 Wednesday afternoon, the White House announced another one-month delay for tariffs on automotive-related trade between the U.S. and Canada and Mexico. |
MichAuto perspective: “While another postponement of the White House’s proposed tariffs on automotive-related trade between the U.S. and Canada and Mexico is somewhat of a reprieve for the industry, damage has already been done,” says MichAuto Executive Director Glenn Stevens Jr.
Read the latest statement from MichAuto on what this means for the state’s signature industry and economy overall.
The MichAuto Perspective
“While another postponement of the White House’s proposed tariffs on automotive-related trade between the U.S. and Canada and Mexico is somewhat of a reprieve for the industry, damage has already been done. For an industry that operates in three-to-five-year product cycles, this level of day-to-day uncertainty is debilitating.
MichAuto will advocate for all of the proposed tariffs, across industries, to be rolled back in the interest of the state and nation’s economic prosperity. With Michigan’s global automotive and economic competitiveness on the line, lifting these tariffs is the necessary path forward.”
Glenn Stevens Jr., Executive Director, MichAuto; Vice President, Automotive and Mobility Initiatives, Detroit Regional Chamber
 On March 3, Chamber members received an update on Michigan’s Earned Sick Time Act amendments from the Chamber’s Vice President of Political Affairs, Brad Williams, and Sean Egan, the Deputy Director of Labor for the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity. Read and watch a recap of the event to discover what your business needs to know about earned sick time and minimum wage.
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Celebrating Personal and Professional Wellness at the 2025 International Women’s Day Luncheon The Chamber hosted its annual International Women’s Day celebration on March 4 to encourage conversations and meaningful action toward gender equality. Event attendees listened to four inspiring keynotes, gained impactful insight during a moderated panel, and explored well-being in unique, engaging ways, including a meditation session.
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Chamber Perspective on the 2025 State of the State Address Gov. Gretchen Whitmer delivered her seventh State of the State address on Feb. 26, where she introduced proposals to “lower costs, create jobs, and deliver results.” The Chamber compiled the most relevant proposals and takeaways for the business community, including earned income tax credit expansion, road funding, and Michigan’s permitting and licensing processes.
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Recap: Glenn Stevens Jr., Terry Rhadigan Guest Host ‘Focus With Paul W. Smith’ on WJR 760 AM On Feb. 26, MichAuto Executive Director Glenn Stevens Jr. and Chamber Strategic Advisor Terry Rhadigan spoke with top leaders, including State Budget Director Jen Flood, Senate Minority Leader Aric Nesbitt, and Michigan Chamber’s Jim Holcomb, live from Lansing ahead of Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s State of the State address.
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Applications Now Open for Leadership Detroit Class 46 Challenge yourself to grow as a leader and contribute to the Detroit Region’s prosperity by applying to Leadership Detroit’s next cohort. What you’ll gain: This nine-month program immerses emerging and existing leaders from across the Region in key issues, cultures, and social dynamics to bring about positive change in the community. The deadline to apply is Friday, June 6.
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