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How to Handle Tariffs in the Automotive Industry?

By David Pate

Listen to David Kiley Senior Editor, WardsAuto and David Pate, Vice President at TBM Consulting Group, discuss the new realities facing the auto industry, and President Trump’s attempts to reshape it.

The automotive industry is facing uncertainty as tariffs on Mexico and Canada continue to impact manufacturers and suppliers. In this episode, they break down the challenges companies are experiencing and provides expert insights on how to navigate shifting trade policies.

They explore key strategies such as reshoring and nearshoring, optimizing supply chains, and calculating the true cost of production through total cost of ownership (TCO). Additionally, we discuss solutions to the growing labor shortage, the importance of workforce retention, and how AI and automation are shaping the future of manufacturing.

If you’re in the automotive industry or dealing with global trade complexities, this episode is packed with valuable takeaways to help your business stay competitive in an evolving market. Tune in now!

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David Pate

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Dave Pate is an experienced business leader with previous roles in plant management, planning and lean operations. He currently serves as Vice President, introducing new clients to TBM, cultivating long-term growth with current clients and on-boarding new clients.

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