A Changing Trade Landscape for Automakers The global auto industry is shaped as much by politics as by performance. With the U.S. negotiating a new trade deal with Japan, automakers across both countries are watching closely. Any alterations in tariffs or import duties could reshape the dynamics of competition, especially in the American market where Japanese manufacturers already hold a strong position. This deal, still under discussion, aims to lower trade barriers across multiple sectors, but analysts expect it to significantly affect the automobile industry. Japanese car brands such as Toyota, Honda, Nissan, and Subaru could increase their profit margins…