(NewsNation) — American truckers have been struggling for years, and now, new tariffs could put the industry in an even bigger bind.

President Donald Trump has announced a new 25% tariff on heavy-duty trucks made overseas. It covers most medium and heavy-duty trucks and key parts like engines and transmissions. It will take effect on Nov. 1, 2025.

Trump outlined the tariff on social media, saying the tariff is meant to protect the American trucking industry from what he called unfair outside competition.

But truckers say what they need right now is stability, not more uncertainty for an industry trying to stay afloat.

The trucking industry had been on shaky ground before this, with rates slowing since 2022, companies folding and costs climbing.

S&P Global reports that approximately 40

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