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Conservatives Propose GST Removal on Canadian Cars to Counteract U.S. Tariffs

  • Trump imposed a 25 percent tariff on Canadian-made vehicles
  • This action threatens Canadian workers and the automotive industry
  • Conservatives plan to temporarily remove GST on new Canadian-made vehicles
  • GST removal will last as long as Trump’s tariffs are in place
  • Consumers save $2,500 on a $50,000 Canadian-made vehicle without GST
  • This measure aims to ease financial strain and support Canadian auto workers
  • Conservatives urge Premiers to remove provincial sales taxes on these vehicles
  • Potential savings for consumers could be between $6,000 and $7,500 on a $50,000 car

Source: conservative.ca

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