Trade turmoil with Canada and new consumer sentiment data are pulling the industry in two directions. On today’s edition of CBT Live, Ed Garsten, Senior Contributor at Forbes.com, broke down what each one means for automakers and dealers. While two conflicts unfold north of the border, the U.S., Canada, and Mexico are working to finalize a new trade agreement, all while a dollar-for-dollar trade war persists. This deadlock has halted investments, with automakers and suppliers delaying new factories until clarity emerges. According to Garsten, labor negotiations are intensifying the pressure, and as a result, consumers might ultimately face higher prices. Sign up for CBT News’ daily newsletter and get the…
