TYSONS, Va. (September 26, 2025)— Today, American Truck Dealers (ATD) President Jacqueline Gelb released the following statement after President Donald Trump announced the U.S. will impose 25% tariffs on imported heavy trucks:

“American truck dealers pride themselves on equipping their customers with the right truck configuration to ensure economic security in moving America’s supply chain. The truck industry is facing unusually high equipment costs and economic uncertainty. The tariffs announced Thursday could further strain the financial viability of our customers, manufacturers and truck dealers. Further, the government should reduce the financial burden by repealing the outdated Federal Excise Tax, which costs upwards of $25,000 for each new truck.”