Trump Tariffs: One-Month Reprieve for Automakers, But What About Tesla & Canada? 

Trump’s trade war tactics are back, and Canada is in the crosshairs. A one-month reprieve for automakers under CUSMA raises some interesting questions. Is this a genuine olive branch or a strategic maneuver to pressure American auto production? How will this impact Tesla, given its non-reliance on CUSMA? Could this even be an advantageous situation for Tesla in the long run?

Beyond autos, the broader tariff implications are concerning. Canada’s retaliatory measures seem poised to escalate the conflict. How will this impact the Canadian economy, particularly considering the provinces’ varying stances on leveraging resources like oil and potash? Will this trade war accelerate the shift towards domestic manufacturing and supply chains in North America? What long-term effects will this have on the relationship between the US and Canada?

Considering Éric Blais suggestion of 100% tariffs on Teslas, is this a realistic possibility and what impact would it have on Tesla's market share in Canada? Could this spark a global trend of protectionist measures targeting specific companies? This trade war has the potential to reshape the automotive landscape and international trade relations. What are your predictions for the future?