News Summary
Mazda Toyota Manufacturing in Huntsville, Alabama, will suspend CX-50 SUV production for Canada starting May 12, 2025. This decision arises from trade tariffs impacting the automotive industry. Despite the pause for Canada, production for U.S. markets will continue, and Mazda plans to ramp up output to meet demand. The CX-50 has seen robust sales in both regions, but Canadian dealerships face limited stock as they sell off remaining inventory. The ongoing tariff discussions will dictate the future of the CX-50’s availability in Canada.
Huntsville Faces Production Changes as Mazda Axes CX-50 for Canada
In a surprising twist for automotive fans and aspiring SUV owners in Canada, the Mazda Toyota Manufacturing (MTM) plant in Huntsville, Alabama, has announced that it will suspend production of the highly popular CX-50 SUV for the Canadian market. This change will take effect on May 12, 2025. But fear not, U.S. drivers! The production of the CX-50 for the United States will continue as usual.
What’s Behind the Decision?
You might be wondering why one of Mazda’s hottest selling SUVs is being sidelined for our northern neighbors. The primary reason is tied to trade issues stemming from a 25% tariff on imported automobiles and parts, which was enacted by the previous U.S. administration. This tariff, stemming from *Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act*, has caused a ripple effect, leading Canada to impose its own 25% tariff on specific U.S. goods, including steel, aluminum, and automotive imports.
How Will This Affect Productions?
Exciting Sales Numbers for Mazda
What’s Next for Canadian Mazda Fans?
The Huntsville Plant: A Key Player
Conclusion
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HERE Resources
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Additional Resources
- AL.com: Huntsville Auto Plant Pauses Production
- Wikipedia: Mazda
- WHNT: Huntsville’s Mazda-Toyota Plant Suspends Production
- Google Search: Mazda CX-50 tariffs
- Business Alabama: Mitsunobu Mukaida at Mazda-Toyota
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Automobile
- Carscoops: Mazda Freezes CX-50 Exports
- Google News: Huntsville Automotive News
- Alabama News Center: Toyota Alabama Builds 10 Millionth Engine
- Google Scholar: U.S. automotive tariffs
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