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Tariffs Put More Pressure on Auto Glass Shops
Tariff costs are beginning to show up in what auto glass shops pay for windshields. Reymundo Menchaca, owner of Auto Glass Pros in San Antonio, Texas, has seen glass prices increase about 5% to 10%. “As a business, we have … Continue reading
New Tariffs on Imports from 60 Countries
While the Supreme Court has blocked the steep tariffs imposed by the White House in early 2025, the administration has enacted new tariffs. The United States Trade Representative Office (USTRO) issued a statement detailing the new tariffs. USTRO says these … Continue reading
Fuyao Warns U.S. Plants Could Close if Tariffs Bite
The auto glass plant featured in the documentary “An American Factory” may shut its doors if tariffs take too much of a toll, according to reports in Chinese media, but that doesn’t appear to be on the horizon yet. “If … Continue reading
Tariff Refund Portal Opens
Certain auto glass suppliers may now be reimbursed for tariff costs. A portal for importers to claim refunds opened the morning of April 20. U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) manages the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) portal. … Continue reading
Tariff Ruling Offers Little Immediate Relief for Industry
Though the Supreme Court has struck down the White House’s tariffs implemented by executive order, auto glass companies may not see financial pressure lift anytime soon. Distributors and others who import auto glass will likely have to wait out litigation … Continue reading
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Rising Recalibrations, Tariffs and Labor Shifts Shaped 2025, Data Company Says
Repair and replacement companies that also offer recalibration can expect demand for that service to continue to grow in volume and complexity soon, according to data analysis by CCC Intelligent Solutions. The data and intelligence company recently released its 2025 … Continue reading
NSG Financial Report Addresses U.S. Tariff Costs, “Notably Weak” European Profits
Nippon Sheet Glass (NSG) chief financial officer Hiroshi Aiura explained that tariffs on imports to the United States have a “limited” impact on the company because “the glass business is fundamentally a local production for local consumption business,” and NSG … Continue reading
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Car Companies are Paying Tariffs so Consumers Don’t Have To
So far, the White House’s trade policies have had almost no effect on new car prices. But almost no one expects that to last. Read more here.
Commercial Vehicle Forecast Cut for 2025
Trucking industry tariffs and broader economic uncertainties have led to a downward revision in S&P Global Mobility’s 2025 global commercial vehicle forecast. Read more here.
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Businesses in Des Moines Adapt To Rising Costs Amid Tariff Increases
An Iowa auto glass business is finding creative ways to manage rising costs after the White House’s decision to increase tariffs on Chinese imports. Read more here.
Experts Warn of Global Shift That Could Cause Car Insurance Prices To Skyrocket
Insurance industry experts are bracing for impact following the current administration’s tariff announcements. Read more here.
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Tariffs and Retaliation to Affect Glass, Automotive Industries
The previously paused tariffs on imports from Canada, China and Mexico went into effect early this morning. With Canada and China already retaliating, this decision will affect the glass and automotive industries. The current administration announced Monday that, effective March … Continue reading
How Tariffs Could Impact the Cost of Auto Insurance
The tariffs on products from Canada, Mexico and China may drive up costs for auto repairs and possibly insurance, too. Read more here.
Tariffs Imposed by White House Will Impact Auto Industry
The current presidential administration’s long-anticipated tariffs against Canada, China and Mexico were officially announced this past Saturday. These tariffs could potentially impact the automotive industry. According to a White House fact sheet, the United States will implement 25% additional tariffs … Continue reading
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Tariffs Spark Conversation at Auto Glass Week™
On the opening day of Auto Glass Week™ 2018, Henri Tam, president at Xinyi Auto Glass North America, said news of the tariffs affecting auto glass was a huge topic of conversation among attendees. “We will have to pass these … Continue reading
Tariff Tiff Escalates Between China and the U.S.
Last week, the tariff conflict between China and the U.S. escalated, with the U.S. declaring that it intends to hit 1,300 more Chinese products with 25 percent tariffs. Soon after, China retaliated, announcing plans to impose 25-percent tariffs on 106 … Continue reading
U.S. Business Associations Oppose Tariffs
A lengthy list of U.S. business associations and groups, including several related to the auto parts industry, have sent a letter to the current administration opposing the imposition of tariffs. They contend these tariffs could potentially harm the U.S. economy and its global competitiveness, according to the letter. Continue reading