Tariffs could wallop Canadian new-vehicle sales by 25% in 2025

Rams on Lot — CADA has joined the chorus of industry analysts warning that the tariffs will raise vehicle prices and shut down the continental auto industry, triggering production cuts layoffs and raising the risk of a recession. (GREG LAYSON)

April 07, 2025 05:46 PM

The Canadian Automobile Dealers Association (CADA) warns that the U.S. trade war could slash new-vehicle sales by about 25 per cent this year.

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