The United States will impose a 25% tariff on imported medium- and heavy-duty trucks starting November 1, 2025, according to an announcement by former U.S. President Donald Trump via Truth Social. The move is expected to reshape global trade dynamics and impact Asian manufacturers.
"Beginning November 1st, 2025, all Medium and Heavy Duty Trucks coming into the United States from other Countries will be tariffed at the Rate of 25 percent," Trump stated. Analysts suggest the decision could disrupt supply chains for major exporters in Asia, including manufacturers in the Chinese mainland, Japan, and the Republic of Korea.
Business professionals are closely monitoring potential cost increases for logistics firms and automakers, while investors assess risks to trans-Pacific trade flows. The tariff comes amid ongoing debates about U.S. industrial policy and its ripple effects on Asian economies.
