The United States and the United Kingdom have concluded a new trade deal. President Donald Trump and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer officially announced it.

According to the agreement, the first 100,000 British-made cars imported into the USA annually will be subject to a 10% tariff. After exceeding this limit, the rate will increase to 25%.

Although the total volume of exports from British automakers to the USA exceeds 100,000 units per year, it is worth considering that not all these cars are manufactured directly in the UK. According to 2024 data, the value of British cars exported to the USA amounted to about $12 billion.

In addition to the automotive industry, the deal provides for expanded access for American goods to the British market. This is expected to open up additional opportunities for the export of agricultural products from the USA worth about $5 billion.

The agreement also provides for the elimination of tariffs on the export of British steel and aluminum to the USA, which previously stood at 25%. The UK government called this deal “historic,” as it significantly reduces tariff barriers for British manufacturers.

Reaction of American Automakers

American auto giants – Ford, General Motors, and Stellantis – expressed dissatisfaction with the deal. They believe it favors British competitors at the expense of North American manufacturers.

Representatives of the US auto industry stated that the deal creates unequal conditions, making car imports from the UK more advantageous than from Canada or Mexico. They also expressed concern that this could set a precedent for future negotiations with other countries.

The United States and the United Kingdom have concluded a new trade deal. President Donald Trump and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer officially announced it.

According to the agreement, the first 100,000 British-made cars imported into the USA annually will be subject to a 10% tariff. After exceeding this limit, the rate will increase to 25%.

Although the total volume of exports from British automakers to the USA exceeds 100,000 units per year, it is worth considering that not all these cars are manufactured directly in the UK. According to 2024 data, the value of British cars exported to the USA was about $12 billion.

In addition to the automotive industry, the deal provides for expanded access for American goods to the British market. It is expected to open additional opportunities for the export of agricultural products from the USA worth about $5 billion.

The deal also provides for the elimination of tariffs on the export of British steel and aluminum to the USA, which previously stood at 25%. The UK government called this deal “historic,” as it significantly reduces tariff barriers for British manufacturers.

Reaction from American Automakers

American auto giants – Ford, General Motors, and Stellantis – expressed dissatisfaction with the deal. They believe it favors British competitors at the expense of North American manufacturers.

Representatives of the US auto industry stated that the deal creates unequal conditions, making importing cars from the UK more advantageous than from Canada or Mexico. They also expressed concern that this could set a precedent for future negotiations with other countries.