U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Wednesday, March 26, the imposition of a 25% tariff on car imports, a move the White House described as aimed at boosting domestic manufacturing.

Trump confirmed that these tariffs are a “permanent measure,” emphasizing his seriousness about implementing this policy. He clarified that the new taxes would be collected starting April 3.

This step comes amid warnings about its potential repercussions on the automotive industry in the United States, where many American companies rely on importing vehicle components from around the world, meaning they may face increased production costs and a decline in sales.