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Ford CEO Jim Farley Calls for Stricter USMCA to Favor Domestic EV Production

Ford CEO Jim Farley is advocating for a revised USMCA trade agreement that would penalize automakers heavily reliant on vehicle imports, particularly from China, while rewarding manufacturers with significant U.S. production. This move aims to bolster American automotive jobs and supply chains, aligning with the Biden administration's broader push for domestic manufacturing in the EV sector. Farley highlights that Ford produces more cars in the U.S. than any other automaker.

July 3, 2026Road & TrackFord
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USMCA Trade Agreement Shifts to Annual Reviews Amid EV Supply Chain Scrutiny

The United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), a critical trade pact for North America, is now transitioning to automatic annual renewals. This shift comes as all three nations continue to grapple with the complexities of regional supply chains, particularly those impacting the burgeoning electric vehicle industry. The agreement's framework will undergo yearly evaluations, influencing EV manufacturing and battery component sourcing across the continent.

July 2, 2026CleanTechnicaUSMCA
Regulation

New USMCA Talks Could Bring Stricter Auto Content Rules to North America

The United States, Mexico, and Canada are set to begin formal negotiations on July 1 to update the USMCA trade agreement. A key focus of these discussions will be increasing the required North American content for vehicles, a move that could significantly impact EV manufacturing and supply chains across the continent. These stricter rules aim to boost regional production and potentially reshape where automakers source components for electrified vehicles.

June 30, 2026Automotive News (Google News)USMCA