Ford’s tariff dilemma: A case study in global trade impact
In 2025, Ford Motor Company embodies the complexities faced by multinational manufacturers in an era of shifting global trade policy. Once a poster child for the integrated global supply chain, Ford now finds itself ensnared in the crossfire of escalating tariffs, shifting alliances, and regulatory uncertainty. Global trade tensions, particularly between the United States and China, as well as the growing prevalence of regional protectionism, have forced Ford—and the wider auto industry—to rethink strategies that were once taken for granted. This article explores Ford’s tariff challenges, the ripple effects across its value chain, and the lessons the company’s journey offers for the future of international business.
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