FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
April 29, 2025
Contact: media@americanautomakers.org
American Automakers Statement on Trump Administration Announcement on Section 232 Tariffs and Import Adjustment Offset
Washington, D.C. – American Automotive Policy Council President Matt Blunt today issued the following statement on the Trump administration’s announcement on Section 232 tariffs and import adjustment offset:
"American Automakers Ford, GM, and Stellantis appreciate the administration’s clarification that tariffs will not be layered on top of the existing Section 232 tariffs on autos and auto parts. Applying multiple tariffs to the same product or part was a significant concern for American Automakers, and we are glad to see this addressed. We also welcome the import adjustment offset and the recognition of the significant economic contributions of U.S.-based automakers. We will review the details of the Executive Order closely to assess how effectively it will mitigate the impact of tariffs on American Automakers, our domestic supply chains and ultimately American consumers. American Automakers remain committed to working with President Trump and his administration to promote policies that strengthen U.S. automotive manufacturing and support American jobs,” said Governor Matt Blunt, president of the American Automotive Policy Council.
The American Automotive Policy Council (AAPC) represents American Automakers Ford Motor Company, General Motors Company and Stellantis. AAPC is a Washington, D.C. association representing the common public policy interests of its member companies.
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