US President Donald Trump’s tariffs threaten to batter Japan’s vital auto industry and derail the country’s long-standing efforts to engineer a sustainable economic recovery. With the 25% US tariff now in place on cars and auto parts,

President Trump's tariffs have pushed U.S. rates to a century-high, affecting international relations and global economic growth. These measures, including a 50% tariff on steel and aluminum, are not only altering trade dynamics but also impacting consumer costs and economic stability worldwide.