🚛 Truck & Bus Tariffs Hit Nov. 1 — What Fleets Need to Know
Starting November 1, 2025, the U.S. government will apply a 25% tariff on imported medium- and heavy-duty trucks and their parts, and a 10% tariff on imported buses. This includes everything from large pickups to 18-wheelers, plus major components like engines, tires, and transmissions. For fleets, dealers, and operators — this means costs are going up fast.
🔧 What’s Included
- 25% tariff on imported Class 3–8 trucks
- 25% tariff on key parts: engines, chassis, transmissions, tires
- 10% tariff on imported buses
- Effective on goods imported on or after Nov. 1, 2025
- Applies to fully built vehicles and certain kits
These tariffs do not stack with existing 232 steel/aluminum duties, but all other taxes and trade fees still apply.
⚙️ What About USMCA?
If a truck is built with enough North American content, it qualifies for a reduced tariff. Only the foreign (non-U.S.) portion is taxed — not the full price. But importers must document U.S. content properly, or Customs will charge the full 25%.
For parts, the exemption isn’t active yet. Until the Commerce Department finalizes how to calculate U.S. content in truck parts, all parts are fully taxed at 25%.
💲What It Means for You
- New truck prices will rise — especially for non-U.S. models
- Parts and maintenance costs will jump, hitting fleets and repair budgets
- Operators and dealers should review sourcing and ask about USMCA compliance
- Order early if you’re planning to import
- Used truck prices may spike as demand shifts to domestic units
These changes are permanent until repealed — there’s no expiration set.
📄 Official Source
You can read the full proclamation in the Federal Register:
FederalRegister.gov
