Four in 10 Canadian manufacturers moving to US or considering it

Many Canadian manufacturers eyeing U.S. move as trade tensions take a toll: KPMG

A new survey shows trade tensions have some Canadian manufacturers deciding to move production south of the border or delay capital investments. KPMG Canada said on Tuesday that 42 per cent of Canadian manufacturing companies indicated they have or are considering moving production to the United States. Of those considering relocating, 77 per cent expect [] The post Many Canadian manufacturers eyeing U.S. move as trade tensions take a toll: KPMG appeared first on CityNews Montreal.

Why Krugman Thinks We Need Chinese Auto Tariffs

As the United States, Canada, and Mexico prepare to renegotiate the USMCA trade deal, one industry sits squarely at the center of the debate: automobiles. Companies like Linamar depend on highly integrated supply chains that send components across borders multiple times before a vehicle is completed. Nobel laureate Paul Krugman argues that competition from China demands some trade barriers, while Council on Foreign Relations expert Shannon O’Neil says the region’s manufacturing strength depends on cross-border production. Supporters of the agreement warn that uncertainty poses the biggest risk to investment, jobs, and the future of a trade relationship that supports over a trillion dollars in annual commerce. (Source: Bloomberg)

US, Canada, Mexico begin bumpy negotiations to renew N. American trade pact

Tourists from Chattanooga check into beach resorts in Cancun. Canadian auto parts feed factories in the American Midwest – and vice versa. Happy hour revelers raise glasses of Mexican tequila and mezcal at bars in Seattle. It adds up. The United States trades 1.9 trillion a year — 5 billion a day — worth of [] The post US, Canada, Mexico begin bumpy negotiations to renew N. American trade pact appeared first on Egyptian Gazette.

Toyota set to move production out of Tijuana and into Texas

The Japanese automaker will gradually relocate production of the Tacoma model to its San Antonio plant over the next four years. However, Mexico's Economy Ministry hinted at a future investment announcement that may soften the blow. The post Toyota set to move production out of Tijuana and into Texas appeared first on Mexico News Daily

US, Canada, Mexico begin bumpy negotiations to renew North American trade pact

WASHINGTON (AP) — Tourists from Chattanooga check into beach resorts in Cancun. Canadian auto parts feed factories in the American Midwest – and vice versa. Happy Hour revelers raise glasses of Mexican tequila and mezcal at bars in Seattle. It adds up. The United States trades 1.9 trillion a year — 5 billion a day [] The post US, Canada, Mexico begin bumpy negotiations to renew North American trade pact appeared first on Loonie Politics.

Chinese-owned Lotus bets on hybrid SUV for US turnaround

Bruised by tariffs, the British luxury car maker is considering local production.

Major Changes Are Coming to Red Robin—The Chain Just Sold 116 Locations for $96 Million

With the move, more than 200 of Red Robin’s restaurants will be operated by franchisees.

Canada chooses German submarines for navy fleet

Canada is designating German manufacturer TKMS as the preferred supplier for our next fleet of submarines. This will be the largest defence procurement in our nation's history and it will have enormous, lasting benefits for Canadian industries and workers, Carney said.

China aims to ‘infiltrate’ US-Mexico-Canada trade deal, says American manufacturing group

China is trying to “infiltrate” the US-Mexico-Canada trade agreement via Mexican automotive investments, a US manufacturing trade group said, as Washington indicated it would not renew the agreement that comes up for review this month. However, analysts cautioned that full decoupling from China’s automotive industry remains difficult, given North America’s continued dependence on Chinese-sourced motor vehicle components and Mexico’s legacy of export manufacturing plus quick access to the US...

Trio of owners emerge behind 13-ship Huangpu Wenchong boxship haul

Three different owners have emerged as the likely customers behind a newly announced 13-vessel containership package at CSSC Huangpu Wenchong Shipbuilding. The Guangzhou-based yard and CSSC Trading recently disclosed contracts covering 13 boxships of 5,000 teu and above, comprising three 5,300 teu ships, four 6,200 teu units and six 6,400 teu vessels. Multiple shipbroking and

Toys 'R' Us Canada gets court approval to split business among 3 buyers

One of the deals includes the rights to the Toys R Us and Babies R Us Canada names and logos. Another deal includes assets like inventory, leases and equipment, and the final transaction is for a lease at Vaughan Mills mall.

India extends anti-dumping duty on seamless tubes, pipes till Jan 2027

The decision aims to protect local manufacturers from the adverse effects of low-priced imports, with the duty now set to remain in place for an additional 3 years

Consider Kingston for high-speed rail stop, Ottawa tells Alto

So far, the federal government has mandated seven stops: Toronto, Peterborough, Ont., Ottawa, Laval, Que., Montreal, Trois-Rivières, Que., and Quebec City.

6 CFL Fantasy trades to upgrade your roster in Week 4

CFL.ca brings you four trades that will help you upgrade your roster on CFL Fantasy presented by theScore Bet ahead of Week 4.

Auto repair is one of the least digitised industries in America. AI is changing the economics of why.

North America has more than 280,000 independent auto repair shops. Most run on workflows a 1990s small business owner would recognise: phone-based scheduling, paper repair orders, manual parts ordering. The global auto repair software market is projected to grow from 3.4 billion in 2026 to 8.6 billion by 2033, a 14.2 CAGR, according to Persistence [] This story continues at The Next Web

Car Expenses for Canadian Business Owners: What You Can Deduct (2026 Guide)

Canadian business owners can deduct a wide range of car expenses — but the rules, limits, and CRA rates change every year. This 2026 guide covers everything you need to know: the current CCA ceiling (39,000), updated lease deduction limits (1,100/month), the latest per-km rates for incorporated businesses, HST claimable on your car purchase, and new rules for electric vehicles. Updated April 2026 with current CRA figures for both sole proprietors and corporations.

The Best Store-Bought Corn Tortillas (2026 Taste Test)

We tasted 11 nationally available brands; these are the three we’d bring home.

China imposes export ban on 10 U.S. companies

China's Ministry of Commerce has added 10 U.S. companies to its export control list, citing the need to safeguard national security and interests as well as fulfill international non-proliferation obligations.

Toyota’s San Antonio expansion expected to bring 2,000 jobs — but they come at a cost

Toyota Motor North America officials said Monday that the company is investing 3.6 billion to bring production of its midsize Tacoma pickup truck to San Antonio from Mexico — a shift that would create 2,000 new jobs at its existing plant on the South Side. That move comes at a cost, though. In exchange for adding a [] The post Toyota’s San Antonio expansion expected to bring 2,000 jobs — but they come at a cost appeared first on San Antonio Current.

Tesla’s New Model Y L Seats Six, But Canadians Will Have to Wait

Tesla has finally launched its Model Y Long Wheelbase, but for now it’s only available in the US and Puerto Rico. The good news for Canadians is that it should eventually make its way up here, so it’s worth keeping an eye on. This Model Y L was previously only available in Asia Pacific markets [] The post Tesla’s New Model Y L Seats Six, But Canadians Will Have to Wait first appeared on iPhone in Canada.

California Eco-Tyranny Destroyed By New EPA Rule

The Environmental Protection Agency recently announced that manufacturers could sell car parts that defy California's green regulations in the other 49 U.S. states.

Where things stand with Maple Leafs and a possible Morgan Rielly trade

Chayka: “At this juncture, Morgan is a big part of this.”

US decides against renewing USMCA, shifting to rolling talks

WASHINGTON — The United States won’t renew its trade deal with Canada and Mexico, choosing instead to conduct annual reviews of the pact in a decision that risks adding uncertainty for companies producing goods across North America. The U.S.-...

The missing half of Trump’s AI strategy

China in late June added 10 U.S. companies to its export control list and barred government procurement from nearly 50 American firms, its latest response in the growing technological rivalry between Washington and Beijing. The move came after the Pentagon blacklisted dozens of Chinese companies with alleged ties to China’s military. Neither side should be []

Why is the US ditching its trade agreement with Mexico and Canada?

The U.S. says it won't renew the trade deal with Mexico and Canada struck under the first Trump administration — although it's got ten years left to run. Elena Casas takes a look at what could be next for North America's $1.6 trillion of annual trade. #usa #trade #mexico #canada

Business : Mexico, U.S. Remain At Odds Over Trilateral Trade Agreement

Business : Mexico, U.S. Remain At Odds Over Trilateral Trade Agreement

China Restricts Exports to American Defense Firms as Retaliation Against US Sanctions

On June 22, Beijing imposed export restrictions on 10 U.S. companies linked to the American military, in what was seen as a retaliation for recent Washington sanctions. According to China’s Commerce Ministry, 10 companies will be denied exports of “dual-use” goods—items with both civilian and military applications—from Chinese firms. The Associated Press (AP) reported that []

Live updates: Trump honors Teddy Roosevelt in North Dakota; US will exit Canada-Mexico trade agreement

The United States will not renew the U.S.-Mexico-Canada trade deal brokered during the first Trump administration, U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer said Wednesday. He noted in a statement that it will remain in force pending resolution of these issues or until the Agreement’s termination. President Trump is visiting North Dakota on Wednesday for events marking...

I Got a First Look at Sony’s Cooling Neck Device, Just in Time for the Heat Wave

Sony's Japanese Reon Pocket Pro Plus is now shipping in the US. These are my thoughts after days of testing.

Duer’s Wear-Everywhere Pants Are on Sale This Weekend

It’s not often you can score discounts from the outdoor-coded Canadian company that makes understated and stylish performance clothing.

Twenty Fiat Topolino Electric Vehicles: The New Cars That Will Drive Through Vatican City

This is the first batch of 20 vehicles, to be followed by an additional shipment of 10 Fiat Topolinos, [“baby mice”] which the automaker will provide to the Governorate of Vatican City State, in order to reinforce a shared commitment to more sustainable and responsible mobility, through innovative, all-electric solutions. The post Twenty Fiat Topolino Electric Vehicles: The New Cars That Will Drive Through Vatican City appeared first on ZENIT - English.

China Uses Canada as a Launch Pad to the U.S. EV Auto Market

China views Canada as the perfect springboard for Chinese cars to enter the U.S. auto market, the world’s second largest after The post China Uses Canada as a Launch Pad to the U.S. EV Auto Market appeared first on IER.

Trump says Toyota move shows tariffs are working

President Donald Trump credited his tariffs with encouraging Toyota to move some manufacturing operations from Mexico to the United States. In a Truth Social post Tuesday while in Turkey, Trump hailed Toyota’s decision to expand production in Texas as another sign that his trade policies are driving jobs and investment back to the United States. []...Click to read more