Mexico is the first country to ratify the new free trade agreement for North America. Vehicles manufacturers and OEM and aftermarket parts suppliers are applauding the ratification yesterday by Mexico of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) that was negotiated last year to replace the existing North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA). The agreement includes updated rules […]
Automotive OEM and Aftermarket Associations Relieved Over Suspension of Mexico Tariff Threat
Auto industry and insurers already concerned about impact of tariffs on parts prices were concerned Mexico tariffs would have had enormous impact on costs and ultimately premiums. Several automotive industry association expressed relief that the U.S. and Mexico reached an agreement last week to remove the threat of U.S. tariffs on products from Mexico. The […]
Axalta Presents 4th Annual Mobile Refinish Training Program in Mexico
For the fourth consecutive year, Axalta (NYSE:AXTA) presented its Axalta on Tour training program in Mexico. The program brings theoretical and hands-on training directly to automotive refinish painters at their auto body shops. Axalta on Tour was launched in 2015 to offer specialized, free training to help refinish professionals stay up-to-date with industry trends and […]