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Trump Announces Plans to Increase Tariffs on Canadian Automobiles and Auto Parts
Trump Announces Plans to Increase Tariffs on Canadian Automobiles and Auto Parts On August 24, 2026, President Donald Trump announced plans to increase tariffs on Canadian automobiles, automotive parts, and steel to 50% beginning on January 1, 2027. President Trump made the announcement in a post on Truth Social stating, “Canada has been ripping off…
Read MoreSenate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee Advances Connected Vehicle Security Act
Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee Advances Connected Vehicle Security Act On Wednesday, July 22, the U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation held a markup of seven bills, including S. 4429, the Connected Vehicle Security Act of 2026, which was approved by voice vote with two adopted amendments. The legislation would prohibit the importation,…
Read MoreHouse Subcommittee Examines the Role of Modern Apprenticeships in Workforce Development
House Subcommittee Examines the Role of Modern Apprenticeships in Workforce Development On June 24, 2026, the U.S. House Committee on Education and Workforce’s Subcommittee on Higher Education and Workforce Development held a hearing titled “Workforce Rewired: Modern Apprenticeships for a Modern Economy.” The hearing examined the role apprenticeship programs play in preparing workers for today’s evolving economy…
Read MoreNHTSA Urges Automated Driving System Developers to Improve Law Enforcement Interactions
NHTSA Urges Automated Driving System Developers to Improve Law Enforcement Interactions On July 8, 2026, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Administrator Jonathan Morrison issued a letter to developers of driverless automated driving systems (ADS), urging them to prioritize improving automated vehicles’ interactions with law enforcement. The letter encourages developers to ensure that automated driving…
Read MorePresident Trump Signs Memorandum Promoting Freedom to Fix
President Trump Signs Memorandum Promoting Freedom to Fix President Trump released a Memorandum for the Administrator of the EPA today titled “Lowering the Cost of Living by Promoting the Freedom to Fix”. The memorandum focuses on reducing regulatory barriers and directs the EPA to clarify what actions individuals may take on their own vehicles to…
Read MoreHouse Committees Schedule Markups on Key Automotive Legislation
House Committees Schedule Markups on Key Automotive Legislation The U.S. House Committees on Energy and Commerce and Transportation and Infrastructure have announced full committee markups scheduled for May 21, 2026, which will include consideration of several automotive-related legislative proposals. The House Committee on Energy and Commerce will begin its markup at 10:00 a.m. ET and…
Read MoreEPA Proposes Two-Year Delay to Vehicle Emissions Standards
EPA Proposes Two-Year Delay to Vehicle Emissions Standards EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin announced a proposed rollback of Biden-era vehicle emissions standards by delaying compliance deadlines for light- and medium-duty vehicles by two years, moving them to model year 2029. The EPA says the change is intended to increase consumer choice, lower vehicle costs, and respond…
Read MoreTrump Announces 25% Tariff on EU Vehicle Imports
Trump Announces 25% Tariff on EU Vehicle Imports On May 1, 2026, President Trump announced in a Truth Social post that he plans to implement a 25% tariff on all cars and trucks imported from the European Union. The move follows delays by the European Parliament in advancing legislation tied to trade commitments outlined in…
Read MoreInternational Trade Commission Investigation of Certain Vehicle Parts and Components
International Trade Commission Investigation of Certain Vehicle Parts and Components On March 12, 2026, the U.S. International Trade Commission announced in the Federal Register that it has instituted an investigation following a complaint filed by General Motors in early February. According to the notice, the complaint alleges violations of Section 337 related to “the importation into the United States, the sale…
Read MoreASA Driven By Policy Newsletter: February 2026
ASA Driven By Policy Newsletter: February 2026 Click here to view the February 2026 edition of the Driven By Policy Newsletter. Categories Auto Repair Automotive Parts Clean Air Watch EPA Featured Information Availability Insurance Issues New Vehicle Technologies Replacement Crash Parts Service Information Small Business Uncategorized Vehicle Inspections Vehicle Safety Archives Archives Select Month August…
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