US President Donald Trump has announced a 25% tariff on imports of medium and heavy-duty trucks, effective November 1, 2025. The move is part of Trump’s “America First” policy to protect American manufacturers from foreign competition and boost domestic industry. Details Trump initially announced the tariffs in September 2025, which were set to take effect on October 1, but were delayed by a month due to industry complaints. Now, the tariffs will apply to all countries, protecting the US truck industry. “These tariffs will protect American workers and companies from cheap foreign imports,” Trump said. Experts say the tariffs will affect exports from countries like India, China, and Mexico, where truck production is cheap. Trump’s policy imposed tariffs of 10-50% on more than 150 countries in 2025, including 50% as a penalty on India for buying oil from Russia. These tariffs are driving up inflation, but Trump calls it an ‘economic win.’ The impact will be severe pressure on Indian truck exporters, where the US market depends on 20% of exports. Trump has also targeted European countries Pressure has been mounting on India to impose sanctions, which are linked to the Russia-Ukraine conflict. “These tariffs will strengthen the American economy, and give new life to our industries.” — Donald Trump India Today, The Hindu Business Line, Times of India, Business Standard, Express,