Currently on the table is a purposed agreement between the U.S. and Canadian governments that would have a big impact on the automotive industry. Chrysler LLC who holds major plants on both grounds recently issued a statement announcing their favor towards the New International Trade Crossing. If secured, the proposal will allow the automaker to strengthen its connection between its Detroit home and its Windsor, Canada outpost.
“A new crossing represents a tremendous opportunity to further strengthen the economies of the U.S. and Canada, the future of our company and many other businesses,” said Sergio Marchionne, Chairman and CEO of Chrysler LLC. The proposal will simply ease the border crossing between the U.S. and Canada which would allow for a more efficient build process. Each day, Chrysler moves more than 1,300 component shipments and 1,600 customs entries. Many of its employees find work between the two countries and engines manufactured in Trenton must find their way under the hood of a Canada built Grand Caravan. “Delays at the border add cost to each of our vehicles,” said Chrysler.
Source: Chrysler
