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UPDATED Aug 24, 2026 at 9:00 PM ET
Aug 24, 2026 at 3:00 PM ET
Trump says Canadian auto tariffs will rise to 50% on January 1, 2027
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President Donald Trump said the U.S. will increase tariffs on cars, trucks, and auto parts imported from Canada to 50% starting Jan. 1, 2027. The announcement was presented as part of an escalating trade dispute.
WHO: President Donald Trump
WHAT: Said the U.S. will hike tariffs on Canadian cars, trucks, and auto parts to 50% effective Jan. 1, 2027
WHEN: Reported Aug 24, 2026 at 7:27 PM ET
WHERE: USA
WHY: Trump linked the tariff increase to an escalating trade war.
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