Overview

• The tariff will apply to medium-duty trucks and certain classes of heavy-duty vehicles, with categories reported to include freight haulers, specialized trucks, buses and refuse trucks.
• President Trump said the measure is intended to support domestic producers and protect national security.
• Industry imports most affected are sourced from Mexico, and manufacturers with Mexican production such as Stellantis and Daimler Truck could face higher costs.
• The U.S. Chamber of Commerce urged the Commerce Department to refrain from the duties, noting the vehicles largely come from allies including Mexico, Canada, Japan, Germany and Finland.
• The new levy extends this year’s broader tariff campaign on vehicles and related sectors, with implementation details and any exemptions to be handled by the Commerce Department.