The article discusses the implications of US tariffs on UK-made cars, specifically focusing on the Jaguar Land Rover plant in Solihull. With more than 9,000 employees, the plant faces potential job losses due to a 25% tariff on car exports imposed by President Trump. Industry experts, like former automotive consultant Robert Mills, worry that this could lead to a second wave of industrial decline in the West Midlands, a region historically known for its automotive manufacturing prowess. The overall sentiment is one of apprehension regarding the impact on both local jobs and the UK automotive sector.
The announcement made by President Trump forms part of a sweeping round of tariffs hitting 60 countries, with far-reaching consequences for the Solihull plant.
Robert Mills expressed concern that the tariffs could devastate Jaguar Land Rover in Solihull, with potential job losses due to heavy export reliance.
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