President Donald Trump says the United States will raise tariffs on imports of Canadian cars, trucks and automotive parts to 50%, with the new rates set to start January 1, 2027. Multiple outlets also report he includes steel in the same tariff increase, as the U.S.-Canada trade conflict escalates.

Coverage emphasizes that the announcement marks another step in an ongoing trade dispute between Washington and Ottawa. Several outlets describe the move as part of a tit-for-tat escalation, noting that talks between the countries broke down before the announcement. Some reports focus on the breadth of the tariff plan across vehicle categories and parts, while others highlight the addition of steel as a separate affected industry.

Outlets attribute the details to Trump’s statements, including posts on Truth Social. While the core elements are consistent across sources—50% rates and a Jan. 1, 2027 start date—reporting varies in emphasis, with some stories pairing the auto tariffs with steel and others discussing the wider political context of a “full-blown” trade war.