AIAG Customs & Trade Virtual Event: Tariffs Overview

Tariffs have become a defining force in U.S. trade and industrial policy, reshaping sourcing decisions, manufacturing strategies, and cross-border supply chains throughout the automotive sector. This session will examine the key economic, political, and regulatory factors driving today's tariff environment, provide insight into what may be next, and explore the implications for OEMs, suppliers, and trade professionals navigating an increasingly complex landscape.

As governments increasingly leverage tariffs to advance economic and national security objectives, automotive companies face a rapidly evolving trade environment. Gain insight into the geopolitical trends driving tariff policy and what OEMs, suppliers, and industry stakeholders should consider as they navigate risk, cost pressures, and supply chain transformation.

What does the future hold for Mexico's automotive sector amid tariff pressures and the upcoming USMCA review? This session explores the policy developments, investment trends, and supply chain dynamics shaping the future of North American automotive competitiveness.

Our presentation will walk you through Canada's surtaxes, mainly on imported steel derivative goods, covering their legislative basis, subject HS classifications, and the universal country scope. We will then detail the companion Remission Orders, including automatic exemptions, qualifying sectors (health care, public safety, national defense, wind towers), and the Special Authority OIC codes used to claim relief in CARM. We will wrap up with the basics on the evidence and record keeping requirements in Canada, the filing window, and a Q&A.

As tariff measures continue to evolve, importers must move beyond monitoring developments and focus on execution. This session examines the operational impact of Section 301, Section 232, tariff classification, and entry strategy considerations, helping organizations translate policy changes into informed and defensible import decisions.

In an era of heightened trade enforcement and tariff scrutiny, supply chain resilience requires more than compliance alone. Learn how CTPAT and related customs programs can help strengthen security, improve operational efficiency, reduce risk, and support long-term supply chain performance across the automotive ecosystem.