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Headline: UNCAPTIONED: Tariff Threat Looms: Americans Could See Price Hikes on Cars, Food, and Fuel
Caption: Tariff Threat Looms: Americans Could See Price Hikes on Cars, Food, and Fuel. President Donald Trump has temporarily paused tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico following last-minute agreements with their leaders, BBC News reports. The three countries have highly integrated economies, with $2 billion worth of goods crossing their borders daily. Cars Could Get More Expensive If tariffs go ahead, car prices could increase by around $3,000 due to higher costs for imported auto parts. Many car components cross North American borders multiple times before assembly, meaning tariffs would directly impact vehicle production costs. Beer, Whiskey, and Tequila in the Crosshairs Popular beers like Modelo and Corona, imported from Mexico, may become more expensive if companies pass tariff costs onto consumers. Spirits such as Tennessee whiskey, bourbon, and tequila—unique to their respective countries—could also see price hikes. Housing Costs Could Rise Tariffs on Canadian lumber could drive up the cost of homebuilding. The National Association of Home Builders has warned that this would increase home prices and discourage new construction, worsening housing affordability. Maple Syrup Prices Likely to Soar Canada produces 75% of the world’s maple syrup, with most coming from Quebec. Tariffs on this billion-dollar industry would mean higher prices for American consumers who rely on imported syrup. Fuel Prices Could Climb Canada supplies 61% of America’s crude oil imports. While energy imports face a lower 10% tariff, retaliatory measures from Canada could reduce crude oil exports, leading to higher prices at the pump for gasoline, diesel, and jet fuel. Avocados and Guacamole May Cost More Mexico provides nearly 90% of avocados sold in the US. If tariffs take effect, the Agriculture Department warns that avocado prices could surge, especially before events like Super Bowl Sunday, when demand peaks. Canada’s Retaliation Could Drive Up Prices for Americans Before the tariff pause, Canada had threatened to impose 25% tariffs on US goods, including grocery staples like oranges. Alcohol from the US, including beer and wine, would have also been pulled from shelves in several Canadian provinces. Online Shopping from the US May Become Costlier for Canadians If tariffs escalate, a weaker Canadian dollar could make shopping from US retailers more expensive for Canadian consumers, reducing cross-border purchases. Uncertain Future for Trade Prices While tariffs are on hold, economic experts warn that a full-scale trade war could raise costs for consumers in both the US and Canada. Industries that rely on North American supply chains remain on edge, awaiting further negotiations. Instructions: THIS VIDEO MUST NOT BE EDITED FOR LENGTH TO COMBINE WITH OTHER CONTENT
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