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After a year of tariffs, automakers are still resistant to moving production to the US
By CNN Newsource at KVIA ABC-7
· July 12, 2026
· 4 min read
By Chris Isidore, CNN
(CNN) — Toyota announced last week it would do something other automakers have been reluctant to do – shift some production from Mexico to the United States.
The Japanese automaker will soon build half of its best-selling midsize Tacoma pickups at an expanded plant in Sa...
Key takeaway Moving production to US is difficult Few automakers have announced plans to move production to the United States.
Why this matters in The El Paso
The reluctance of automakers to move production to the US, despite tariffs, has significant implications for El Paso 's economy. As a major border city, El Paso's trade relationships with Mexico are crucial to its businesses and residents. The fact that Toyota will continue to build some of its Tacomas in Mexico, while expanding production in San Antonio, suggests that the city's manufacturing sector may not see a significant boost from the tariffs. Furthermore, the potential renegotiation of the US-Mexico-Canada Agreement poses a threat to the free flow of parts across borders, which could disrupt supply chains and impact local businesses that rely on trade with Mexico. El Paso's leaders should be watching these developments closely, as they could have a direct impact on the city's economic growth and job market. The city's manufacturing sector, in particular, may need to adapt to these changes to remain competitive.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 12, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? By Chris Isidore, CNN
(CNN) — Toyota announced last week it would do something other automakers have been reluctant to do – shift some production from Mexico to the United States.
The Japanese automaker will soon build half of its best-selling midsize Tacoma pickups at an expanded plant in Sa...
When was this published? This article was first published on July 12, 2026 by KVIA ABC-7 and curated for The El Paso readers.
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