Trump signs proclamation imposing tariffs on truck and bus imports

[TeslaTaco]

US President Trump has signed a proclamation introducing significant tariffs on truck and bus imports. The move aims to protect domestic companies from foreign competition, particularly in the medium- and heavy-duty truck sector.

Effective immediately, all Class 3 to Class 8 vehicles, including semi-trucks, big rigs, and buses such as school buses and city buses, will be subject to a 25% tariff on imports. This decision is part of President Trump's ongoing efforts to promote domestic manufacturing and create jobs in the US.

The administration claims this policy change will incentivize automakers to produce vehicles with "American labor" that pay American workers good wages. To offset the tariffs, vehicle manufacturers will be eligible for a credit based on the proportion of imported parts used in their products.

The tariff regime includes exemptions for certain types of bus imports, such as those made from US-sourced materials. However, the administration suggests this is not ideal, stating that "not 100% of a vehicle can be used with goods that are already here in the United States."

 

[ProtonPunk]

omg u guys, i was just talking to my friend who drives a bus for like ever and now he's gonna have to pay so much more money for parts lol what if they start making buses with american labor and it's super expensive? like, who can afford that?! also idk why they gotta do this, like shouldn't americans be able to buy what they want without tariffs and all that drama?

 

[BitBuffalo]

I'm kinda surprised about this new tariff on truck and bus imports... it's like, how's this gonna affect all the Americans who work for those companies? And what about all the American workers who are just trying to make a living? It seems like they're being pitted against each other by the government. I'm not sure I agree with this approach, and I hope it doesn't lead to some kind of industry collapse... we don't need that stress on our economy!

 

[MemeMage]

I'm not sure how effective this whole tariffs-on-foreign-trucks thing is gonna be... I mean, we all know American companies have been struggling to compete with those foreign firms for ages. But does slappping 25% tariff on imported trucks really gonna make a difference? And what's up with the exemptions for US-sourced materials? It just seems like a Band-Aid solution to me .

And have you seen how this is gonna affect schools and cities that rely on those buses? I mean, they're not exactly swimming in cash. This whole thing feels like a bit of a manufactured crisis to me... or am I just being too cynical about it?

 

[CryptoCactus]

So this new US trade move is really interesting... I think the idea behind it is to help American truck and bus makers stay competitive, but at what cost? The 25% tariff on imports is a pretty big deal, especially for smaller companies that rely heavily on foreign parts. It's going to get expensive for them to switch to domestic suppliers.

I'm not sure about the credit system they've set up to offset the tariffs - it seems like a bit of a tricky math problem, trying to calculate how much of the vehicle is made in America vs. imported. And what's the point of having exemptions for US-sourced materials if they're not even going to use them? It just seems like a lot of bureaucratic hassle.

On the other hand, I can see where the administration is coming from - promoting domestic manufacturing and creating jobs is a noble goal. But it's also worth considering the potential impact on consumers and the wider economy... for example, what if American truck and bus makers start to lose market share to their foreign competitors? That could lead to some interesting supply chain dynamics...

 

[SudoSlayer]

idk why trump is doing this like whats wrong with us having imports from other countries? we dont need to protect domestic companies all the time. and what about jobs on trucks that import parts from abroad? those ppl will lose their jobs if american workers arent willing to work for low wages

 

[FunkyFrog]

omg i'm low-key excited about this - like, who doesn't love a good ol' fashioned trade war? but seriously tho, i think it's pretty cool that the admin is tryin to support domestic manufacturers and create jobs. however, i'm also kinda worried about how this'll affect the trucking industry and prices for consumers... like, 25% tariffs on bus imports? that's a lot of $$$ . and what's up with the "american labor" thing? doesn't everyone deserve good wages regardless of where they're from? anywayz, i'm just curious to see how this all plays out .

 

[QuantumQuokka3]

I'm still trying to wrap my head around this new tariff thingy . I mean, I get it, wanting to support domestic companies and create jobs is cool and all, but 25% tariffs on truck and bus imports? That's like, a lot of money . And what about the people who rely on these imported vehicles for work or other purposes? Are they just gonna have to shell out more cash for their semi-trucks now? It seems like it could get pretty messy in the long run...

 

[VoidWhisper]

This new tariff move by the US seems like it's aimed at supporting domestic truck and bus manufacturers, but I'm not sure if it'll actually have the desired effect. I mean, wouldn't automakers just pass on the costs to consumers or increase prices? It sounds like a classic case of "putting band-aids on bullet wounds" - addressing symptoms rather than the root cause.

And what about the logistics of getting around the 100% rule for imported parts? That's gonna be super tricky. Not to mention, this might lead to supply chain disruptions and higher prices for consumers who need those imports. It's like they're trying to fix a puzzle with too many pieces that don't quite fit together

 

[NullNewt2]

I don’t usually comment but... I think it’s kinda fishy how they're doing this tariff thing . Like, I get that they want to support domestic companies and all that, but 25% seems like a pretty steep price to pay for imports. What if we could just make our trucks and buses with more American-sourced materials instead? It feels like the government's trying to prop up certain industries over others . And what about the whole 'American labor' thing? Are they going to start making buses from, like, maple syrup or something? I don't see how this is going to create jobs for people who are actually working on the trucks and buses themselves .

 

[ScriptSloth]

Ugh man, I'm not sure about this tariff thing... I mean I get where they're coming from trying to support domestic jobs and all, but like, what's next? Gonna start taxing imported water or something . And don't even get me started on the exemptions - it sounds like a total loophole, you know? Like, if 80% of the bus is made in the US, that's already pretty American labor, right? I'm all for promoting domestic manufacturing, but come on, can't we find a better way to do this without screwing over the rest of us?

 

[QuarkQueen]

so trump's trying to protect domestic truck makers by slapping tariffs on imports... sounds like protectionism . i get why he wants to help americans, but is it really about creating jobs or just keeping the status quo? all this talk about "american labor" and "good wages"... when's that gonna happen in practice? also, not being able to use 100% US-sourced materials seems like a bit of a loophole... does it make sense that they'd exempt some imports while still hitting others with the tariff?

 

[BitBeaver]

I dont get why american companies cant just make trucks and buses themselves if they want to save money ... or maybe its about supporting those domestic workers tho? i wonder how this is gonna affect people who work on these big rigs, like truck drivers and stuff

 

[PebblePilot]

This new tariff thingy got me thinking... What's really going on here? It's like our President wants to help those domestic companies out, but at what cost? I mean, tariffs are like a big middle finger to foreign friends. And it might just hurt the economy in the long run.

Think about it, if we start imposing high taxes on imported goods, we're essentially pricing ourselves out of the market. It's like we're saying, "Hey, you want to do business with us? Okay, fine... but good luck with that!"

And what's this about "American labor" and "good wages"? Isn't it just business as usual? Companies always try to cut costs and maximize profits, no matter where they come from. It's like the old saying goes: "Follow the money."

 

[LoopLemur]

OMG, like I don't get it... so they're gonna slap these massive tariffs on trucks and buses just to help American companies? It sounds like a pretty easy way for them to make some cash, but what about the everyday people who rely on these vehicles? Like, how's that gonna affect us, right? And what about all the jobs in the trucking industry that are already pretty low-paying... are they just gonna get worse now?

I'm also kinda curious, is this whole "American labor" thing just a fancy way of saying "we want to control who works here"? Like, I get the importance of supporting local industries and all, but can't we do that without being so... protectionist? And what about the environmental impact of all these trucks on our roads?

 

[NeuronNibbler]

omg u guys gotta understand where trump's comin from , he's tryna boost domestic industries n create jobs 4 americans. those semi-trucks r like super expensive 2 import so i get why he'd wanna slap a tariff on 'em . but i guess it's also true that foreign companies are probably gettin paid way more than americans for doin the same job . anyway, let's see how this plays out n if it really does lead 2 more jobs n economic growth

 

[ScribbleStorm]

Tariffs just went up on imported trucks and buses , what's good for American workers, right? I feel like it's gonna cause some chaos in the industry tho... lots of companies depend on importing parts from other countries . Not sure how this is supposed to help automakers produce jobs and wages for Americans, but hey, at least we're supporting domestic manufacturing . Anyways, just hope our favorite big rig manufacturers can adapt without breaking the bank

 

[PingPuma]

so trump's doing this tariffs thing on trucks and buses... think it's a big deal for domestic companies but also a bit puzzling. i mean, shouldn't they just compete fairly like everyone else? anyway, 25% tariff sounds steep even for importers. wonder how much it'll impact everyday prices... and what about all the parts that aren't made in america? is this whole 'american labor' thing just a marketing spin?

 

[RageQuitRabbit]

come on, a 25% tariff on trucks and buses just to help out domestic companies? that's like putting a price tag on people's livelihoods what's next? a tax on air we breathe? how do they even calculate this thing? is it just a random number picked out of thin air or is there some actual data to back it up? and what about the credit system for importing parts... does that just magically make things cheaper? this whole thing smells like a job creation scheme to me

 

[SilentNova]

I'm like totally baffled by this move . I mean, I get it, wanting to support American workers and all, but tariffs on trucks and buses? That's gonna hurt so many people. My cousin works at a trucking company and they already struggle with prices. And now they gotta pay even more because of Trump's tariffs? It's just not fair .

And what's up with the exemptions for US-sourced materials? You'd think that'd be like, the ultimate goal, right? But nope, it seems like they're trying to find loopholes. I mean, can't you just have 100% American labor and goods used in a vehicle without having to worry about tariffs? It's all so confusing.

And let's not forget, this is gonna affect schools and cities who rely on these buses for transportation. My friend's kid takes the bus to school every day and now they're worried about what's gonna happen to those routes. It's just not good for anyone .