In the News: Canada’s China EV Tariff Deal Raises Stakes for North American Auto Jobs
American EV Jobs Alliance was featured in Car Dealership Guy following Canada’s decision to sharply cut tariffs on Chinese-made electric vehicles, a move that could reshape competition across the North American auto market.
In a Jan. 19, 2026 article by Marcus Amick, Car Dealership Guy reports that Canada reduced tariffs on Chinese EV imports from 100% to just 6.1% under a new agreement with China. The deal initially allows up to 49,000 lower-cost Chinese EVs into Canada, expanding to 70,000 vehicles over five years, creating a nearby pool of low-priced supply that could pressure American automakers and dealers.
The article highlights concerns from industry leaders and labor groups on both sides of the border, including warnings that the agreement risks undermining North American auto manufacturing and trade stability ahead of the upcoming USMCA review.
Mike Murphy, CEO of the American EV Jobs Alliance, warned that Canada’s pivot places American automakers and autoworkers in the middle of the most expensive industrial transition in a generation, increasing uncertainty for companies investing billions in U.S.-based EV production.