As enforcement intensifies and the 2026 USMCA review approaches, automotive manufacturers and suppliers are navigating an unprecedented compliance environment. This program aims to move beyond the technical rules discussion to examine the broader strategic landscape impacting automotive imports including evolving Rules of Origin interpretations, Section 232 tariff exposure, supplier certification risk, and audit preparedness across multi-tier supply chains. Featuring insights from policy experts and industry leaders, this discussion will provide a forward-looking view of where regulators are focused, how companies should respond, and what import programs must do now to mitigate further risk. Attendees will gain insight on how to align classification, origin management, supplier documentation, and data governance in an increasingly enforcement-driven environment.
This session will cover:
- The evolving USMCA automotive Rules of Origin framework and enforcement signals
- Section 232 implications and tariff mitigation considerations
- Classification risk across parts vs. finished vehicles
- Leveraging supply chain mapping and technology to enhance visibility and defensibility
- Preparing for policy shifts tied to the 2026 USMCA joint review
Participants will walk away with:
- A better understanding of how regulators are approaching automotive origin compliance
- Practical strategies for managing supplier certifications across Tier 1–3 networks
- Insight into how companies are structuring defensible import programs
- Awareness of enforcement trends tied to origin verification and tariff exposure
Join this timely discussion and walk away with clearer insight into what the 2026 USMCA review could mean for your organization.