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President Donald Trump met with General Motors (NYSE:GM) CEO Mary Barra on Wednesday to discuss the automaker’s U.S. investment plans amid rising trade tensions. Trump and Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick have urged automakers to shift more production to the U.S., emphasizing the need for domestic manufacturing growth.
During the meeting, Trump highlighted GM’s intent to invest $60 billion, though details on the timeline remain unclear. Automakers have expressed concerns about policy uncertainty, particularly regarding tariffs and emissions regulations, which impact long-term investment strategies.
Trump recently imposed a 25% tariff increase on steel and aluminum, affecting nearly $150 billion in products, including vehicles and heavy machinery. While most domestic automakers source metals from North America, removing tariff exemptions for Canada and Mexico could drive up costs for suppliers.
Last month, Ford (NYSE:F) CEO Jim Farley warned that a 25% tariff on imports from Mexico and Canada could severely damage the U.S. auto industry. Stellantis (NYSE:STLA) has signaled a willingness to collaborate with Trump on U.S. manufacturing expansion but emphasized the need for gradual changes to protect business operations and consumers.
Trump has also threatened reciprocal tariffs on European, Japanese, and South Korean imports, potentially increasing vehicle costs. With the auto industry at a crossroads, manufacturers are seeking policy stability to make informed investment decisions.
A GM spokesperson stated, "We share President Trump’s goals of a strong and competitive American manufacturing base and economy." As trade policies evolve, automakers remain focused on balancing investments, production costs, and consumer pricing in a rapidly shifting economic landscape.
