has amassed a nearly 20% stake in Hertz in a bet on the rental car companys turnaround plan and that tariffs will boost the value of its vehicles.
April 18, 2025VW CEO Floats US Audi Production to Skirt Tariffs
Volkswagen may build some Audi cars in the U.S. in a bid to avert President Donald Trumps tariffs, its chief executive told Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung in an interview April 18.
April 18, 2025Mazda to Pause US Production of CX-50 Cars Set for Canada
Mazda will pause exporting one model type to Canada that it makes in the U.S. as a temporary countermeasure to President Donald Trumps tariffs, a spokesperson said April 18.
April 18, 2025New US Ambassador to Japan Optimistic on Tariff Deal
The new U.S. ambassador to Japan arrived in Tokyo on April 18 and said he is optimistic that his country and its key Asian ally will reach a deal in their ongoing tariff negotiations.
April 18, 2025Trump Says Hes in No Rush to End Tariffs
President Donald Trump said April 17 that he is in no rush to reach any trade deals because of the revenue his tariffs are generating.
April 17, 2025US, Japan to Conduct Second Round of Trade Talks
Preparations are underway for a second round of tariff talks to take place later this month, Japans lead negotiator, Ryosei Akazawa, said in Washington on April 16.
April 17, 2025Ford to Raise Car Prices This Summer Unless Tariffs Ease
Ford is preparing to raise prices on cars rolling off assembly lines starting next month if President Donald Trump doesnt deliver on the tariff relief he has hinted at for automakers.
April 17, 2025Retail Sales Increase 1.4% in March Ahead of Tariffs
U.S. shoppers stepped up their shopping last month, fueled by a spending spree on big-ticket items, particularly cars, before President Donald Trumps expansive new tariffs kicked in.
April 17, 2025WTO Slashes Global Trade Outlook on Trump Tariff Disruptions
The World Trade Organization slashed its forecast for merchandise trade this year as soaring U.S. tariffs and broader uncertainty hammer international commerce.
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